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The hippo was just pearfect (Bronze Sculpture, Small) Sculpture - Limited Edition of 40

Gillie and Marc Schattner

Australia

Sculpture, Bronze on Bronze

Size: 9.8 W x 11 H x 5.9 D in

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This authentic bronze sculpture titled 'The hippo was just pearfect' by artists Gillie and Marc has been meticulously crafted in bronze with gold patina . This sculpture features a hippo standing on a pear and comes in a limited-edition series of only 40. Across different cultures, the pear represents fertility, wisdom, and health. This incredible ‘water horse’ may seem indestructible with its gigantic mouth and massive bulk but the hippo is threatened by habitat loss, seeing its home being destroyed piece by piece as humans move in. But now that this hippo has found the ancient power of the pear, it will be able to move back into the world with added strength and virility, bringing hope and love for the entire species. This authentic bronze sculpture has been crafted by artistic duo - Gillie and Marc, who are New York and Sydney-based contemporary artists that collaborate to create artworks as one. The artists are best known for their iconic, pop art characters 'Dogman and Rabbitwoman' (the human and animal hybrids), who tell the autobiographical tale of two opposites coming together to become best friends and soulmates, proving everything is possible through love. As well as their original modern artworks, authentic bronze sculptures and wall art prints, Gillie and Marc have become loved for their famous and monumental public artworks. Examples can be seen in New York, London and Sydney. Garnering almost 30 prestigious awards for their work over the last 20 years throughout the USA, Australia, France, UK and Italy, Gillie and Marc's work continues to be admired and valued across the globe… and maybe in your home, too! Purchase this artwork direct from the artists.

DETAILS AND DIMENSIONS
Sculpture:

Bronze on Bronze

Artist Produced Limited Edition of:

40

Size:

9.8 W x 11 H x 5.9 D in

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Gillie and Marc have been called “the most successful and prolific creators of public art in New York’s History” by the New York Times. Creating some of the world’s most innovative public sculptures, Gillie and Marc are re-defining what public art should be, spreading messages of love, equality, and conservation around the world. Their highly coveted sculptures and paintings can be seen in art galleries and public sites in over 250 cities. They’re Archibald Prize Finalists and have won the Chianciano Biennale in Italy, together with winning 2 years in a row People’s Choice Award in Sydney’s Sculpture by the Sea, among other notable awards and accolades. Referred to by the media as “the world’s most loving artists”, this artistic duo has worked side by side for 27 years, creating art as one and spreading the love they have for each other with the world. The artists first met on a film shoot in Hong Kong and 7-days later they ran away to Nepal to get married on the foothills of Mount Everest. They’ve been inseparable ever since. The artists are best known for their beloved characters, Rabbitwoman and Dogman, who tell the autobiographical tale of two opposites coming together to become best friends and soul mates. As unlikely animal kingdom companions, the Rabbit and the Dog stand for diversity and acceptance through love. Gillie and Marc believe art is a powerful platform for change. Their art is multi-disciplinary, paying homage to the importance of togetherness, as well as the magnificence of the natural world, and the necessity of preserving it – for we are it, and it is us. Gillie and Marc have a special spiritual connection to the world and its animals and are passionate eco-warriors. Gillie grew up in Zambia and realised her love for art by sketching all the wonderful wildlife that surrounded her, falling in love with the captivating creatures with each drawing she created. Tragically, she saw an elephant brutally shot one day. This had a profound impact on her as a young child and from then on she vowed to dedicate her life and work to protecting Earth’s innocent animals. While in his twenties, Marc fell in love with conservation on a trip to Tanzania to see the work of Jane Goodall with chimpanzees. Learning from this incredible woman and the beautiful chimps, he gained a deep appreciation of all living things in their interconnectivity, and the importance of protecting the delicate balance of nature.

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