Yours for the small fee of €2400

[99call]

A steal. The ridiculous thing is this will probably rise in value. The Venn diagram of Doll and Cohiba markets is probably quite potent with silly cash.

Vanessa Fodera (1981) - COHIBA HABANA CUBA - PLAYMOBIL XXL

Signature: Hand signed Playmobil XXL COHIBA – Vanessa Fodera A bold tribute to Cuban elegance, exclusively available on Catawiki. Discover an exceptional work of art where the iconic XXL Playmobil is reinvented in the colors of Cohiba, the famous Cuban cigar brand. A unique fusion of craft tradition, contemporary design, and pop creativity, signed by French artist Vanessa Fodera, renowned for her masterful interpretations of large-scale characters.

A pop and refined Playmobil, inspired by the Cohiba universe, perfect for harmonizing with your cigar and rum cellar from around the world, your bar, your tobacco and cigar shop: • Yellow and black palette, Cohiba signature: This XXL Playmobil embodies the timeless elegance of the brand, with finishes that evoke the luxury and prestige of the world's most famous Cuban cigars. Mixed techniques and gilding with paintbrushes on gold leaf sparkling: Vanessa Fodera enhances this piece with unique effects, blending gold leaf and rhinestone collage, colorful projections, and refined textures for a vibrant and luxurious matte finish. Numbered and exclusive: Number 26, this creation is among the artist's most iconic works. It comes with a certificate of authenticity and is hand-signed.

A masterpiece for collectors and art lovers. Celebration of Cuban culture: A work that captures the spirit of Cohiba and the atmosphere of Havana, Cuba, in a bold and contemporary format. • Unique piece in a limited series: With this exclusive edition, Vanessa Fodera perpetuates her know-how by pushing the boundaries of popular art. A prestigious signature: The artist, known for her high-end XXL Playmobil creations, embodies an artistic approach that balances tribute and innovation. ⸻ Technical details • XXL Format: Height 70 cm | Width 40 cm Subjects: Mixed techniques (painting, gilding with leaf, black marbling projections) and artisanal finishes. Estimation: 2000 - 2500€ Delivery: Secure packaging – Shipping to France, EU, and internationally (options: Mondial Relay or Colissimo) . • Additional option: Rotating light base available upon request after sale.

Why acquire this work? A unique tribute: An artistic celebration of Cohiba and Cuban culture through a contemporary interpretation. A collectible item: Number 26 of a limited series, it constitutes a rare and valuable artistic investment. The seal of Vanessa Fodera: An artist with a recognized talent for her XXL Playmobil works, blending popular art and cutting-edge craftsmanship techniques.

Word from the artist "Each creation is an invitation to travel between timeless luxury and contemporary boldness. With Cohiba, it is all the Cuban elegance that I sought to capture. " – Vanessa Fodera

[Chibearsv]

A masterpiece eh?  🤔 I’m out.

[Chas.Alpha]

I can’t help but notice the Artist’s use of yellow to portray not only sadness and sorrow, but underlying hopefulness and joy. The dark blue hues serves to convey the loneliness of a clear night’s sky and the emptiness of being alone, represented by the white squares.

The hands, which once held the tools of creation now only see fallow Earth and the agonizing realization that now the rats hold sway…

I’ll bid $20. It might look good next to Mike and Dana’s “Cohiba” gift. 🤔

[yuppie]

I'd rather have 2.3 boxes of CoRo's lol

[El Presidente]

Steve/MoFoh...get our factory onto this. It's only grift if you are not in on it.

Cohiba, Partagas, Hoyo, Monte, Romeo, Upmann.

Make a whole family set to be purchased separately.

We need a gay one. Make it Monte or Romeo, your call. 👍

[BlueWS]

You going to name the flamboyant one Romeo y Julio?

[99call]

Loving how the forum's impression of the art world is basically Serge from Beverly Hills Cop...Ahhh, the 1980s - the perpetual happy place. 

[Jack]

Still kicking myself for not inventing the art piece known as "Banana Taped to a Wall"

https://www.fox13news.com/news/man-pays-6-2m-banana-art-ends-up-eating-2024

[99call]

5 hours ago, Jack said:

Still kicking myself for not inventing the art piece known as "Banana Taped to a Wall"

https://www.fox13news.com/news/man-pays-6-2m-banana-art-ends-up-eating-2024

I can never get my head around how much it feels like we are actually moving backwards (not referring to you) in the general public's absorption of some pretty basic ideas. Marcel Duchamp exhibited 'Fountain' for the first time way back in 1917, and people are acting like a 'Banana taped to a Wall' well over 100yrs later is some sort of conceptual hot topic. That's whats bananas!.