Michael Fantozzi - Little Kraken #2

Michael Fantozzi is an international artist and the original creator of the famous sarcastic clay fish that are winning over collectors and enthusiasts around the world.

From this iconic series emerge the “Little Kraken” works: unique creations, entirely handmade by the artist, one by one, without the use of moulds, reproductions, or industrial copies. Each object is personally molded by Michael Fantozzi in clay, making every piece absolutely one-of-a-kind. There is no other identical work in the world.

Buying a Michael Fantozzi creation means owning something authentic, rare, and unattainable: not a print, not a replica, but an original work shaped by the artist’s hands with hours of artisanal workmanship and a maniacal attention to detail.

For the realization of his works, Michael Fantozzi searches for carefully selected materials sourced from different parts of the world: from high-quality iridescent acrylics to luminous zircons that embellish every detail, to decorative elements chosen with care to give character and uniqueness to each piece. Each material is chosen not only for its beauty but also for its ability to convey emotion, light, and personality to the artwork.

Michael Fantozzi’s works are today sold and collected internationally. Large installations and sizable works have been exhibited at the Milan, Rome, and Florence Biennales and in numerous art shows and events throughout Europe. The artist was also awarded at Montecitorio as Italian Excellence Abroad, a recognition that testifies to the international and cultural impact of his work. Michael Fantozzi was also selected and published in Mondadori’s historic magazine “ARTE” among the 100 most interesting Italian contemporary artists on the current scene, an important editorial acknowledgment that confirms the artistic and collector value of his works.

The feature in ARTE magazine, a reference point for collectors, gallery owners, and enthusiasts of the field, further consolidated the artist’s notoriety in the Italian and European contemporary landscape, highlighting the originality of his artistic language and the communicative strength of his creations.

Behind every work lies a powerful and current message: a denunciation of pollution, particularly marine pollution, told through an ironic, provocative, and sarcasm-rich visual language. Michael Fantozzi’s fish are adorned with symbolic elements such as cigarettes, chewing gum, bottles, cans, and musical instruments, transforming them into silent spokespeople for marine animals and the consequences of human impact on the planet.

These works are not mere decorative objects: they are conversations to be hung on walls. An elegant and original way to address important themes like the pollution that plagues humanity, without foregoing that touch of irony that makes every creation even more intense and memorable.

Each piece is titled, numbered, and hand-signed by the artist and is accompanied by its respective certificate of authenticity.

The work is delivered in a refined closed framed box designed to protect the artwork from dust, impacts and external elements, while also highlighting it as a true collectible piece. The frame comes ready to hang, immediately transforming the work into an exclusive feature for your home or space.

Shipping is carried out with professional, protective packaging, designed to ensure maximum safety during transport.

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