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SKE, a French artist, signs and numbers the resin sculpture “100 Balles et un Mars !” (18/30, 2025), 30 cm wide by 17 cm high by 8 cm deep, with a certificate of authenticity, depicting a folded 100‑Franc banknote standing upright and finished with scratch/UV‑resistant varnish.
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- Signed/numbered artwork, provided with a certificate of authenticity.
- Number 18/30
- Description: resin Billet sculpture representing a 100 Francs note. Scratch/UV protective varnish
- The folded note stands upright and gives the impression of “floating”—superb guaranteed effect
- Direct from the studio, never exhibited, artwork in perfect condition!
- HAND-FINISHED « Sculpture made for commercial purposes, hand-retouched by the artist SKE (resin print, hand shaping). »
- The artist’s word: Do you remember that cult replica from the 80s-90s? Here is an original contemporary work inspired by this iconic popular expression: a nostalgic artistic wink, uniting the mythical 100 francs Delacroix note with the iconic Mars chocolate bar!
Ideal for contemporary art lovers, vintage souvenir collectors, or fans of offbeat humor!
A bold pop artwork ready to add a retro original touch to your interior decor. Treat yourself to more than “100 bucks and a Mars”: treat yourself to a work that tells an entire era!
- ARTIST BIO:
SKE is a self-taught French artist with a jack-of-all-trades mindset who grew up in the culture of the 80s/90s, inspiring a large majority of his artistic works.
He constantly explores new techniques: acrylic painting, collage, stenciling, graffiti, urban installations and digital art. His dynamic and expressive compositions, often with double meanings, blend the raw energy of street art with the visual impact of pop art.
After an exceptional 2025, SKE’s market value has risen notably. Winner of the first prize at the Urban Master contest (2023), then named Artist of the Year at the Color Jam Challenge (2025).
SKE was selected as “Artist of the Month” by the Opulence gallery in October, and he also benefited from a feature in an American art magazine confirming his international recognition.
His works have already been exhibited in major venues in Europe, the United States and Asia, consolidating his place on the contemporary art scene. In parallel, SKE also asserts himself in the digital artworks market, a major trend of the last two years, reinforcing the appeal of his creations to collectors.
Icons of pop culture, bold graphics and tactile textures characterize a style now essential.
SKE is undeniably an artist to watch, to initiate or enrich a collection with rising value.
Artist Rated & Awarded – Pop Art & Contemporary Street Art
A UNIVERSE BETWEEN HERITAGE AND MODERNITY The work of SKE sits in a prestigious lineage. His line carries the visual efficiency of Keith Haring and Andy Warhol, while incorporating the subversion of Banksy or the pioneer Blek le Rat. His works create a bridge between eras: they revisit the classics, not hesitating to divert Vinci’s Mona Lisa, Vermeer’s Girl with a Pearl Earring, Hokusai’s The Great Wave, or Picasso’s deconstructed forms to confront them with a modern urban aesthetic akin to Mr Brainwash or Kaws.
POP CULTURE & NOSTALGIA Drawing from the collective imagination, SKE manipulates icons from our childhood. He stages the Disney universe with figures like Mickey or Pinocchio, and the symbolic greed of Scrooge McDuck. The influence of gaming, comics and graphic novels is omnipresent: from the Nintendo world and the legendary Game Boy, to Pokémon creatures (Pikachu, Charizard, Ash), and the Marvel superheroes. SKE crystallizes these memories in the style of Daniel Arsham or Takashi Murakami.
LUXURY, HYPE & CONSUMER SOCIETY In a style sometimes reminiscent of Alec Monopoly, the artist plays with codes of success and materialism. The Dollar symbol sits alongside luxury and fashion logos. His canvases capture the “Hype” aesthetic: you encounter the sneaker universe (Nike Air Jordan, Adidas, Off-White) and haute couture (Louis Vuitton, Hermès, Louboutin). He also incorporates automotive adrenaline (Ferrari, Porsche, Bugatti, AMG) and precision watchmaking (Rolex, Tag Heuer), not to mention mass consumer icons like Coca-Cola. It’s vibrant art with textured finishes that sometimes evoke the glossy finish of Jeff Koons or the facets of a Richard Orlinski.
This work is ideal for enriching a collection or bringing a dynamic touch to your interior."
