Julian Opie Boston Statuettes: Cargo Shorts For Sale

Julian Opie

Boston Statuettes: Cargo Shorts, 2020

Freestanding patinated black bronze figure on Crema Grey light stone base

20 1/8 x 4 3/4 x 7 1/8 in 51 x 12 x 18 cm

Boston Statuettes: Cargo Shorts, 2020

Freestanding patinated black bronze figure on Crema Grey light stone base

20 1/8 x 4 3/4 x 7 1/8 in 51 x 12 x 18 cm

Edition

Edition of 25

About this work

This miniature bronze sculpture depicts a standing male figure rendered in Opie's signature minimalist style. The figure wears cargo shorts and stands in a casual pose atop a polished Crema Grey stone base. Cast in patinated black bronze, the work demonstrates Opie's ability to distill human form into essential geometric shapes while maintaining recognizable characteristics. The smooth, dark surface of the bronze contrasts elegantly with the warm grey tones of the stone pedestal, creating a refined presentation that bridges contemporary art and classical sculpture traditions. Part of Opie's celebrated Boston Statuettes series, this work exemplifies the artist's ongoing exploration of simplified portraiture and the human figure. The small scale invites intimate viewing while the reduction of features to basic forms creates a universal, anonymous subject that resonates across cultures. This piece represents an important intersection in Opie's practice, translating his iconic graphic style into three-dimensional sculptural form, making it particularly desirable for collectors of contemporary figurative work. Available for purchase — enquire for price and availability.

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