Curatorial Commentary
The Squirtle card captures a lively moment as the tiny turtle Pokémon splashes through the water, droplets glistening around it. With a playful expression, Squirtle seems to embody both curiosity and determination, ready to engage with its surroundings. The vibrant blues and greens create a sense of movement and energy, reflecting the joy of being in its natural habitat. This scene invites the viewer to appreciate the simple pleasures of exploration and play.
Essay · Platinum
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Catalogue plate
№ 96/127
Composition
StyleCartoonishPlayful
MoodCheerfulLighthearted
CompositionDynamicFocused
PaletteCool TonesVibrant
Game mechanics
HP
60
Stage
Basic
Weakness
Lightning +10
Retreat
Skull Bash
10
Bite
20
Authorship
More from Masakazu Fukuda
The painter behind this plate — selected works from their canon.
The set
Platinum, in order
Walk the original print run — sequenced by plate number, painted as a series.
The subject
Most beautiful Squirtle
The Squirtle canon, ranked by Artchu’s editorial composite.
