Golduck

Golduck

Selected Masterpiece • 25/203
Artist Kyoko Umemoto
Market Price $0.16
Evolving Skies Sword & Shield 2021
The Illustrator

Kyoko Umemoto

Kyoko Umemoto has illustrated Pokémon TCG cards from 2002 to 2025, spanning eras from E-Card to Sword & Shield. The work leans cartoonish and playful, with balanced, clear compositions and vibrant-to-pastel color palettes that keep scenes lighthearted and readable.

Curatorial Commentary

“The Golduck card captures a serene underwater moment, where the Pokémon gracefully maneuvers through shimmering bubbles and gentle currents. Its sleek blue form contrasts beautifully with the soft, aquatic backdrop, creating a sense of calm and fluidity. With its focused expression, Golduck appears both confident and at ease, embodying the essence of a skilled swimmer in its natural habitat. This snapshot invites viewers to appreciate the tranquility of the underwater world.”

Editorial & Data

Published by Artchu Editorial. Card facts are based on structured reference data and Artchu enrichment. Visual commentary is AI-assisted and human-reviewed. Visual ranking reflects Artchu’s internal art_score methodology. Market data reflects the latest source shown on the page. Data refreshed: January 19, 2026.

Art Style
Composition
Color Palette
Rarity Uncommon
Card Type Water
Era
Sword & Shield
Release
27/08/2021

Psybeam

20

Your opponent's Active Pokémon is now Confused.

Surf

70
Weakness
×2
Retreat Cost