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Michelangelo's David: Contemporary Renaissance Conceptual art bust in 3D print – Matte Stone Gray and Blood Red Satin For sale an artwork with deep symbolic meaning and avant-garde design: the David of Michelangelo's bust, the supreme emblem of aesthetic perfection and human strength, reinterpreted through the lens of surrealism and contemporary pop art. Artistic Vision and Meaning of the Work Humanity Unveiled: the face, geometrically perfect, appears split by a sharp horizontal section. At its center rises an anatomically accurate skull in a deep dark red, creating a powerful visual allegory. This modern "Memento Mori" reveals the biological fragility and intrinsic mortality hidden behind the mask of artistic immortality and myth. Carefully Selected Colors: the outer portion of the sculpture is rendered in matte stone gray, deliberately echoing the texture of rough marble or industrial concrete, giving the piece an urban, minimalist look. In contrast, the dark red interior captures the eye viscerally, representing life, passion, and inner complexity. Deco Deconstructed Style (Glitch Art): The geometric shift between the two hemispheres of the face breaks the staticity of classical statuary. It is a bold furnishing accessory, perfect for spaces that celebrate contemporary design and the fusion of old and new. Technical Details and Craftsmanship 3D Definition and Texture: Precision 3D printing technology impeccably reproduces the original anatomical details: from the dynamic curls of the hair to the focused, proud gaze of David, up to the complex bone structure of the central skull. Clean and Balanced Finishes: The transition between the satin gray surface and the dark red core is flawless, a testament to a production process cared for down to the finest detail to guarantee maximum display impact. Structural Stability: The bust sits on a solid integrated base that ensures safe and stable positioning on shelves, consoles, desks, or within illuminated niches. The Showpiece for Private Galleries or Design Setups This piece is aimed at collectors and art lovers seeking a characterful work capable of furnishing an entire space on its own and provoking deep philosophical and aesthetic reflections among guests. Object specifications: Subject: Deconstructed David bust with skull (David's Inner Soul) Colors: Matte stone gray / Dark red satin Material: High-density technical polymer Condition: New, handcrafted finish
Estimate:£127.23
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Estimate:
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AI WEIWEI (CHINESE B. 1957), 'EVERYTHING IS ART. EVERYTHING IS POLITICS'
10/29/2025
£1,200
Est: £800
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