IL PRINCIPE
by BJOERN DAEMPFLING
Having one of the major works of Niccolo Machiavelli "Il Principe" (The Prince) in mind in order to find a title for this image, happened already during my working at this "Italian" piece, which is pretty unusual for me. Normally my work is finished, before a title comes to mind. Concerning the colors, the term "Terracotta" bounced around in my head and this grotesque guy unites like the whole image contradictory feelings and attributes, merging in an aesthetic sense, but born out of and representing quite different layers of content. Many images in one image, but not structured in space or grouped, but instead intrinsically interwoven. On one hand this ruler "plant" with weaponry and loudspeaker is the dominant of the image, therefore the ironic title in contrast with his rampant look. On the other hand there are many personal aspects, but for the onlooker they can be perfectly attributed to the main figure and thus they enhance this "very special" homage of the prince.Available in a limited edition of 125
Certificate of Authenticity and deluxe gift box are included.
Full size 43" x 62" (109 x 157 cm) On Pure Habotai Silk
$446.00 USD + Shipping
Available in a limited edition of 250
Certificate of Authenticity and deluxe gift box are included.
Medium size 30" x 43" (75 x 109 cm) On Pure Habotai Silk
$224.00 USD + Shipping
Available in a limited edition of 250
Certificate of Authenticity and deluxe gift box are included.
Small size 25" x 36" (64 x 91 cm) On Pure Habotai Silk
$159.00 USD + Shipping