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Sir Benjamin Garderen

2064

Artist : Manat
24x19.7x0.8inch

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1 400€

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Artwork painting
Size in inch (Height/Lenght/Width) 24x19.7x0.8
Medium Acrylique paint
Type Unique work
Signature Signed artwork
certificate of authenticity Work sold with a certificate of authenticity
Availability Available at the gallery
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Buy the Painting “Sir Benjamin Garderen” by Manat – A Majestic and Satirical Work

The painting “Sir Benjamin Garderen” by contemporary artist Manat is an acrylic work that is both majestic and intriguing. Measuring 61 x 50 cm, it depicts an anthropomorphic chimpanzee, dressed in a military uniform adorned with buttons and epaulettes, staring at the viewer with a gaze that is as solemn as it is enigmatic.

Manat, known for his satirical portraits where animals serve as ironic mirrors of humanity, delivers here a singular portrait that sits somewhere between caricature and a deeper reflection on power and authority. The chimpanzee, standing tall and formal, adopts a posture worthy of a naval officer or a Napoleonic general. The meticulously detailed jacket, with its metallic buttons and shoulder epaulettes, gives the character an imposing presence—almost comical due to its contrast with the animal nature of the subject.

Manat’s technical precision is remarkable. The texture of the chimpanzee’s fur, the subtle shadows across the folds of the uniform, and the intense depth of the gaze are instantly captivating. The eyes, a rich golden brown, seem to pierce through the canvas, giving the chimpanzee an almost human presence—tinged with melancholy or defiance.

The color palette, dominated by deep blues and subtle grays, heightens the solemn feel of the scene. The discreet but effective lighting accentuates the textures of the uniform and the rugged quality of the animal’s skin, creating a striking contrast between the sophistication of the costume and the raw authenticity of the portrait.

In “Sir Benjamin Garderen,” Manat humorously and gravely questions the trappings of power, the vanity of appearances, and the theatricality of military postures. The chimpanzee—noble and incongruous—becomes an ironic reflection of human ambition. By adorning the animal with symbols of command, the artist reveals the fragility and absurdity of the social codes we hold dear.

Offered by Galerie Bouillon d’art in Bordeaux, this acrylic painting would make a powerful addition to a contemporary art collection or a space seeking an original and thought-provoking work. Buying “Sir Benjamin Garderen” by Manat means acquiring a piece that combines technical mastery with subtle satire—offering a reflection that is as humorous as it is poetic on the vanities of modern life.

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