Sean Chao

Sean Chao is an artist who lives in Los Angeles. Chao sculpts complex dioramas often depicting his cat, monkey, or pill shaped characters.

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8 x 8 - Sean Chao - "Conversation"
8 x 8 - Sean Chao - "Conversation"
$ 550.00
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Bird Show - Sean Chao - "Sparrows"
Bird Show - Sean Chao - "Sparrows"
$ 150.00
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Diorama style mixed media sculpture in a long rectangular glass box of a forest floor scene, with 2 frogs dueling in the center. All around them are various cut paper leaves and plants.
Encore: Work from GR Biennale 5 - #22 - Sean Chao - "Practice"
$ 1,000.00
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Mixed media diorama scene of a small green frog slaying a large monstrous fish with a knife, splaying the fish's guts over the scene.
Encore: Work from GR Biennale 5 - #23 - Sean Chao - "兵之勝，避實而擊虛 (Avoid what is strong and strike at what is weak)"
$ 800.00
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Very intricate sculpture of a robot made out of small wooden parts, resembling a cat or a dog. It is being piloted by small characters with smaller animals all over the robot.
Encore: Work from GR Biennale 5 - #24 - Sean Chao - "In the Sky"
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Mixed media diorama of an underwater scene, with a large scary looking fish swimming over a mound of land. Burrowed into the side of the mound is a small frog, hiding from the fish.
Encore: Work from GR Biennale 5 - #25 - Sean Chao - "Sanctuary"
$ 1,700.00
Quick view
Mixed media sculpture diorama in a glass cloche. 2 orange and brown spotted angel fish swim atop of a flat brown halibut, resting on a brown mound at the bottom of the scene.
Encore: Work from GR Biennale 5 - #26 - Sean Chao - "Angels and Baby Halibut"
$ 450.00
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Mixed media sculpture of 2 bright blue fish, made out of clay and one brown fish, swimming around paper cut leaves. Scene is encased in a glass cloche.
Encore: Work from GR Biennale 5 - #27 - Sean Chao - "Neon Gobbies"
$ 400.00
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Diorama style sculpture of a monkey standing on the branch of a persimmon tree. It sits above water, where 2 fish swim among paper plants.
Five by Seven - #26 - Sean Chao - "Ripe Persimmon"
$ 500.00
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Neko Show 3 (Year of the Tiger) - Sean Chao - "Lotus Tiger"
Neko Show 3 (Year of the Tiger) - Sean Chao - "Lotus Tiger"
$ 225.00
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Post-it Show 2020 - Sean Chao - "Radiating"
Post-it Show 2020 - Sean Chao - "Radiating"
$ 350.00
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Post-it Show 2021 - Sean Chao - "Tranquil Swimmers"
Post-it Show 2021 - Sean Chao - "Tranquil Swimmers"
$ 1,350.00
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Post-it Show 2021 - Sean Chao - Post-it #01
Post-it Show 2021 - Sean Chao - Post-it #01
$ 125.00
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Rakugaki 2 - Sean Chao - #329
Rakugaki 2 - Sean Chao - #329
$ 50.00
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Rakugaki 3 - Sean Chao - #181
Rakugaki 3 - Sean Chao - #181
$ 100.00
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Rakugaki 3 - Sean Chao - #182
Rakugaki 3 - Sean Chao - #182
$ 100.00
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Rakugaki 3 - Sean Chao - #183
Rakugaki 3 - Sean Chao - #183
$ 100.00
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Rakugaki 3 - Sean Chao - #184
Rakugaki 3 - Sean Chao - #184
$ 100.00
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Rakugaki 4 - Sean Chao - "Water Scenery No. 1"
Rakugaki 4 - Sean Chao - "Water Scenery No. 1"
$ 80.00
Diorama style mixed media sculpture in a long rectangular glass box of a forest floor scene, with 2 frogs dueling in the center. All around them are various cut paper leaves and plants.
Close up of diorama sculptural work, with 2 small frogs fighting one another, both with staffs. One jumps in the air and the other remains on the ground.
Close up detail shot of diorama style sculptural work, showing cut paper plants and leaves.
Diorama style mixed media sculpture in a long rectangular glass box of a forest floor scene, with 2 frogs dueling in the center. All around them are various cut paper leaves and plants.
Diorama style mixed media sculpture in a long rectangular glass box of a forest floor scene, with 2 frogs dueling in the center. All around them are various cut paper leaves and plants.
Close up of diorama sculptural work, with 2 small frogs fighting one another, both with staffs. One jumps in the air and the other remains on the ground.
Close up detail shot of diorama style sculptural work, showing cut paper plants and leaves.
Diorama style mixed media sculpture in a long rectangular glass box of a forest floor scene, with 2 frogs dueling in the center. All around them are various cut paper leaves and plants.

