Maurizio Cattelan, Yes!

1.200,00 

Maurizio Cattelan (Italian, b. 1960)

Yes!, 2019

Medium: Light sculpture (Porcelain, LED lightbulb 230V)

Dimensions: 17.8 x 12.7 x 9.5 cm

Edition of 500: The work comes with a stamped certificate of authenticity; lightbulb stamped on the back

Condition: Excellent (sold in its original box)

Please note: The sculpture is sold without the lamp base.

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Maurizio Cattelan, an Italian artist, has garnered international acclaim for his thought-provoking and often controversial artworks. Born in 1960, Cattelan is known for challenging the boundaries of art, blurring the lines between reality, fiction, and satire. Maurizio Cattelan‘s artistic practice spans a wide range of mediums, including sculpture, installation, and performance. His works often employ humor, irony, and wit to engage viewers in a critical examination of social, political, and cultural issues. Through his art, Cattelan confronts and disrupts established norms, provoking both admiration and controversy. One of the Italian’s most notorious works is his sculpture “The Ninth Hour” (1999), which depicts Pope John Paul II being struck down by a meteorite. This piece sparked intense debates about religion, authority, and the limits of artistic expression. Maurizio Cattelan‘s provocative and irreverent approach challenges the reverence often associated with religious and political figures, inviting viewers to question and rethink their beliefs and assumptions. In addition to his iconic sculptures, Cattelan’s installations have made significant waves in the art world. His immersive and meticulously constructed environments often incorporate a blend of absurdity, surrealism, and social commentary. One example is his installation “All” (2007), which featured a vast array of his past works suspended from the ceiling, creating a visually overwhelming and disorienting experience. This work reflects Maurizio Cattelan‘s ability to challenge conventional exhibition practices and engage viewers in an immersive exploration of his artistic universe. Cattelan’s work also reveals a fascination with themes of identity, authenticity, and the commodification of art. He frequently employs hyperrealistic and meticulously crafted sculptures that blur the lines between reality and illusion. Notably, his sculpture “Him” (2001) depicts Adolf Hitler kneeling in prayer, confronting viewers with the uncomfortable and unsettling presence of evil. Through such works, Maurizio Cattelan encourages viewers to critically examine the constructed nature of history, power, and cultural memory.

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