8710_Poppy_Toony
Mixed Medium, 96 x 96 cm
About the artwork
"Poppy Tony" is a vibrant tribute to the lovable characters of our childhood by French artist Patrick Rubinstein. The artwork features the iconic and nostalgic characters, Tom and Jerry and the Smurfs, immersed in the opulence and excess of the 1960s. The bright colours, bold accents and use of 22 carat golden leaf transport the viewer to a time of colorful indulgence, while the depiction of our favourite childhood characters adds a whimsical touch to the piece. Through this artwork, Rubinstein pays homage to the renowned icons of the second half of the 20th century and invites the viewer to experience the glamour and style of the past.
About the artist
French contemporary artist Patrick Rubinstein invites viewers into a world where nostalgia, motion, and modernity collide. Drawing inspiration from icons of pop culture and the legacies of Optical and Kinetic Art, Rubinstein creates mesmerizing, multi-dimensional works that transform with every shift in perspective. His pieces are more than visual—they are experiences, alive with movement and surprise. At the heart of Rubinstein’s art is a dynamic interplay between image and viewer. With a signature lenticular technique, he overlays multiple visuals into a single composition, allowing the work to shift and animate as one moves past it. Marilyn Monroe, Elvis Presley, and modern-day symbols take on renewed vitality, not as static portraits but as pulsing, kinetic echoes of cultural memory. Through this ever-changing lens, Rubinstein challenges us to see beyond the surface—into layers of time, perspective, and perception.
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