Alake Shilling

Jolly Bear

€1,750

Edition of 7526.0 (H) × 10.0 (W) × 23.0 (D) cm

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The familiar and the strange merge exquisitely in Alake Shilling’s inimitable world — welcoming us to reflect on the boundless yet universal nature of human emotion.

The first of four characters in a series curated by Darren Romanelli, Jolly Bear is a sculpture edition made in hand moulded, frit-dyed porcelain.

Medium

Hand moulded, frit-dyed porcelain.

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Arrives with a certificate of authenticity.

Finishing

The artist’s signature is included in the design, while the edition number is etched by hand on the underside of the sculpture.

Release date

April 23, 2021

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Alake Shilling1 collaborationAlake Shilling’s dreamlike creations envelop viewers in comfort and nostalgia. Cast from her unique imagination into vibrant paintings and ceramics, Shilling’s wide-eyed characters - which include dogs, cats, ladybirds, rabbits and even Minnie Mouse - reveal the barefaced expressions of youth. The Chicago Imagists and Californian Funk Art have had a notable impact on the artist, both movements active during the 1960s and 70s and known for their energetic compositions and colour palettes. Shilling is also inspired by contemporary painters such as Ida Ekblad and Rebecca Morris, as well as nature, jazz, cartoon characters and the children’s stationery designer Lisa Frank. Combining such disparate influences, the works manifest an enthralling childhood daydream at the cusp of melancholy and joy.

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I was lucky enough to have been invited to see the creation of this piece of work back in June and met the fantastic Miwa so seeing this print now is just fantastic. The colours are every bit as vibrant as the original.
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