Louis Dourand - Object of Desire

On a concrete base, emblem of solidity and concreteness, stands a black joystick, a symbol of gaming, control, and illusion.
The work transforms a contemporary pop culture icon into a silent sculpture, stripping it of its original function to give it a new meaning: that of power, the desire for dominance, and escape from reality.
In the contrast between static cement and the smooth, shiny surface of the joystick, a reflection emerges on the relationship between man and technology, between impulse and control, between reality and simulation.
An everyday object that becomes a totem of our time, a tangible memory of a digital age.


Technique: resin and marble powder, metallic gilding, cement base.

Measurements: 30 x 20 x 10 cm

Year: 2025

Limited edition of 100 units, with the edition number assigned randomly.

Emerging and original artist, Louis Dourand has gained recognition for his unmistakable style, which blends street art, pop art, and a keen reflection on mass culture.
Also known for collaboration with Santicri, Dourand reinterprets contemporary icons with a powerful visual sensibility and a strongly current aesthetic.
Within his works, there are sometimes references to brands of excellence such as Rolex, Louis Vuitton, Lego, Porsche, Cartier, or Pokémon, used as symbols of global visual culture and reinterpreted in a critical or evocative manner. His creations engage with an international audience and are increasingly sought after by galleries and collectors.
reinterpret contemporary aesthetics