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084AT2024
Artist : Nicolas Monjo
Oil and acrylic on canvas
39.4x31.9x0.8inch
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Artwork | painting |
Size in inch (Height/Lenght/Width) | 39.4x31.9x0.8 |
Medium | Acrylic and oil on canvas |
Type | Unique work |
Signature | Signed artwork |
certificate of authenticity | Work sold with a certificate of authenticity |
Availability | Available at the gallery |
Packaging | We pack it ourselves with care |
Insurance | The artwork is insured during delivery |
Delivery | delivery within 8 days |
Secured payment | You can pay for your purchase by bank card in 1 or 3 instalments, Paypal or money transfert |
The painting " The Target " by contemporary artist Nicolas Monjo is a masterpiece combining acrylic and oil on canvas. Its impressive dimensions of 100x81x2 cm immediately draw attention. Monjo, known for his unique style and unsettling compositions, immerses us in a world that is both playful and provocative, where each element appears loaded with strong symbolism.
At first glance, "The Target" depicts a chaotic and surreal scene. Vividly colored characters animate around a naked body, bent over, at the center of the composition. This body, painted in earthy tones, seems to be the "target" of the painting, reinforced by a black and white spiral drawn directly on its skin. This mark inevitably draws the viewer's gaze, raising questions about vulnerability and exposure in a society increasingly centered on judgment.
The foreground figure, holding a paintbrush, appears to "paint" this target, while other characters, each with exaggerated expressions and absurd accessories, observe the scene with a mix of curiosity and indifference. The appearance of a dog wearing a float, or a blue cat with 3D glasses, adds a touch of humor while creating a contrast between apparent innocence and the underlying tension of the work.
Beneath its childish and lighthearted appearance, "The Target" can be seen as a sharp critique of our time. The central figure, exposed and vulnerable, may symbolize how individuals are judged or stigmatized. By choosing to depict characters with grotesque and exaggerated expressions, Monjo highlights the often unforgiving gaze cast upon others in a world that tends to magnify expectations and judge superficially.
For a contemporary art collector, "The Target" is much more than just a painting: it is a work that engages, inviting reflection. Monjo excels at provoking thought, while also encouraging laughter at the absurdity of certain human situations. This piece is ideal for a modern interior, adding a touch of subversion while reminding us of the importance of artistic freedom of expression. Displaying this work introduces not only a unique and original piece but also sparks a discussion about contemporary society.
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