William Sweetlove – Gratful Dead Dancing Bear, 2023 – Resin

William Sweetlove's Dancing Bear of Grateful Harmony is a 150cm high (5ft) tribute to the Grateful Dead, exuding the band's spirit with vibrant, psychedelic colors. The sculpture features a bear with the word LOVE on its base, symbolizing the band's legacy of peace and unity, encapsulated in a playful dance of joy and color

Grateful Dead Dancing Bear by William Sweetlove is a vibrant sculpture created in 2023, standing at 150 cm (5 ft) tall. This resin and PU artwork, painted with a two-component technique, pays homage to the iconic imagery associated with the Grateful Dead. The bear is adorned in psychedelic hues, radiating the band's legacy of peace, love, and unity. Positioned on a base with the word LOVE, the sculpture symbolizes harmony and celebration, encapsulating the joyful and freepirited essence of the Grateful Dead. With a playful, dance-like stance, the bear brings a sense of movement and vibrancy, making it a striking centerpiece for any space.

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

Gratful Dead Dancing Bear, 2023

Name: Gratful Dead Dancing Bear, 2023
Brand: William Sweetlove
SKU: 12927
Price: 25000.00 USD
Availability: InStock

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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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Resin

ResinResin can be derived from both natural sources, such as pine sap, and synthetic processes. Natural resin comes from tree sap, while synthetic resin is a type of dense, easily molded plastic. Resin is commonly used in sculpture, and it can also enhance the vibrancy of paint colors.

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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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