Vanessa Fodera (1981) - Rolex GMT Master II · Playmobil XXL TIME IS MONEY

Vanessa Foderà (1981) – TIME IS MONEY #26 – GMT MASTER II – Playmobil XXL 65 cm Discover TIME IS MONEY #26, a creation by French artist Vanessa Foderà – ARTOYS DESIGNER, from her series devoted to the world of luxury, watchmaking and Pop Art culture. Made from a commercial 65 cm Playmobil XXL base, this work has been fully transformed and personalized in the artist’s studio. For this piece numbered #26, Vanessa Foderà humorously and playfully revisits the visual universe of the GMT-Master II, in a composition dominated by deep green, black, white and golden accents. The TIME IS MONEY series confronts the imaginary world of the iconic childhood toy with the contemporary codes of luxury, design and horology. This artistic creation is independent and produced in a spirit of détournement and parody, without collaboration, affiliation or authorization from Rolex or Playmobil. The brands and signs depicted are reference elements integrated into the artistic composition. Production and techniques The base is prepared through several stages of sanding, surface prep, and professional priming before coloring. The artist combines different mixed media techniques: - professional paints, manual finishing work, decorative details, rhinestones, mixed techniques. This technique yields particularly precise graphics, intense colors, and excellent definition of small details, while integrating them into the overall composition of the artwork. The piece then receives several coats of glossy protective varnish, adding depth, uniformity and protection to the finish. The helmet, jacket, sleeves, shoes and various graphic elements have been worked on to create a visually strong piece from every angle. Specifications Artist: Vanessa Foderà Series: TIME IS MONEY Artwork number: #26 Style: Pop Art / Custom Art / Contemporary art Support: transformed commercial Playmobil XXL base Dimensions: approximately 65 cm tall × 35 cm wide Technique: mixed media, paint and UV-DTF graphic transfers Finish: glossy protective varnish Signature: hand-signed by the artist Authentication: certificate of authenticity provided With its imposing dimensions and glossy finish, this creation can be displayed in a contemporary interior as well as in an office, showroom, store, or space dedicated to an art or watch collection. It is aimed at Pop Art enthusiasts, contemporary design fans, horology lovers and collectors of customized XXL Playmobil. Comparable Vanessa Foderà pieces are offered by ARTOYS DESIGNER around €2,590, depending on the model and level of customization. Biography Born in 1981, Vanessa Foderà develops an artistic universe nourished by graffiti, urban culture, advertising, fashion and iconic objects of contemporary society. Influenced by 1990s counterculture and Street Art, she gradually leans toward Pop Art, appreciating the encounter between art, design, advertising and everyday objects. Her work mainly rests on the artistic détournement of popular objects and instantly recognizable symbols. Fashion, automotive, horology, music and popular culture thus become starting points for colorful, humorous and deliberately offbeat compositions. Artist’s note: "Art is admiration frozen in time." — Vanessa Foderà Shipping The artwork will be carefully protected and packaged for transport. Shipping available to France, the European Union and internationally, depending on the destination, via UPS, Mondial Relay, Colissimo or an equivalent carrier. The signed certificate of authenticity will be included with the artwork. The rotating illuminated base sometimes visible in certain photographs is not included in the lot and can be offered separately on request.

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