Venus di Meritte
Title
Venus di Meritte
Year
2024
Classification
Unique
Medium Type
Photography
Medium/Materials
Digital photograph print on aluminum mounted on dibond
Dimensions
40 Ã 40 cm
Availability
For sale
Price
3950 EUR
Provenance
Originally acquired by Borgia, Inc. Published by Galleries Borgia and Artist Bruce Meritte Šī¸ artPhone
Signature
Signed and dated on the verso by the artist.
Exhibition History
artPhone x Galleries Borgia + Bruce Meritte for Artsy
Venus di Meritte:
Bruce Meritte's playful reinterpretation of Botticelli's masterpiece, titled "Birth of Venus (de merrite)," humorously transports the Renaissance goddess into the digital age. Known for his eclectic career and passion for images, Meritte infuses this piece with humor and cultural commentary. In this "artPhone" series installment, Botticelli's Venus is depicted taking a mirror selfie, with her camera phone pointed directly at the viewer. The cheeky title, "de merrite," suggests a playful veneration of the artist himself, adding a layer of modern irony to the classical scene. By blending the timeless beauty of Venus with a contemporary twist, Meritte invites viewers to reflect on how technology reshapes our engagement with art and beauty.
Firmly rooted in the contemporary art scene, Meritte's work echoes the rebellious spirit of street art and graffiti, which often use humor and satire to critique modern society. By reimagining Botticelli's Venus in a context that speaks to today's selfie culture, Meritte disrupts the traditional art experience, making it more accessible and relatable. This fusion of classic and contemporary not only showcases Meritte's talent for blending different artistic influences but also underscores his ability to provoke thought and laughter simultaneously. "Birth of Venus (de merrite)" exemplifies how Meritte, like street artists, uses his work to challenge viewers, urging them to rethink the intersections of art, technology, and everyday life.
Bruce Meritte's playful reinterpretation of Botticelli's masterpiece, titled "Birth of Venus (de merrite)," humorously transports the Renaissance goddess into the digital age. Known for his eclectic career and passion for images, Meritte infuses this piece with humor and cultural commentary. In this "artPhone" series installment, Botticelli's Venus is depicted taking a mirror selfie, with her camera phone pointed directly at the viewer. The cheeky title, "de merrite," suggests a playful veneration of the artist himself, adding a layer of modern irony to the classical scene. By blending the timeless beauty of Venus with a contemporary twist, Meritte invites viewers to reflect on how technology reshapes our engagement with art and beauty.
Firmly rooted in the contemporary art scene, Meritte's work echoes the rebellious spirit of street art and graffiti, which often use humor and satire to critique modern society. By reimagining Botticelli's Venus in a context that speaks to today's selfie culture, Meritte disrupts the traditional art experience, making it more accessible and relatable. This fusion of classic and contemporary not only showcases Meritte's talent for blending different artistic influences but also underscores his ability to provoke thought and laughter simultaneously. "Birth of Venus (de merrite)" exemplifies how Meritte, like street artists, uses his work to challenge viewers, urging them to rethink the intersections of art, technology, and everyday life.