Encore: Work from GR Biennale 5 - #22 - Sean Chao - "Practice"

$ 1,000.00

Mixed media sculpture, polymer clay and paper.

Artwork measures 13.25 x 5.5 x 3 inches.

This piece is on view as part of Encore: Work from GR Biennale 5 at GR2 Gallery running from January 11th, 2025 to January 23rd, 2025. 

  • There is a No Returns Policy from the moment artwork is purchased.
  • Artwork remains on the wall for the duration of the show. Usually, art is sent out a few weeks after the show comes down.
  • Because these are unique art pieces, it is possible that the piece you want has sold before we've had a chance to update the site. If this happens, you will contacted about a refund or exchange.
  • Art once purchased is not open for trade
  • Pick-up orders: Please wait for email confirmation before coming to pick up
    • Pick up orders may be subject to storage fees if not picked up within 3 months after your pick up notice. You will be contacted again before fees begin.
Mixed media diorama scene of a small green frog slaying a large monstrous fish with a knife, splaying the fish's guts over the scene.
Mixed media diorama scene of a small green frog slaying a large monstrous fish with a knife, splaying the fish's guts over the scene.
Mixed media diorama scene of a small green frog slaying a large monstrous fish with a knife, splaying the fish's guts over the scene.
Mixed media diorama scene of a small green frog slaying a large monstrous fish with a knife, splaying the fish's guts over the scene.
Mixed media diorama scene of a small green frog slaying a large monstrous fish with a knife, splaying the fish's guts over the scene.
Mixed media diorama scene of a small green frog slaying a large monstrous fish with a knife, splaying the fish's guts over the scene.

Encore: Work from GR Biennale 5 - #23 - Sean Chao - "兵之勝，避實而擊虛 (Avoid what is strong and strike at what is weak)"

$ 800.00

Mixed media sculpture, polymer clay and paper.

Artwork measures 7 5/8 x 5.5 x 4 inches.

This piece is on view as part of Encore: Work from GR Biennale 5 at GR2 Gallery running from January 11th, 2025 to January 23rd, 2025. 

