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Edition of 9 pieces (In 3 different colors, 3 piece of each) - Tyvek and polyurethane - Signed on the certificate

Gate of Hell (Red) by Sylvie Fleury is a striking tapestry created in 2017, blending the symbolic with the aesthetic in a minimalist yet powerful form. Made from Tyvek and polyurethane, this textile artwork features a cascading white backdrop adorned with a bold pattern of red flames rising from the bottom edge. The flames, rendered in a stylized, elongated form, evoke both strength and intensity, contrasting sharply with the simplicity of the white background. Fleury, known for her exploration of consumer culture and symbolism, may be invoking themes of passion, danger, or transformation. This piece, part of a limited edition of nine in three color variations, encapsulates Fleury's distinctive approach to material and visual impact.

Sylvie Fleury (Switzerland, 1961) is a contemporary artist known for blending Pop Art and feminism. Her works often recontextualize luxury goods, fashion, and consumer culture, using humor and critique to explore themes of desire, identity, and societal values.

Sylvie Fleury

Gate of hell (red), 2017

Name: Gate of hell (red), 2017
SKU: 7067
Price: 6000.00 EUR
Availability: InStock

Form

Tapestry

Tapestry Tapestry is a woven form of textile. It is generally heavy, and the completed work has a decorative pattern, design or realistic depiction of a portrait or real life activities. Tapestries were hung on castle walls and behind thrones as symbols of royal authority.

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Textile

TextileTextile refers to a flexible material made by weaving, felting, crocheting, knitting, or knotting long strands of natural or synthetic yarn or thread. Textile artists often create their own materials or use selected textiles in fabric art compositions, incorporating a wide range of textures and patterns.

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Edition of 9

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Edition of 9 pieces (In 3 different colors, 3 piece of each) - Tyvek and polyurethane - Signed on the certificate

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Sylvie Fleury (b. 1961 Switzerland) is a Swiss contemporary artist known for her provocative and glamorous works that explore the intersections of fashion, consumerism, and feminism. Fleury's art often critiques the superficiality and allure of luxury goods and popular culture, using elements like high-end shopping bags, cosmetics, and cars as both subjects and materials in her work. Her installations and sculptures are characterized by their bright colors, glossy finishes, and playful yet critical approach to the commodification of femininity. Fleury's work challenges traditional notions of art and beauty, often blurring the lines between high and low culture. By appropriating symbols of consumer culture, she invites viewers to reflect on the power dynamics and societal expectations surrounding gender and consumption. Her work has been widely exhibited and continues to be a significant voice in contemporary art, particularly in discussions on gender and materialism.(Artist website)

Artwork by Shepard Fairey

What is appropriation?

Appropriation in art involves using pre-existing images or objects with little or no modification. This technique has played a significant role across various art forms, including visual arts, music, performance, and literature. In visual arts, appropriation refers to the practice of adopting, sampling, recycling, or borrowing elements—or even entire forms—of existing visual culture, integrating them into new works to create meaning or critique.

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Sylvie Fleury

Gate of hell (red), 2017

300 x 140 cm

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