Javier Calleja

Javier Calleja was born in 1971 in Málaga, Spain. He is known for his figurative works featuring wide-eyed characters and whimsical imagery, creating a unique blend of innocence and introspection that resonates with a wide audience.

Calleja’s artistic journey began in the realm of design, where he initially trained and worked before fully committing to his passion for fine arts. This background in design is evident in his meticulous approach to composition and his keen sense of visual balance.

The Spanish artist’s practice spans painting, sculpture and works on paper, as well as editioned work and merchandise. Javier Calleja collaborated with BE@RBRICK, highly collectable figures produced by Japanese company MediCom Toy Incorporated, blending contemporary art with popular culture. His works often play with text and imagery to create a dialogue between the artwork and the viewer.

Exhibited in galleries in Madrid, Barcelona, New York, Paris, Hong Kong and other major cities, Calleja’s auction record broke US$1 million for the first time in March 2021. In 2023 Christie’s Hong Kong sold his painting, I DON’T CARE (2020), for HK$10,055,000.

Javier Calleja continues to live and work in Málaga, Spain. His ability to combine playful visuals with deeper emotional themes ensures that his work resonates with audiences worldwide.


JAVIER CALLEJA (B. 1971)

Such a Perfect Day

JAVIER CALLEJA (B. 1971)

Nuclear Broccoli; Few #22; Be Mine #15; I’m Yours; Taunt #50; AC/DC #43; Becomes #27 & Nice Hat #46 (8 Works)

JAVIER CALLEJA (B. 1971)

Two Faces (#51); It Wasn’t Me (#40); Bound (#33); Untitled; Who Would I Be, If I Could Be; & It Can Only Be Me (6 Works)

JAVIER CALLEJA (B. 1971)

THE F KING BEAR

JAVIER CALLEJA (B. 1971)

I’d go hopping

JAVIER CALLEJA (B. 1971)

No More Stories

JAVIER CALLEJA (B. 1971)

Nothing is the Same

哈维尔·卡勒加 (1971年生)

I Can Not Promise You

哈维尔.卡勒加(1971年生)

You Know Very Well You're Not Real

Javier Calleja (né en 1971)

Second Chance Always

Javier Calleja (né en 1971)

Third Time Lucky

哈维尔.卡勒加 (1971年生)

头;及 这里没有艺术

哈维尔·卡勒加(1971年生)

头;及这里没有艺术

哈維爾·卡勒加 (1971年生)

Pot-Pop-Top 花瓶(绿眼睛) Pot-Pop-Top 花盆(蓝眼睛)

JAVIER CALLEJA (B.1971)

Do Not Touch (Grey)

JAVIER CALLEJA (B. 1971)

Missing The Blue Sky

哈維爾·卡勒加 (1971 年生)

頭;及 這裏沒有藝術

哈维尔.卡勒加 (1971年生)

Pot-Pop-Top 花瓶(绿眼睛) Pot-Pop-Top 花盆(蓝眼睛)

JAVIER CALLEJA (B. 1971)

Once in my Life (diptych)

JAVIER CALLEJA x BE@ARBRICK

F*ck You 100% & 400%