  • There is a No Returns Policy from the moment artwork is purchased.
  • Artwork remains on the wall for the duration of the show. Usually, art is sent out a few weeks after the show comes down.
  • Because these are unique art pieces, it is possible that the piece you want has sold before we've had a chance to update the site. If this happens, you will contacted about a refund or exchange.
  • Art once purchased is not open for trade
  • Pick-up orders: Please wait for email confirmation before coming to pick up
    • Pick up orders may be subject to storage fees if not picked up within 3 months after your pick up notice. You will be contacted again before fees begin.
Very intricate sculpture of a robot made out of small wooden parts, resembling a cat or a dog. It is being piloted by small characters with smaller animals all over the robot.
Very intricate sculpture of a robot made out of small wooden parts, resembling a cat or a dog. It is being piloted by small characters with smaller animals all over the robot.
Very intricate sculpture of a robot made out of small wooden parts, resembling a cat or a dog. It is being piloted by small characters with smaller animals all over the robot.
Very intricate sculpture of a robot made out of small wooden parts, resembling a cat or a dog. It is being piloted by small characters with smaller animals all over the robot.
Very intricate sculpture of a robot made out of small wooden parts, resembling a cat or a dog. It is being piloted by small characters with smaller animals all over the robot.
Very intricate sculpture of a robot made out of small wooden parts, resembling a cat or a dog. It is being piloted by small characters with smaller animals all over the robot.
Very intricate sculpture of a robot made out of small wooden parts, resembling a cat or a dog. It is being piloted by small characters with smaller animals all over the robot.
Very intricate sculpture of a robot made out of small wooden parts, resembling a cat or a dog. It is being piloted by small characters with smaller animals all over the robot.
Very intricate sculpture of a robot made out of small wooden parts, resembling a cat or a dog. It is being piloted by small characters with smaller animals all over the robot.]
Very intricate sculpture of a robot made out of small wooden parts, resembling a cat or a dog. It is being piloted by small characters with smaller animals all over the robot.
Very intricate sculpture of a robot made out of small wooden parts, resembling a cat or a dog. It is being piloted by small characters with smaller animals all over the robot.
Very intricate sculpture of a robot made out of small wooden parts, resembling a cat or a dog. It is being piloted by small characters with smaller animals all over the robot.
Very intricate sculpture of a robot made out of small wooden parts, resembling a cat or a dog. It is being piloted by small characters with smaller animals all over the robot.
Very intricate sculpture of a robot made out of small wooden parts, resembling a cat or a dog. It is being piloted by small characters with smaller animals all over the robot.
Very intricate sculpture of a robot made out of small wooden parts, resembling a cat or a dog. It is being piloted by small characters with smaller animals all over the robot.
Very intricate sculpture of a robot made out of small wooden parts, resembling a cat or a dog. It is being piloted by small characters with smaller animals all over the robot.
Very intricate sculpture of a robot made out of small wooden parts, resembling a cat or a dog. It is being piloted by small characters with smaller animals all over the robot.
Very intricate sculpture of a robot made out of small wooden parts, resembling a cat or a dog. It is being piloted by small characters with smaller animals all over the robot.
Very intricate sculpture of a robot made out of small wooden parts, resembling a cat or a dog. It is being piloted by small characters with smaller animals all over the robot.
Very intricate sculpture of a robot made out of small wooden parts, resembling a cat or a dog. It is being piloted by small characters with smaller animals all over the robot.
Very intricate sculpture of a robot made out of small wooden parts, resembling a cat or a dog. It is being piloted by small characters with smaller animals all over the robot.
Very intricate sculpture of a robot made out of small wooden parts, resembling a cat or a dog. It is being piloted by small characters with smaller animals all over the robot.
Very intricate sculpture of a robot made out of small wooden parts, resembling a cat or a dog. It is being piloted by small characters with smaller animals all over the robot.
Very intricate sculpture of a robot made out of small wooden parts, resembling a cat or a dog. It is being piloted by small characters with smaller animals all over the robot.
Very intricate sculpture of a robot made out of small wooden parts, resembling a cat or a dog. It is being piloted by small characters with smaller animals all over the robot.
Very intricate sculpture of a robot made out of small wooden parts, resembling a cat or a dog. It is being piloted by small characters with smaller animals all over the robot.]
Very intricate sculpture of a robot made out of small wooden parts, resembling a cat or a dog. It is being piloted by small characters with smaller animals all over the robot.
Very intricate sculpture of a robot made out of small wooden parts, resembling a cat or a dog. It is being piloted by small characters with smaller animals all over the robot.
Very intricate sculpture of a robot made out of small wooden parts, resembling a cat or a dog. It is being piloted by small characters with smaller animals all over the robot.
Very intricate sculpture of a robot made out of small wooden parts, resembling a cat or a dog. It is being piloted by small characters with smaller animals all over the robot.
Very intricate sculpture of a robot made out of small wooden parts, resembling a cat or a dog. It is being piloted by small characters with smaller animals all over the robot.
Very intricate sculpture of a robot made out of small wooden parts, resembling a cat or a dog. It is being piloted by small characters with smaller animals all over the robot.
Very intricate sculpture of a robot made out of small wooden parts, resembling a cat or a dog. It is being piloted by small characters with smaller animals all over the robot.
Very intricate sculpture of a robot made out of small wooden parts, resembling a cat or a dog. It is being piloted by small characters with smaller animals all over the robot.

Encore: Work from GR Biennale 5 - #24 - Sean Chao - "In the Sky"

Mix media with Walnut, Oak, Basswood, polymer clay, acrylic, paper, and paper clay.

Artwork measures 25 7/8 inches wide x 35 7/8 inches tall x 8 1/4 inches deep.

Due to the large size of the piece, it is available for pick up only. If shipment is absolutely needed, the customer is responsible for arranging a service with a fine art freight company for delivery. Feel free to email info@giantrobot.com with any inquiries.

This piece is on view as part of Encore: Work from GR Biennale 5 at GR2 Gallery running from January 11th, 2025 to January 23rd, 2025. 

