Monetary Art in Mise en Abyme: Judgment of the Rats
La cour des rats - 10 x 100 - 2023
Discover a captivating masterpiece that plunges you into the heart of a disturbing monetary dystopia.
In “The Court of the Rats”, the artist pushes the boundaries of reality, crafting a fascinating scene in which a council of rats judges an artwork that itself unfolds in mise en abyme.
This 100 x 100 cm canvas reveals the depths of our financial world, exposing the flaws and paradoxes of a society consumed by money. The rats — often symbols of cunning and calculation — embody here the ruthless players of monetary pursuit. Their piercing gaze reflects an uncompromising judgment, scrutinizing the endlessly mirrored artwork — a troubling reflection of our own desires and financial obsessions.
“The Court of the Rats” invites us to dive into an introspective contemplation of our material aspirations and our insatiable quest for wealth.
This unique piece captivates not only through its masterful artistic execution, but also through the powerful narrative it conveys. It is an invitation to question our relationship with money and reflect on the consequences of a society governed by financial values.
Do not miss the opportunity to acquire this thought-provoking work of art.
By exhibiting “The Court of the Rats” in your space, you bring home not only an exceptional artwork, but also a deep conversation about our modern reality.
Secure this painting today and immerse yourself in an artistic experience that will awaken both your critical mind and your aesthetic sensibility.
A contemporary figurative artwork
A mirrored world, a world turned upside down.
Here, in a teeming court,
rats disguised as experts and coaches
buzz, judge, assign, and evaluate,
in the shadow of art reduced to merchandise.
A biting mise en abyme,
where value crumbles under the weight of labels.
Official Valuation
This artwork benefits from two recognized professional valuations:
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i-CAC: Valuation listed on the official platform for registered professional artists.
Judicial Expert (Pierre Gimenez): Certified appraisal used in legal, tax, and estate contexts.
Technical details
Technique: Acrylic on canvas
Dimensions: 100 x 100 cm
Year: 2023
Support: Canvas on wooden stretcher bars
Framing: no frame
Finish: Satin anti-UV varnish
Certificate: Original signed artwork, delivered with certificate of authenticity
Artistic approach
With THE COURT OF RATS, I conjure a mischievous yet bitter dystopia.
The painting folds into itself, infinite, like a spiral of illusions.
The caricatured rats become judges of an art wrapped, labeled, and traded,
pushing to the extreme the drift of a world where evaluation has replaced creation.
A vivid satire, a lucid, unflinching look behind the scenes of the art world.
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Reproduction available
This artwork is also available as a fine art print (on canvas, paper, aluminium…)
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Price
Secure payment – Free shipping within France – Careful packaging
Directly from the artist’s studio – Leasing available on request
Shipping & returns
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Returns accepted within 14 days (see conditions)
The artwork is insured during transit
