Tom Sachs – Too darn hot, 2022 – Screen-print

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13 color screen print with a semi-gloss varnish on heavy weight 600gsm Somerset Tub Sized Satin paper - Numbered of a limited edition of 1337 copies - A rubber stamp in its centre denotes the prints' specific number within the overall edition. There's also a QR code printed in UV ink that connects each print with the original Too Darn Hot NFT metadata on the blockchain. - QR code sticker on the reverse links to a unique token an NFT which serves as a certificate of authenticity for the print it connects with.

Tom Sachs’s Too Darn Hot (2022) is a vibrant, conceptual screen-print that blends pop culture, consumerism, and digital technology. The artwork features a rocket, adorned with various branded elements like Chanel, Cup Noodles, and Trojan, creating a playful yet critical commentary on commercialism and brand identity. The rocket's design, rendered in bold, flat colors, stands out against the neutral background, emphasizing its graphic style reminiscent of comic book illustrations. This 13-color screen-print incorporates a semi-gloss varnish on heavyweight Somerset Tub Sized Satin paper, giving it a polished finish. Each print in the limited edition of 1,337 is numbered and stamped with a unique rubber stamp indicating its place in the series. A QR code, printed in UV ink and located on the reverse, links the print to its associated NFT metadata on the blockchain, bridging the physical and digital realms while certifying its authenticity.

Tom Sachs (USA, 1966) is a contemporary artist renowned for his 'bricolage' sculptures that reimagine modern icons using everyday materials. His notable works include recreations of NASA spacecraft and collaborations with Nike. Sachs' art has been exhibited globally, with pieces in major institutions like the Museum of Modern Art and the Guggenheim Museum in New York.

Tom Sachs

Too darn hot, 2022

Name: Too darn hot, 2022
Brand: Tom Sachs
SKU: 12574
Price: 2300.00 EUR
Availability: InStock

Form

Limited Edition Print

Limited Edition PrintA limited edition print is one of a number of prints made at the same time from one printmaking plate. A fixed number are made and signed by the artist, indicating the printing order, using the format 1/10, meaning first of ten prints.

Medium

Screen-print

Screen-printScreen printing is a technique where ink is transferred through a mesh onto a substrate, with areas blocked by a stencil to prevent ink from passing through. This method, also known as serigraphy or silkscreen printing, is commonly used to produce prints on posters, T-shirts, vinyl, stickers, wood, and other materials. The process is a type of stencil printing, allowing for vibrant, detailed designs on various surfaces.

Edition

Edition of 1337

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The reward for good work is more work.
- Tom Sachs

Tom Sachs (b. 1966 USA) is an American contemporary artist known for his unique approach to sculpture and installation, which often involves meticulously handcrafted recreations of iconic objects and structures using everyday materials. Sachs’ work is characterized by a DIY aesthetic, where he combines elements of engineering, design, and art to create pieces that reflect themes of consumer culture, technology, and space exploration. One of his most famous projects is Space Program, a series of installations that replicate NASA missions, complete with life-sized models of spacecraft, equipment, and even simulations of lunar missions, all constructed from materials like plywood, foam core, and glue. Sachs often infuses his work with irony and critique, questioning the fetishization of brands, the role of technology in society, and the myths of American exceptionalism. His practice is as much about the process as the final product, with a focus on the labor and craftsmanship involved in creation. Sachs’ work has been exhibited in major museums and galleries around the world, making him a significant figure in contemporary art. (Artist website)

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