  • There is a No Returns Policy from the moment artwork is purchased.
  • Artwork remains on the wall for the duration of the show. Usually, art is sent out a few weeks after the show comes down.
  • Because these are unique art pieces, it is possible that the piece you want has sold before we've had a chance to update the site. If this happens, you will contacted about a refund or exchange.
  • Art once purchased is not open for trade
  • Pick-up orders: Please wait for email confirmation before coming to pick up
    • Pick up orders may be subject to storage fees if not picked up within 3 months after your pick up notice. You will be contacted again before fees begin.
    Mixed media diorama of an underwater scene, with a large scary looking fish swimming over a mound of land. Burrowed into the side of the mound is a small frog, hiding from the fish.
    Mixed media diorama of an underwater scene, with a large scary looking fish swimming over a mound of land. Burrowed into the side of the mound is a small frog, hiding from the fish.
    Mixed media diorama of an underwater scene, with a large scary looking fish swimming over a mound of land. Burrowed into the side of the mound is a small frog, hiding from the fish.
    Mixed media diorama of an underwater scene, with a large scary looking fish swimming over a mound of land. Burrowed into the side of the mound is a small frog, hiding from the fish.
    Mixed media diorama of an underwater scene, with a large scary looking fish swimming over a mound of land. Burrowed into the side of the mound is a small frog, hiding from the fish.
    Mixed media diorama of an underwater scene, with a large scary looking fish swimming over a mound of land. Burrowed into the side of the mound is a small frog, hiding from the fish.
    Mixed media diorama of an underwater scene, with a large scary looking fish swimming over a mound of land. Burrowed into the side of the mound is a small frog, hiding from the fish.
    Mixed media diorama of an underwater scene, with a large scary looking fish swimming over a mound of land. Burrowed into the side of the mound is a small frog, hiding from the fish.
    Mixed media diorama of an underwater scene, with a large scary looking fish swimming over a mound of land. Burrowed into the side of the mound is a small frog, hiding from the fish.
    Mixed media diorama of an underwater scene, with a large scary looking fish swimming over a mound of land. Burrowed into the side of the mound is a small frog, hiding from the fish.
    Mixed media diorama of an underwater scene, with a large scary looking fish swimming over a mound of land. Burrowed into the side of the mound is a small frog, hiding from the fish.
    Mixed media diorama of an underwater scene, with a large scary looking fish swimming over a mound of land. Burrowed into the side of the mound is a small frog, hiding from the fish.
    Mixed media diorama of an underwater scene, with a large scary looking fish swimming over a mound of land. Burrowed into the side of the mound is a small frog, hiding from the fish.
    Mixed media diorama of an underwater scene, with a large scary looking fish swimming over a mound of land. Burrowed into the side of the mound is a small frog, hiding from the fish.
    Mixed media diorama of an underwater scene, with a large scary looking fish swimming over a mound of land. Burrowed into the side of the mound is a small frog, hiding from the fish.
    Mixed media diorama of an underwater scene, with a large scary looking fish swimming over a mound of land. Burrowed into the side of the mound is a small frog, hiding from the fish.
    Mixed media diorama of an underwater scene, with a large scary looking fish swimming over a mound of land. Burrowed into the side of the mound is a small frog, hiding from the fish.
    Mixed media diorama of an underwater scene, with a large scary looking fish swimming over a mound of land. Burrowed into the side of the mound is a small frog, hiding from the fish.
    Mixed media diorama of an underwater scene, with a large scary looking fish swimming over a mound of land. Burrowed into the side of the mound is a small frog, hiding from the fish.
    Mixed media diorama of an underwater scene, with a large scary looking fish swimming over a mound of land. Burrowed into the side of the mound is a small frog, hiding from the fish.

    Encore: Work from GR Biennale 5 - #25 - Sean Chao - "Sanctuary"

    $ 1,700.00

    Mixed media sculpture, polymer clay and paper.

    Artwork measures 7 5/8 x 5.5 inches.

    This piece is on view as part of Encore: Work from GR Biennale 5 at GR2 Gallery running from January 11th, 2025 to January 23rd, 2025. 

