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Artist-Trampling Elephants

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This Surreal Sculpture Features an Elephant Standing on Fabien Mér

— January 31, 2013 — Art & Design
It’s pretty hard to ignore the elephant in the room when it’s balancing on someone’s back! ‘Pentateuque’ is a comically surreal sculpture by French artist, Fabien Mérelle which features a likeness of the artist huffing and puffing as he balances an elephant on his back. Mérelle has used his tounge in cheek humor to whimsically represent the idea of carrying the weight of the world on one’s shoulders. The piece is a re-interpretation of one of the artists childhood drawings.

Visitors to the art stage Singapore exhibition, at the marina bay sands will certainly be taken by surprise by this colossal and life-like optical illusion. Fabien Mérelle is known for his work which often evokes child like imagery and fairytales in a light-hearted manner.

Photo Credits: designboom, fabienmerelle
Trend Themes
1. Surreal Sculptures - Exploring the use of whimsical and surreal sculptures in art installations, opening up opportunities for innovative and thought-provoking experiences.
2. Child-like Imagery - Incorporating child-like imagery and fairytales in art installations to create a sense of nostalgia and wonder, offering potential for creating unique and immersive experiences.
3. Optical Illusions - Using optical illusions in art installations to captivate and surprise viewers, creating opportunities for interactive and engaging artistic experiences.
Industry Implications
1. Art and Sculpture - The art and sculpture industry can adapt and innovate by incorporating surreal and child-like elements in their artworks, appealing to a wider audience and creating new avenues for expression.
2. Museum and Exhibition - Museums and exhibition spaces can embrace the use of optical illusions and surreal sculptures in their displays, enticing visitors with captivating and immersive experiences that go beyond traditional art showcasing.
3. Event Planning and Design - Event planners and design professionals can explore the integration of surreal sculptures and optical illusions in their event setups, creating visually stunning and unforgettable experiences for attendees.
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