Five Guys
US$ 6,500
Overview
2021
Oil Paint, Oil on canvas
Unique Work
Dimensions: 156cm (H) x 156cm (W) x 5cm (D) / 61.4" (H) x 61.4" (W) x 2" (D)
Note: Actual colours may vary due to photography & computer settings
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About the art
Artist statement
What is "Strong"? What defines "Strength"? What is "Masculinity"?
Questions that arise once one takes a first glance at the artwork "Five Guys" by Dominic Virtosu. On a pink gradient that defines an almost abstract space, five naked men are holding up a huge alligator on top of their stretched arms.
Their posture suggests relaxation, rather than stress - it is a sight that reminds of the peace after a successful hunt - and the five men reference the Greek caryatids who were supporting the immense weight of the temples' roof. This painting is exceptionally peaceful, considering it's underlying narrative. One can only speculate about the intent of the artist, but the main focus, the alligator, seems to be enjoying its time being carried by the five guys.
The artwork is sold framed with a black American box style frame with the size: 156x156x5 cm.
(unframed 150x150cm)
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Artist profile
Dominic Virtosu
Born: 1983
Hometown: Bucharest
Based in: Roubaix, France
Dominic-Petru Virtosu was born in Bucharest, Romania in 1983. He completed his formal artistic education with a License in painting (2006) class of renowned Romanian artist Florin Ciubotaru and a Master’s in 2013 with professor Catalin Balescu at the Bucharest National University of Arts; also attending a semester as an …
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