    • There is a No Returns Policy from the moment artwork is purchased.
    • Artwork remains on the wall for the duration of the show. Usually, art is sent out a few weeks after the show comes down.
    • Because these are unique art pieces, it is possible that the piece you want has sold before we've had a chance to update the site. If this happens, you will contacted about a refund or exchange.
    • Art once purchased is not open for trade
    • Pick-up orders: Please wait for email confirmation before coming to pick up
      • Pick up orders may be subject to storage fees if not picked up within 3 months after your pick up notice. You will be contacted again before fees begin.
    Mixed media sculpture diorama in a glass cloche. 2 orange and brown spotted angel fish swim atop of a flat brown halibut, resting on a brown mound at the bottom of the scene.

    Encore: Work from GR Biennale 5 - #26 - Sean Chao - "Angels and Baby Halibut"

    $ 450.00

    Mixed media sculpture, polymer clay and paper.

    Artwork measures 4 x 5.5 inches.

    This piece is on view as part of Encore: Work from GR Biennale 5 at GR2 Gallery running from January 11th, 2025 to January 23rd, 2025. 

    • There is a No Returns Policy from the moment artwork is purchased.
    • Artwork remains on the wall for the duration of the show. Usually, art is sent out a few weeks after the show comes down.
    • Because these are unique art pieces, it is possible that the piece you want has sold before we've had a chance to update the site. If this happens, you will contacted about a refund or exchange.
    • Art once purchased is not open for trade
    • Pick-up orders: Please wait for email confirmation before coming to pick up
      • Pick up orders may be subject to storage fees if not picked up within 3 months after your pick up notice. You will be contacted again before fees begin.
    Mixed media sculpture of 2 bright blue fish, made out of clay and one brown fish, swimming around paper cut leaves. Scene is encased in a glass cloche.

    Encore: Work from GR Biennale 5 - #27 - Sean Chao - "Neon Gobbies"

    $ 400.00

    Mixed media sculpture, polymer clay and paper.

    Artwork measures 4 x 5.5 inches.

    This piece is on view as part of Encore: Work from GR Biennale 5 at GR2 Gallery running from January 11th, 2025 to January 23rd, 2025. 

    • There is a No Returns Policy from the moment artwork is purchased.
    • Artwork remains on the wall for the duration of the show. Usually, art is sent out a few weeks after the show comes down.
    • Because these are unique art pieces, it is possible that the piece you want has sold before we've had a chance to update the site. If this happens, you will contacted about a refund or exchange.
    • Art once purchased is not open for trade
    • Pick-up orders: Please wait for email confirmation before coming to pick up
      • Pick up orders may be subject to storage fees if not picked up within 3 months after your pick up notice. You will be contacted again before fees begin.
    Rakugaki 3 - Sean Chao - #183

    Rakugaki 3 - Sean Chao - #183

    $ 100.00

    Graphite on paper.

    Artwork measures 7 x 5.25 inches. 

    This piece is a part of the 3rd annual group exhibition Rakugaki 2021 at GR2 Gallery running from April 3rd - April 21st, 2021. 

    • There is a No Returns Policy from the moment artwork is purchased.
    • Artwork remains on the wall for the duration of the show. Usually, art is sent out 2 weeks after the show comes down.
    • Because these are unique art pieces, it is possible that the piece you want has sold before we've had a chance to update the site. If this happens, you will contacted about a refund or exchange.
    • Art once purchased is not open for trade
    • Pick-up Orders will be ready on the Saturday after the closing of the exhibition

    *Rakugaki pieces are unframed.

    Rakugaki 4 - Sean Chao - "Water Scenery No. 1"

    Rakugaki 4 - Sean Chao - "Water Scenery No. 1"

    $ 80.00

    Artwork measures 5 x 4 inches.

    This piece is a part of the 4th annual group exhibition Rakugaki 4 (Sketches and Beyond) 2022 at GR2 Gallery running from April 9th - April 26th, 2022. 

    • There is a No Returns Policy from the moment artwork is purchased.
    • Artwork remains on the wall for the duration of the show. Usually, art is sent out 2 weeks after the show comes down.
    • Because these are unique art pieces, it is possible that the piece you want has sold before we've had a chance to update the site. If this happens, you will contacted about a refund or exchange.
    • Art once purchased is not open for trade
    • Pick-up Orders will be ready on the Saturday after the closing of the exhibition

    All Rakugaki pieces are unframed.