I never expected that I would stumble upon anything like the The End of Revolution art piece. A stained glass AK-47 rifle gun, this work features a juxtaposition of violent and religious connotations.
Created by deviantART user shanti1971, The End of Revolution art piece seems to be advocating an end to war, violence and maybe even hate. Considering that there is a poppy sticking out of the end of this stunning and unique artwork, I think that is a safe guess. The poppy "is a traditional symbol of remembrance for the war dead, especially those of World War I, in the UK and much of the Commonwealth," as Neatorama so succinctly puts it.
Brave and bold, The End of Revolution definitely sends a strong message.
Stained Glass Rifles
Shanti1971's The End of Revolution is a Rather Intricate AK-47
Trend Themes
1. Religious and Violent Contrast - There is an opportunity for artists or designers to create works that contrast religious and violent imagery like shanti1971's stained glass AK-47.
2. Symbolism in Art - Artists can make use of traditional symbols, like the poppy, in their works to convey deeper meaning and messages.
3. Weapons as Art - There is a growing trend of turning weapons, like the AK-47, into works of art that challenge our notions of violence and society.
Industry Implications
1. Art and Design - Artists and designers can look to shanti1971's stained glass AK-47 as inspiration to create provocative and thought-provoking works that challenge traditional art forms.
2. Arms and Weapons - The trend of turning weapons into art presents an opportunity for the arms and weapons industry to explore new markets and creative collaborations with artists and designers.
3. Remembrance and Memorials - The traditional symbol of remembrance, like the poppy in shanti1971's work, can be used in creating new ways to honor and remember those who have lost their lives in conflicts and wars.