BUTTERFLY KID (BOY) III (2018) by Yinka Shonibare

BUTTERFLY KID (BOY) III - Yinka Shonibare - 2018

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TitleBUTTERFLY KID (BOY) III
ArtistYinka Shonibare
Date2018
Art MovementContemporary

About BUTTERFLY KID (BOY) III

“BUTTERFLY KID (BOY) III,” created in 2018 by artist Yinka Shonibare, is a sculpture situated within the contemporary art movement. The artwork presents a multifaceted and imaginative approach, characteristic of Shonibare’s thematic explorations.

The artwork depicts a figure of a boy adorned in an eclectic, vibrant outfit composed of intricate patterns and vivid colors. The figure sports butterfly wings, indicating a fusion of human and insect elements, indicative of Shonibare’s penchant for blending various cultural and natural motifs. The boy is attired in a multi-colored jacket and shorts, complemented by purple socks and brown boots. His head is replaced with a smooth, dark globe, adding a surreal quality to the ensemble. The poised stance and the outward stretch of the arms convey a sense of balance and motion, enhancing the dynamic essence of the sculpture. This thoughtful composition invites viewers to ponder notions of identity, transformation, and hybridity.

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