Sweetlove, William | Cloned Schnauzer with water bottle, 2019 — available on Composition Gallery

Recycled plastic - Available in blue, red, pink, black, white and orange

Cloned Schnauzer with Water Bottle by William Sweetlove, created in 2019, is a vibrant, whimsical sculpture made from recycled plastic. The artwork depicts a life-sized Schnauzer, entirely colored in bold blue, carrying a water bottle strapped to its back and wearing rubber boots on its paws. This playful piece is part of Sweetlove's environmental-themed series, emphasizing themes of survival and adaptation in the face of ecological challenges. The exaggerated accessories on the dog convey a humorous yet thought-provoking message about the necessity of preparedness in an uncertain future. Available in multiple colors, this sculpture bridges humor and environmental awareness through its imaginative form and recycled material.

William Sweetlove (Belgium, 1949) is a contemporary sculptor and member of the Cracking Art Group. His vibrant, often oversized animal sculptures, crafted from recycled materials, address themes of environmental sustainability and climate change. Sweetlove's works have been exhibited internationally, emphasizing the impact of human activity on nature.

William Sweetlove

Cloned Schnauzer with water bottle, 2019

Name: Cloned Schnauzer with water bottle, 2019
SKU: 10421
Price: 600.00 EUR
Availability: InStock

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Sculpture / Object

Sculpture / ObjectA sculpture is a three-dimension object made using any one of the basic sculpting processes. These include carving, casting, constructing or modeling. Carving materials may be bone, ivory, stone or wood. Modeling and casting use clay or wax, while constructions glue materials together.

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Plastic

PlasticPlastic is a material made from synthetic or organic compounds that can be molded into various shapes. It became a popular medium for artwork in the 20th century. Plastics can be cut, shaped, assembled, and painted with acrylics, making them versatile for creating new objects and art forms.

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Art is not a message, art is art, but if you have a message, why not?
- William Sweetlove

William Sweetlove (b. 1949 Belgium) is a Belgian contemporary artist known for his thought-provoking and humorous sculptures that often address themes of consumerism, environmental issues, and the human impact on nature. Sweetlove’s work is characterized by his use of vibrant colors, enlarged everyday objects, and a playful, surreal aesthetic. He is best known for his series of brightly colored animal sculptures, particularly dogs, penguins, and turtles, often depicted with water bottles, boots, or other accessories attached to them. These whimsical yet poignant sculptures are part of his collaboration with the Cracking Art Group, a collective that uses recycled plastic to create artworks with an ecological message. Sweetlove’s art serves as a commentary on the excesses of modern society and the urgent need for sustainability, while also engaging viewers with its accessible and humorous approach. His work has been exhibited internationally, and he is recognized as an important figure in contemporary ecological art, blending environmental activism with pop art sensibilities. (Artist website)

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Kitsch is a term used to describe cheap, commercial, sentimental, or vulgar art and objects commonly associated with popular culture. The word is borrowed from German, where it originally means trash. Since the 1920s, kitsch has been used to denote the opposite of high art, often implying that the work lacks sophistication or artistic merit.

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