Case Studyo & Hajime Sorayama Launch a Provocative Decorative Item
Kalin Ned — July 29, 2019 — Art & Design
References: casestudyo & highsnobiety
A middle finger sculpture would be an agreeable addition to one's abode, especially if you have some strong feelings or simply like flipping the bird. 'The Midas Touch' is a venture in this category of decorative objects. The limited edition product is made possible through a collaboration with Case Studyo — who has been on top of contemporary mini-sculpture launches of recent, and well-known Japanese illustrator Hajime Sorayama.
The figure has roots in Greek mythology as King Midas was known to have "the ability to turn everything he touched to gold." The middle finger sculpture is a metaphorical and layered representation. On one hand, it is a nod to "the relationship between artist and audience." On the other hand, it touches on the connection between creator and creation.
The figure has roots in Greek mythology as King Midas was known to have "the ability to turn everything he touched to gold." The middle finger sculpture is a metaphorical and layered representation. On one hand, it is a nod to "the relationship between artist and audience." On the other hand, it touches on the connection between creator and creation.
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