The artwork entitled “Soap Stars” was created by the artist Erro in 2008. It is part of the Pop Art movement and is categorized as a figurative piece.
The artwork presents an elaborate composition with a vibrant and dynamic use of color, characteristic of the Pop Art movement. Central to the piece are two large, muscular hands gripping a handgun and a bar of soap with brass knuckles, which immediately draws the viewer’s attention. Above the hands, within a proscenium arch resembling a theatrical stage, two comically exaggerated characters engage in what appears to be a dramatic confrontation. The background teems with a multitude of characters, each depicted in an exaggerated, cartoon-like manner, suggesting an amalgamation of personalities from soap operas or popular culture. The scene is imbued with a sense of theatricality and satire, reflecting Erro’s distinctive style.