Hiones (XX-XXI) - Float State
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Hiones presents Float State, a 92 × 70 cm original contemporary artwork, hand-signed and painted entirely by hand on cotton canvas in 2026 using aerography and spray paint, produced in Portugal and sold directly from the artist with a COA.
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Collector's Item. 100% hand-painted on cotton canvas. Work shipped unframed, in a DHL Express shipping tube. Accompanied by a COA, certificate of authenticity signed by the artist.
Float State explores the delicate balance between nostalgia, identity and contemporary culture. The iconic rubber duck, elevated through a hyper-realistic execution, ceases to be merely an object associated with childhood and instead assumes the role of a symbol of how we preserve memories and seek lightness in a world marked by sensory overload.
The meticulously constructed reflections transform the plastic surface into a metaphor for how we absorb and project the environment around us. The urban-inspired background, marked by graffiti gestures and the subtle halo that surrounds the figure, creates a dialogue between innocence and the visual language of cities, suggesting that even the simplest objects carry stories shaped by the context in which they exist.
By suspending the duck in a state of almost untouched serenity, Float State invites the viewer to reflect on the capacity to stay afloat, adapting to life’s currents without losing its own essence. The work celebrates the beauty of the everyday, transforming a universal icon into a sculptural, luminous, and deeply contemporary presence.
About Hione
Hione is a visual artist from Porto who, since 2013, has used graffiti as his main form of expression. With a visual language marked by vibrant colors and defined shapes, his work reflects a strong connection to urban culture. Throughout his career, he has developed a unique style that fuses graffiti, contemporary art, illustration, and graphic design. He presents his works in public and private contexts, aiming to provoke reflection and inspire. Today he continues to explore new figurative approaches and deepen the impact of his art on the space around him.
Collector's Item. 100% hand-painted on cotton canvas. Work shipped unframed, in a DHL Express shipping tube. Accompanied by a COA, certificate of authenticity signed by the artist.
Float State explores the delicate balance between nostalgia, identity and contemporary culture. The iconic rubber duck, elevated through a hyper-realistic execution, ceases to be merely an object associated with childhood and instead assumes the role of a symbol of how we preserve memories and seek lightness in a world marked by sensory overload.
The meticulously constructed reflections transform the plastic surface into a metaphor for how we absorb and project the environment around us. The urban-inspired background, marked by graffiti gestures and the subtle halo that surrounds the figure, creates a dialogue between innocence and the visual language of cities, suggesting that even the simplest objects carry stories shaped by the context in which they exist.
By suspending the duck in a state of almost untouched serenity, Float State invites the viewer to reflect on the capacity to stay afloat, adapting to life’s currents without losing its own essence. The work celebrates the beauty of the everyday, transforming a universal icon into a sculptural, luminous, and deeply contemporary presence.
About Hione
Hione is a visual artist from Porto who, since 2013, has used graffiti as his main form of expression. With a visual language marked by vibrant colors and defined shapes, his work reflects a strong connection to urban culture. Throughout his career, he has developed a unique style that fuses graffiti, contemporary art, illustration, and graphic design. He presents his works in public and private contexts, aiming to provoke reflection and inspire. Today he continues to explore new figurative approaches and deepen the impact of his art on the space around him.
Details
Artist
Hiones (XX-XXI)
Sold with frame
No
Sold by
Direct from the artist
Edition
Original
Title of artwork
Float State
Technique
Airbrush, Spray paint
Signature
Hand signed
Country of origin
Portugal
Year
2026
Condition
Excellent condition
Height
92 cm
Width
70 cm
Weight
1 kg
Style
Contemporary
Period
2020+
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