My sister went to New York a few weeks ago and while wandering around Fifth Avenue, stumbled upon what she described to me as a BIG ASS HELLO KITTY at a building that she thought I "would like." Well, after doing a quick Google search, it seems sculptor Tom Sachs, who is (in)famous for his art acting as satirical commentary on consumerism, has an installation at the Lever House. The Lever House plaza is now home to two Hello Kitties, a Miffy and a My Melody along with other works in bronze, all of which are part of the Bronze Collection.
To top it all off, the Lever House, a hallmark example of modernist architecture built in 1951, is across the street from Mies Van Der Rohe's Seagram Building. I'm going to have to find some time next week to see these marvels during my brief trip next week.
Check out Wallpaper Magazine's piece on the installation, which includes a link to their interview with the artist.
Interestingly enough, New York Magazine noted this interesting tidbit of information. Not surprising that Sachs didn't consult with Sanrio first, but kudos to Sanrio for appreciating the works as art and not just a form of copyright infringement.
Tom Sachs, I heart you.
2 comments:
i don't think you ever told me why you're going to new york. i think you were going to... until i had to run up to lido?? ehhhh i don't remember. so why again?
i feel like such a fool for passing up that hello kitty toaster at target! if only my economic stimulus check had come in sooner!
good work quizon.
emmmbot... did you really RUN up to lido? high-five!!
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