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This playful artwork "DERO: East" by Jermaine Rogers brings back one of the artist's most beloved recurring characters in a fresh new setting. The piece features two panda-like Dero bears with their signature glowing red eyes and mischievous grins, set against a backdrop of autumn maple leaves and bamboo stalks. The color palette mixes earthy greens with warm orange and red tones, creating a distinctly Asian-inspired atmosphere.
As Rogers explains, this 7-color screenprint represents “the return of the Dero”—his iconic bear-like character that has appeared throughout his body of work. According to the artist’s playful mythology, these aren't just pandas but Dero operatives, working covertly “within the hidden places of the Orient.” Disguised as giant pandas, these operatives carry out secret missions in plain sight, adding a layer of subversive humor and intrigue to what might otherwise seem like a whimsical nature scene.
A subtle but thought-provoking detail is the inclusion of four Chinese characters—怒 (anger), 協 (cooperation), 平 (peace), 權 (power)—which appear along the side of the image. This quartet of concepts reflects the tension and balance within the Dero's world: a place where contrasting forces coexist. These words may hint at the Dero's dual nature—both playful and sinister, peaceful yet powerful—adding philosophical undertones to the scene.
The detailed screenprint showcases Rogers' technical precision while maintaining the slightly menacing charm that makes the Dero so unforgettable. The juxtaposition of innocent panda imagery with unsettling red eyes and symbolic text creates a rich visual tension that exemplifies Rogers' signature style—simultaneously fun, mysterious, and layered with meaning.
Edition Details
- Class: Art Poster
- Release Date: 05/22/2025
- Print Type: Limited Edition (LE)
- Variant: Mini/Sparkle Foil Edition
- Designer: Jermaine Rogers
- Technique: Screen Print
- Size: 9" x 12" (22.86 x 30.48 cm)
- Original Price: $30.00
- Paper: Sparkle Foil Paper
- Markings: Artist Signed, Numbered
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| 08/16/2021 | $350.00 | Private Sale |
| 08/16/2021 | $800.00 | Private Sale |
| 07/29/2021 | $75.00 | Private Sale |
| 07/27/2021 | $50.00 | Private Sale |
| 07/06/2021 | $70.00 | Private Sale |
| 08/16/2021 | $350.00 | Private Sale |
| 08/16/2021 | $800.00 | Private Sale |
| 07/29/2021 | $75.00 | Private Sale |
| 07/27/2021 | $50.00 | Private Sale |
| 07/06/2021 | $70.00 | Private Sale |
| 08/16/2021 | $350.00 | Private Sale |
| 08/16/2021 | $800.00 | Private Sale |
| 07/29/2021 | $75.00 | Private Sale |
| 07/27/2021 | $50.00 | Private Sale |
| 07/06/2021 | $70.00 | Private Sale |
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