Price
from 68 000€
Description
Type
Numbered and limited to 4 copies
1 copy available
Signature
Hand-signed by artist
Authenticity
Sold with certificate of Authenticity from the gallery
Statement of sale
Private collection
Artworks from private collections are selected by our experts
Medium
Sculpture: bronze
Dimensionscm • inch
65 x 90 x 80 cm Height x Width x Depth
Support
Dimensions of pedestal: 96 x 110 x 140 cm
Display
The sculpture cannot be displayed outdoors
Artwork sold in perfect condition
Artwork location: France
Contemporary sculpture, iconic work
A manifesto work by Philippe Pasqua, where human vanity meets metamorphosis, enhanced by a bronze finish of spectacular intensity.
This iconic sculpture by Philippe Pasqua powerfully embodies the singular and radical aesthetic of the artist, a major figure in French and international contemporary art. The human skull, the central subject of his work, is rendered here in mirror-effect bronze, lending the piece a presence that is at once precious, brutal, and hypnotic.
The monumental butterflies, emerging and alighting on the skull, introduce a powerful symbolic interpretation. They evoke transformation, the fragility of existence, and the possibility of rebirth, in direct opposition to the rigidity of the skull, the ultimate symbol of mortality. This tension between life and death constitutes one of the fundamental themes of Pasqua's work.
The highly reflective surface captures light and the surrounding environment, drawing the viewer into the artwork and enhancing its emotional impact. A true collector's item, this sculpture makes a statement, ideal for a discerning contemporary collection or a high-end exhibition space.
With its strong iconography, sculptural dimension and the artist's growing renown in the art market, this work also presents a genuine heritage and appreciation interest.
The work is being offered for sale following a move, in the context of a collection reorganization, and not for reasons related to the work or the artist.