Cleon Peterson

The Return

€6,000

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Edition of 2530.7 (H) × 35.0 (W) × 11.8 (D) cm

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In The Return, Cleon Peterson translates an archetypal horseback warrior into sleek, blackened bronze.

The edition sits within an oeuvre of epic battle scenes – where the horse and warrior duo appear frequently amongst crisp, hard-edged outlines. Echoing stories of conquest from across history, the figure reminds us of humankind’s primal instinct for control and domination. Peterson’s practice calls attention to this dark side of human nature.

“Images and ideas like this act as a romantic fantasy promising to return people to an idealised past. In my work I highlight these connections – showing how destructive they can be.”

The sculpture is also available in a larger size.

portrait shot of artist Cleon Peterson holding a paint brush

Cleon Peterson4 collaborationsCleon Peterson depicts never-ending battles as social commentary. Hulky warriors fight against blank backdrops and sometimes sprawl across city streets. Painted in acrylic, the colour palette is dramatic – made up mostly of black, white, yellow and red. Imagery is bold, crisp and hard-edged. This style draws from a range of influences. In particular Ancient Greek vases and the artist's past-profession as a graphic designer. The works also include references which symbolise the horrors of humanity. Namely, facist WWII propaganda posters. By nodding to their high contrast hues and stark shapes, he subverts their histories. A critique of their terrorising images.

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