SKE - 100 Balles et un Mars !

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SKE presents a resin sculpture titled '100 Balles et un Mars!' (2025), edition 19/30, hand-signed with a certificate of authenticity, measuring 30 cm wide, 17 cm high and 8 cm deep, in excellent condition.

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- Signed/numbered artwork, provided with a certificate of authenticity.
- Number 19/30
- Description: resin banknote sculpture representing a 100 Franc banknote. Scratch/UV-resistant varnish
- The folded banknote stands upright and gives the impression of “floating” with a superb guaranteed effect
- HAND-FINISHED “Sculpture made for commercial purposes, hand-touched by the artist SKE”

- The artist’s note: Do you remember that cult line from the 80s-90s? Here is an original contemporary work inspired by that popular expression: an artistic and nostalgic wink, bringing together the mythical 100 Francs Delacroix note and the iconic Mars chocolate bar!
Ideal for lovers of contemporary art, vintage souvenir collectors, or fans of offbeat humor!
A bold pop work ready to add an original retro touch to your interior decor. Treat yourself to more than “100 bucks and a Mars”: treat yourself to a piece that tells an entire era!

- ARTIST BIO:
SKE is a self-taught French artist and all-rounder who grew up in the 80s/90s culture, 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 a double meaning, blend the raw energy of street art with the visual impact of pop art.

After an exceptional 2025, SKE’s value has risen notably. Winner of the first prize in the Urban Master contest (2023), then named Revelation 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, solidifying his place on the contemporary art scene. In parallel, SKE also makes his mark in the digital art market, a major trend of the last two years, boosting the appeal of his creations among collectors.

Icons of popular culture, bold graphics and texture play define a style now indispensable.

SKE is undoubtedly an artist to follow, to start or enrich a collection with rising value.

Celebrated & Awarded Artist – Pop Art & Contemporary Street Art

A UNIVERSE BETWEEN HERITAGE AND MODERNITY
SKE’s work is part of 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 classics, not hesitating to reinterpret the Mona Lisa by Leonardo da Vinci, Vermeer’s Girl with a Pearl Earring, Hokusai’s The Great Wave, or Picasso’s deconstructed forms to pair them with a modern urban aesthetic close to Mr Brainwash or Kaws.

POP CULTURE & NOSTALGIA
Drawing on the collective imagination, SKE manipulates icons of our childhood. He stages the Disney universe with figures like Mickey or Pinocchio, and the symbolic avarice of Scrooge McDuck. The influence of gaming, comics and anime is omnipresent: from the Nintendo universe and the mythical Game Boy, to Pokémon creatures (Pikachu, Charizard, Ash), and Marvel superheroes. SKE crystallizes these memories in the manner 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 beside logos of luxury and fashion. His canvases capture the “Hype” aesthetic: the sneaker world (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 forgetting mass consumer icons like Coca-Cola. It's vibrant art, with textured finishes evoking the glossy finish of Jeff Koons or the facets of Richard Orlinski.

This artwork is ideal for enriching a collection or bringing a dynamic touch to your interior.

- Signed/numbered artwork, provided with a certificate of authenticity.
- Number 19/30
- Description: resin banknote sculpture representing a 100 Franc banknote. Scratch/UV-resistant varnish
- The folded banknote stands upright and gives the impression of “floating” with a superb guaranteed effect
- HAND-FINISHED “Sculpture made for commercial purposes, hand-touched by the artist SKE”

- The artist’s note: Do you remember that cult line from the 80s-90s? Here is an original contemporary work inspired by that popular expression: an artistic and nostalgic wink, bringing together the mythical 100 Francs Delacroix note and the iconic Mars chocolate bar!
Ideal for lovers of contemporary art, vintage souvenir collectors, or fans of offbeat humor!
A bold pop work ready to add an original retro touch to your interior decor. Treat yourself to more than “100 bucks and a Mars”: treat yourself to a piece that tells an entire era!

- ARTIST BIO:
SKE is a self-taught French artist and all-rounder who grew up in the 80s/90s culture, 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 a double meaning, blend the raw energy of street art with the visual impact of pop art.

After an exceptional 2025, SKE’s value has risen notably. Winner of the first prize in the Urban Master contest (2023), then named Revelation 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, solidifying his place on the contemporary art scene. In parallel, SKE also makes his mark in the digital art market, a major trend of the last two years, boosting the appeal of his creations among collectors.

Icons of popular culture, bold graphics and texture play define a style now indispensable.

SKE is undoubtedly an artist to follow, to start or enrich a collection with rising value.

Celebrated & Awarded Artist – Pop Art & Contemporary Street Art

A UNIVERSE BETWEEN HERITAGE AND MODERNITY
SKE’s work is part of 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 classics, not hesitating to reinterpret the Mona Lisa by Leonardo da Vinci, Vermeer’s Girl with a Pearl Earring, Hokusai’s The Great Wave, or Picasso’s deconstructed forms to pair them with a modern urban aesthetic close to Mr Brainwash or Kaws.

POP CULTURE & NOSTALGIA
Drawing on the collective imagination, SKE manipulates icons of our childhood. He stages the Disney universe with figures like Mickey or Pinocchio, and the symbolic avarice of Scrooge McDuck. The influence of gaming, comics and anime is omnipresent: from the Nintendo universe and the mythical Game Boy, to Pokémon creatures (Pikachu, Charizard, Ash), and Marvel superheroes. SKE crystallizes these memories in the manner 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 beside logos of luxury and fashion. His canvases capture the “Hype” aesthetic: the sneaker world (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 forgetting mass consumer icons like Coca-Cola. It's vibrant art, with textured finishes evoking the glossy finish of Jeff Koons or the facets of Richard Orlinski.

This artwork 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
19/30
Year
2025
Condition
Excellent condition
Height
17 cm
Width
30 cm
Depth
8 cm
FranceVerified
1166
Objects sold
100%
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