Patrycja Mroczkowska - Moby Dick
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Patrycja Mroczkowska’s Moby Dick is a 3D Pop‑Art wall sculpture in mixed media on wood with resin, dated 2026, 41 cm wide by 69 cm high by 2 cm deep, weighing 3 kg, originating from Poland, hand‑signed and in pristine condition.
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Moby Dick – Space, Depth, and Pop-Art
A Tale from the Depths
Where does the horizon of human imagination end, and the boundless, shimmering ocean begin? In Herman Melville’s literary myth, he gave life to the legendary white whale—a symbol of elusive mystery, the power of nature, and the ancient struggle of man against the elements. In Patrycja Mroczkowska’s vision, this mythical giant flows straight from the pages of the novel into the contemporary, pulsating world of pop art. But it is no longer merely a terror to sailors, but a fairy-tale entry into a hidden dimension. Its back reveals the ridges of frothy waves, and the water fountain explodes with a riot of blues, reminding us that art can suspend the most beautiful movement of the ocean in time. This is a story about a journey into the unknown, where every observer becomes captain of their own imagination.
Artistic qualities and form
The work captivates with a unique, multidimensional composition (3D) that blends the energy of American pop art with modern wall design. The bold, black outlines of the sculpture build a comic-dynamic, and the meticulously designed layers create the illusion of extraordinary depth.
The central element of the composition is the play of light reflections and mirrors, in which the surroundings literally interpenetrate the work—the whale’s eye and the wave bands reflect the space of the gallery or interior in which the sculpture resides. It is an object that lives with the room: it changes its expression depending on the viewing angle and the time of day.
Technical specification and materials
Title: Moby Dick Artist: Patrycja Mroczkowska Technique / Style: 3D Pop-Art / Wall sculpture / Mixed media
Materials:
MDF – precisely cut and shaped base, ensuring durability and stability of the form.
High-quality acrylic glass – used to create glossy, mirrored and transparent layers of waves and the fountain, which give the work a unique, luminous glow.
Intended use: A unique decorative element for modern interiors, living rooms, lofts, and contemporary art gallery collections.
I invite you to bid and bring a fragment of a great artistic adventure into your space!
Shippment well secured (fragile glass option).
Parcel insured.
Please inspect all packages in the presence of the courier, regardless of packaging condition.
I am not responsible for packages not checked in the presence of the courier.
Moby Dick – Space, Depth, and Pop-Art
A Tale from the Depths
Where does the horizon of human imagination end, and the boundless, shimmering ocean begin? In Herman Melville’s literary myth, he gave life to the legendary white whale—a symbol of elusive mystery, the power of nature, and the ancient struggle of man against the elements. In Patrycja Mroczkowska’s vision, this mythical giant flows straight from the pages of the novel into the contemporary, pulsating world of pop art. But it is no longer merely a terror to sailors, but a fairy-tale entry into a hidden dimension. Its back reveals the ridges of frothy waves, and the water fountain explodes with a riot of blues, reminding us that art can suspend the most beautiful movement of the ocean in time. This is a story about a journey into the unknown, where every observer becomes captain of their own imagination.
Artistic qualities and form
The work captivates with a unique, multidimensional composition (3D) that blends the energy of American pop art with modern wall design. The bold, black outlines of the sculpture build a comic-dynamic, and the meticulously designed layers create the illusion of extraordinary depth.
The central element of the composition is the play of light reflections and mirrors, in which the surroundings literally interpenetrate the work—the whale’s eye and the wave bands reflect the space of the gallery or interior in which the sculpture resides. It is an object that lives with the room: it changes its expression depending on the viewing angle and the time of day.
Technical specification and materials
Title: Moby Dick Artist: Patrycja Mroczkowska Technique / Style: 3D Pop-Art / Wall sculpture / Mixed media
Materials:
MDF – precisely cut and shaped base, ensuring durability and stability of the form.
High-quality acrylic glass – used to create glossy, mirrored and transparent layers of waves and the fountain, which give the work a unique, luminous glow.
Intended use: A unique decorative element for modern interiors, living rooms, lofts, and contemporary art gallery collections.
I invite you to bid and bring a fragment of a great artistic adventure into your space!
Shippment well secured (fragile glass option).
Parcel insured.
Please inspect all packages in the presence of the courier, regardless of packaging condition.
I am not responsible for packages not checked in the presence of the courier.
Details
Era
After 2000
Country of origin
Poland
Material
Resin, Wood
Artist
Patrycja Mroczkowska
Title of artwork
Moby Dick
Signature
Hand signed
Year
2026
Condition
Excellent condition
Height
69 cm
Width
41 cm
Depth
2 cm
Weight
3 kg
