Santicri - Icon Made of Us, Marylin Monroe

This print originates from the collaboration between Santicri and the French artist Louis Dourand, an artistic meeting that blends two visual languages into a single expressive direction.

The work represents a recognizable icon, whose face emerges from the composition of a multitude of stylized figures. Each individual person contributes to forming the overall image, underscoring the indissoluble link between the icons and the community that sustains them. The piece explores the concept of shared cultural identity and how fame, fashion, and popular culture intertwine to create symbolic figures over time.

The synergy between Santicri and Dourand creates a powerful visual synthesis, a tribute to the collective identity that shapes the symbols of history.

Acknowledgments and participations
Santicri has exhibited his works in prestigious international contexts. In 2022 he presented his works at Palazzo Grillo in Genoa, while in 2023 he took part in the International Contemporary Furniture Fair (ICFF) in New York, consolidating his global visibility.

In 2024, he was recognized among the Best-Selling Artists by Artmayeur, one of the most influential platforms in the art world. In the same year, his name entered the ranking of the three most sought-after artists on Catawiki, confirming the rise of his artistic and collecting value.

Details of the work
Technique: Giclée
Dimensions: 60x42 cm
Certificate of authenticity: hand-signed
Edition: x/100

The shipped serial number is random and may not correspond to the one in the photo.
The work is shipped rolled in a cardboard tube.
Insured shipping with tracking.

The artist
In 2024, Santicri established himself as one of the most sought-after artists on Catawiki, standing alongside figures such as Kaws and Banksy. His art is recognized within an exclusive circuit that includes brands of excellence like Rolex, Lego, Louis Vuitton, Porsche, Eames, Macallan, Tintin, Cartier, and Pokémon. A talent that not only distinguishes itself by artistic value but also represents one of the most promising investment opportunities of the year.

Born in 1992 in Macerata, Marche, Santicri has walked a path between studies of Geometry and Architecture, subsequently collaborating with a resin sculpture artisan. This experience fueled his desire for creative expression, leading him to develop a unique and recognizable style.

His works are in demand worldwide, with active collaborations in Italian and European art galleries. Santicri’s art, spanning street art, pop art, and contemporary art, is distinguished by its ability to reinterpret icons and symbols of our era with an innovative, high-impact aesthetic.

"It’s never easy to classify one’s art. I try to translate into images my way of seeing the world, reinterpreting what surrounds me with a design that reflects modern times: impactful, memorable, and meaningful."