- Signed/numbered artwork, provided with a certificate of authenticity.
- Number 18/30
- Description: resin Billet sculpture representing a 100 Francs note. Scratch/UV protective varnish
- The folded note stands upright and gives the impression of “floating”—superb guaranteed effect
- Direct from the studio, never exhibited, artwork in perfect condition!
- HAND-FINISHED « Sculpture made for commercial purposes, hand-retouched by the artist SKE (resin print, hand shaping). »
- The artist’s word: Do you remember that cult replica from the 80s-90s? Here is an original contemporary work inspired by this iconic popular expression: a nostalgic artistic wink, uniting the mythical 100 francs Delacroix note with the iconic Mars chocolate bar!
Ideal for contemporary art lovers, vintage souvenir collectors, or fans of offbeat humor!
A bold pop artwork ready to add a retro original touch to your interior decor. Treat yourself to more than “100 bucks and a Mars”: treat yourself to a work that tells an entire era!
- ARTIST BIO:
SKE is a self-taught French artist with a jack-of-all-trades mindset who grew up in the culture of the 80s/90s, inspiring a large majority of his artistic works.
He constantly explores new techniques: acrylic painting, collage, stenciling, graffiti, urban installations and digital art. His dynamic and expressive compositions, often with double meanings, blend the raw energy of street art with the visual impact of pop art.
After an exceptional 2025, SKE’s market value has risen notably. Winner of the first prize at the Urban Master contest (2023), then named Artist of the Year at the Color Jam Challenge (2025).
SKE was selected as “Artist of the Month” by the Opulence gallery in October, and he also benefited from a feature in an American art magazine confirming his international recognition.
His works have already been exhibited in major venues in Europe, the United States and Asia, consolidating his place on the contemporary art scene. In parallel, SKE also asserts himself in the digital artworks market, a major trend of the last two years, reinforcing the appeal of his creations to collectors.
Icons of pop culture, bold graphics and tactile textures characterize a style now essential.
SKE is undeniably an artist to watch, to initiate or enrich a collection with rising value.
Artist Rated & Awarded – Pop Art & Contemporary Street Art
A UNIVERSE BETWEEN HERITAGE AND MODERNITY The work of SKE sits in a prestigious lineage. His line carries the visual efficiency of Keith Haring and Andy Warhol, while incorporating the subversion of Banksy or the pioneer Blek le Rat. His works create a bridge between eras: they revisit the classics, not hesitating to divert Vinci’s Mona Lisa, Vermeer’s Girl with a Pearl Earring, Hokusai’s The Great Wave, or Picasso’s deconstructed forms to confront them with a modern urban aesthetic akin to Mr Brainwash or Kaws.
POP CULTURE & NOSTALGIA Drawing from the collective imagination, SKE manipulates icons from our childhood. He stages the Disney universe with figures like Mickey or Pinocchio, and the symbolic greed of Scrooge McDuck. The influence of gaming, comics and graphic novels is omnipresent: from the Nintendo world and the legendary Game Boy, to Pokémon creatures (Pikachu, Charizard, Ash), and the Marvel superheroes. SKE crystallizes these memories in the style of Daniel Arsham or Takashi Murakami.
LUXURY, HYPE & CONSUMER SOCIETY In a style sometimes reminiscent of Alec Monopoly, the artist plays with codes of success and materialism. The Dollar symbol sits alongside luxury and fashion logos. His canvases capture the “Hype” aesthetic: you encounter the sneaker universe (Nike Air Jordan, Adidas, Off-White) and haute couture (Louis Vuitton, Hermès, Louboutin). He also incorporates automotive adrenaline (Ferrari, Porsche, Bugatti, AMG) and precision watchmaking (Rolex, Tag Heuer), not to mention mass consumer icons like Coca-Cola. It’s vibrant art with textured finishes that sometimes evoke the glossy finish of Jeff Koons or the facets of a Richard Orlinski.
This work is ideal for enriching a collection or bringing a dynamic touch to your interior."
Details
Era
After 2000
Country of origin
France
Material
Resin
Artist
SKE
Title of artwork
100 Balles et un Mars !
Signature
Hand signed
Edition
18/30
Year
2025
Condition
Excellent condition
Height
17 cm
Width
30 cm
Depth
8 cm
