Simon Shepherd
Man In The Mirror
2020

About the Item

Man in the Mirror is a ceramic, wood and glass sculpture by Simon Shepherd. From a limited edition of 25, this piece is signed and numbered by the artist. This artwork will arrive in bespoke packaging. Size - 30 W x 20 H x 20 D cm The iconic Michelin Man looks forlornly into the mirror, dismayed at what he sees. It seems that even the man of tyres, known for his round shape has become body conscious. In an age of heightened image awareness, no-one is left unaffected. This painted ceramic figure stands approx 8 inches tall and is supplied with a beautiful long-mirror, handmade from hardwood. Also included is a polished black acrylic plinth. The whole work is neatly packaged in a bespoke black presentation box. Simon Shepherd is a London born artist, now based in Brighton. Simon's sculptures explore the distinctions between the familiar and the unfamiliar by combining different, relatable objects and creating or illustrating new meanings from this amalgamation. Simon's work looks for and develops the beauty and aesthetic of the everyday object and invites the viewer to reassess their expectations and pre conceptions of it. A piece of work will often start with a familiar object which the artist finds to have some inherent beauty. He will then work to develop this, sometimes in a playful way, exploring the potential he sees within. An object may juxtapose with unfamiliar surroundings, creating incongruity which challenges the viewer to reconsider its aesthetic value. Shepherd has featured in numerous solo and group shows both in the UK and internationally. He has won awards, most notably the ‘Cork Street Open’ award in 2011. His work has been featured in publications such as Aesthetica and Juxtapose.

Creator:

Simon Shepherd (English)

Creation Year:

2020

Dimensions:

Height: 7.88 in (20 cm)Width: 11.82 in (30 cm)Depth: 9.06 in (23 cm)

Medium:

Ceramic,Glass,Wood

Movement & Style:

Pop Art

Period:

2010-