Santicri (1992) - Fucking World

Santicri has participated in numerous internationally renowned art exhibitions. Among the most significant, in 2022 he showcased his works at the prestigious Palazzo Grillo in Genoa, and in 2023 he attended the International Contemporary Furniture Fair (ICFF) in New York, thereby expanding his visibility in both national and international contexts.

Santicri-artist
Technique: RESIN and Marble Dust
Measurements: H37 x L12 x P12 cm
Condition: new
Certificate of authenticity - hand-signed
Edition: Open edition

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The sculpture is a blend of symbolism and irony that captures the viewer's attention and invites reflection on various levels of meaning.

First of all, the gesture of the raised hand with the middle finger raised is universally recognized as a sign of challenge or rebellion, a bold way to send a strong and unequivocal message. Here, this gesture is amplified by the fact that the hand supports the world itself, suggesting a kind of rejection or critique of the world as it is. It is a visual interpretation of the frustration or dissent toward aspects of our contemporary world.

The use of this sculpture to represent the world itself, with the Earth resting on the middle finger, adds another layer of meaning. It could be interpreted as a critique of global challenges and socio-political tensions we face, or as a wake-up call about the fragility of our planet. In this context, the hand takes on a role of responsibility and power, almost as if the artist is saying that the solution to these problems lies in our hands.

In its audacity and provocation, this sculpture offers a prompt for discussion and reflection on the contemporary world, the challenges we face, and our role in shaping it. It is a work of art that can provoke a wide range of reactions and conversations, just as many contemporary artworks seek to do.

Born in 1992 in Macerata, Marche, the Italian artist pursued a path that, between studies in surveying and architecture, led him to collaborate with a resin sculpture craftsman. There arose the increasingly strong need to find himself and give vent to his creativity.

His works are sold worldwide, collaborating with galleries in Italy and Europe.
His art is widely appreciated and is a staple among collectors of street art and pop art, contemporary art.
"It is never easy to classify one’s art; I try to convey what my eyes see, my way of looking at what surrounds me, and I rework it with a design that suits modern times: impactful and memorable."