Santicri (1992) - Fucking World





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Santicri (born 1992) created the sculpture titled “Fucking World” in 2020, made of resin with marble powder, measuring 37 cm high by 12 cm wide and 12 cm deep, an open edition that is hand-signed and originates from Italy.
Description from the seller
Santicri has participated in numerous internationally renowned art exhibitions. Among the most significant, in 2022 he exhibited 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
Dimensions: H37 x L12 x P12 cm
Condition: new
Certificate of authenticity - hand-signed
Edition: Open edition
Limited edition SOLD OUT
The sculpture is a blend of symbolism and irony that captures the viewer’s attention and invites reflection on various levels of meaning.
Firstly, the gesture of the raised hand with the middle finger raised is universally recognized as a sign of defiance 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 frustration or dissent toward aspects of our contemporary world.
The use of this sculpture to represent the world itself, with the planet Earth resting on the middle finger, adds an additional layer of meaning. It could be interpreted as a critique of global challenges and socio-political tensions we face, or as a warning about the fragility of our planet. The hand, in this context, assumes 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 boldness 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 capable of eliciting a wide range of reactions and discussions, just as many contemporary artworks strive to do.
Born in 1992 in Macerata, Marche, the Italian artist followed a path that, through studies in surveying and architecture, led him to collaborate with a resin sculpture artisan. There arose an ever-stronger need to find himself and unleash his creativity.
His works are sold worldwide, collaborating with galleries in Italy and Europe.
His art is widely appreciated and cannot be missing among collectors of street art, pop art, and contemporary art paintings and sculptures.
"It is never easy to classify one's art; I try to convey what my eyes see, my way of perceiving what surrounds me, and I rework it with a design that suits modern times: impactful and memorable."
Seller's Story
Santicri has participated in numerous internationally renowned art exhibitions. Among the most significant, in 2022 he exhibited 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
Dimensions: H37 x L12 x P12 cm
Condition: new
Certificate of authenticity - hand-signed
Edition: Open edition
Limited edition SOLD OUT
The sculpture is a blend of symbolism and irony that captures the viewer’s attention and invites reflection on various levels of meaning.
Firstly, the gesture of the raised hand with the middle finger raised is universally recognized as a sign of defiance 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 frustration or dissent toward aspects of our contemporary world.
The use of this sculpture to represent the world itself, with the planet Earth resting on the middle finger, adds an additional layer of meaning. It could be interpreted as a critique of global challenges and socio-political tensions we face, or as a warning about the fragility of our planet. The hand, in this context, assumes 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 boldness 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 capable of eliciting a wide range of reactions and discussions, just as many contemporary artworks strive to do.
Born in 1992 in Macerata, Marche, the Italian artist followed a path that, through studies in surveying and architecture, led him to collaborate with a resin sculpture artisan. There arose an ever-stronger need to find himself and unleash his creativity.
His works are sold worldwide, collaborating with galleries in Italy and Europe.
His art is widely appreciated and cannot be missing among collectors of street art, pop art, and contemporary art paintings and sculptures.
"It is never easy to classify one's art; I try to convey what my eyes see, my way of perceiving what surrounds me, and I rework it with a design that suits modern times: impactful and memorable."

