Created By
Konstantin Bessmertny
Oil on canvas
Curator
Artbridger Curator
"Be Fabulous" by Bessmertny masterfully navigates the intersection of history and satire, inviting viewers into a multi-layered exploration of revolutionary ideals and contemporary cultural commentary. The juxtaposition of Bakunin's iconic presence against a backdrop of whimsical slogans and intricate sketches creates a visual dialogue that challenges traditional notions of heroism and societal norms. Bessmertny's meticulous attention to detail, from the intricate patterns to the subtle color palette, underscores the complexity of his message, urging viewers to contemplate the enduring relevance of radical figures in shaping our understanding of identity and rebellion.
Featured at Volta Basel by Artbridger as part of the BK SIGG COLLECTION "Technically Collecting," Bessmertny’s "BE FABULOUS" is a tour de force of painterly wit and conceptual depth. This monumental canvas is a riot of color, iconography, and sly humor-a visual tapestry that both seduces and challenges. At first glance, "BE FABULOUS" dazzles with its exuberant composition and lush surface. But linger, and the painting reveals a labyrinth of references: from art history to pop culture, from the follies of consumerism to the eternal quest for meaning. Bessmertny’s deft hand and irreverent eye transform the canvas into a stage where the fabulous and the farcical collide. It’s a work that embodies the spirit of "Technically Collecting"-questioning, celebrating, and subverting the very act of collecting itself. At first glance, "BE FABULOUS" captivates with its exuberant composition and lush surface. Linger, and the painting reveals a labyrinth of references: from art history to pop culture, from the follies of consumerism to the eternal quest for meaning. Bessmertny’s deft hand and irreverent eye transform the canvas into a stage where the fabulous and the farcical collide. It’s a work that embodies the spirit of "Technically Collecting"—questioning, celebrating, and subverting the very act of collecting itself, while reminding us of the enduring power of revolutionary figures like Bakunin and the moments that made them legends.
Created By
Konstantin Bessmertny
201 x 200 cm | 79 x 79 in
2013
