Design Toscano Reinvents the Statue of David
John Ibbitson — February 15, 2012 — Art & Design
References: thisiswhyimbroke & amazon
Often referred to as one of the most beautiful renditions of the male physique, this contemporary take on The Statue of David from online retailer Design Toscano may be considered by some to be less than so.
Likely intended to be humorous, the Super-Sized David Garden Sculpture actually works as a piece of art by commenting on the current food culture of North American societies. It’s also hard to make David appear less than handsome. The sculpture is still molded to look like one carved in classical style, and may remind you of a time when bigger bodies were vogue in art and considered to be desirable and healthy.
So if you’re looking for a lawn ornament that may have more in common with art than novelty, the Super-Sized David Garden Sculpture is the way to go.
Likely intended to be humorous, the Super-Sized David Garden Sculpture actually works as a piece of art by commenting on the current food culture of North American societies. It’s also hard to make David appear less than handsome. The sculpture is still molded to look like one carved in classical style, and may remind you of a time when bigger bodies were vogue in art and considered to be desirable and healthy.
So if you’re looking for a lawn ornament that may have more in common with art than novelty, the Super-Sized David Garden Sculpture is the way to go.
Trend Themes
1. Contemporary Renditions - There is a trend towards creating contemporary renditions of classic statues, offering a fresh perspective on timeless art.
2. Commentary on Food Culture - Art pieces like the Super-Sized David Garden Sculpture are embracing humor to comment on the current food culture in North American societies.
3. Reimagining Body Ideals - The sculpture challenges traditional notions of beauty by presenting a supersized physique as an art form, opening up opportunities for discussions about body image.
Industry Implications
1. Art and Sculpture - The art and sculpture industry can explore innovative ways to reinvent classic statues, attracting a wider audience with contemporary renditions.
2. Home Decor - The home decor industry can tap into the trend of using humorous and thought-provoking sculptures as unique lawn ornaments and conversation starters.
3. Wellness and Body Positivity - The wellness industry can benefit from the reimagining of body ideals, promoting body positivity and accepting diverse body types as desirable and healthy.
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