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| Dimensions | 1 × 75 × 50 cm |
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| The Deconstruction of Idyll: Marriage and the Prism of Reality | 75×50 cm / Original Lady Kunst / Certificate of Authenticity / Limited edition, 3 of a kind pieces |
€1,700.00
In “The Deconstruction of Idyll: Marriage and the Prism of Reality,” the artist presents us with a scene that, at first glance, evokes a vibrant, almost dreamlike fantasy, only to subvert it with elements of harsh reality and disturbing symbolism. The work is a powerful meditation on the expectations and complexities of life as a couple, using the artist’s own image as a lens to explore these narratives.
The composition is dominated by a resplendent rainbow in a dramatic sky, a universal symbol of hope, promise, and the ethereal. This idyllic backdrop contrasts sharply with the figure of the artist in the foreground, whose expression is contemplative and nuanced. Her attire—a shiny silk corset or top and long black gloves—evokes a mixture of classic glamour and a certain drama, suggesting a performance or role-playing.
At the center of the visual attention, a watermelon is presented violently broken, its insides exposed and its seeds scattered. The watermelon, often associated with sweetness, fertility, or summer, here becomes a symbol of something that has been fragmented, possibly a broken promise or a disillusioned reality. The tools (hammers or axes) that accompany it suggest a deliberate act of rupture or deconstruction. The arrangement on a vibrant lawn adds a layer of surrealism to the scene.
“The Deconstruction of Idyll” invites the viewer to look beyond the surface of what is perceived as perfect or desirable. Through this shocking and symbolic imagery, the artist explores themes such as the fragility of relationships, the confrontation of illusions, and the search for authenticity amid social pressures. It is a work that challenges us to look closely at the cracks beneath the veneer of happiness and to recognize the complexity inherent in the human experience. The piece thus becomes a powerful statement about the truth that lies behind the facades, inviting us to reflect more deeply on the meaning of “married life” in the contemporary context.
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ABOUT LADY KUNST
Lady Kunst’s work is a mixture of apathy, courage and desperation. For Lady Kunst, life is a theater in which we are all protagonists. Lady Kunst’s work focuses on political and commercial aspects, making a severe criticism of the current values of society, especially luxury, consumption and advertising.
Art is revolution
“My work is a mixture of apathy, courage and desperation. In order better represent the political issues of the society, I had created the fictional figure of Lady Kunst.“
Jacqueline Delaye has a multidisciplinary background based in social studies and arts. She studied Social Anthropology in Mexico city. Cinema and Tv in Barcelona and Art and Culture Management in Paris. She worked as a video artist and documentary filmmaker around Europe.
After living in different countries like USA, England, France, Spain, Italy and México Jacqueline moved to Berlin, Germany her home since 15 years.
in 2019 she moved for 4 years to the archipelago Azores, on the island of Sao Miguel, in order to take the inspiration of nature. Now she came back to the great city of Berlin to keep breathing the inspiration of human society.
I started in the art world when I was 19 years old. I had already taken photography courses and I was amazed by the visual and social part of the city where I lived, Mexico City, full of contrasts in both socioeconomic and visual aspects. I wanted to show the world the reality in which the lower class of Mexicans live, a place between hope and death. For this reason I decided to take the camera as my means of expression. I had the opportunity to work in different commercial audiovisual productions (advertising, independent films).
At the age of 21, I went to the city of Barcelona to do my audiovisual studies where I had the opportunity to be inspired by the best independent filmmakers and artistic currents. My work is a mixture of apathy, courage and desperation. In order better represent the political issues of the society, I had created the fictional figure of Lady Kunst.
For me life is a film in which we are all protagonists.
My work focuses on political, social and commercial aspects. As a Mexican, I could not close my eyes to social injustices and corruption, especially in the area of politics.
Art is revolution
| Dimensions | 1 × 75 × 50 cm |
|---|---|
| The Deconstruction of Idyll: Marriage and the Prism of Reality | 75×50 cm / Original Lady Kunst / Certificate of Authenticity / Limited edition, 3 of a kind pieces |
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