Joan Cornellà: Selfie Gun.
Bronze, 2020.
Sotheby’s hosts ‘My Life Is Pointless by Joan Cornellà’ In December 2020, Sotheby’s presents ‘Contemporary Showcase: My Life Is Pointless by Joan Cornellà’, a solo exhibition of iconic works by acclaimed artist Joan Cornellà. 15 December 2020 – 29 January 2021.]]>
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With nearly 8 million followers on social media, Cornellà is highly regarded on the international stage and his works have been exhibited globally, from Hong Kong, Tokyo, Seoul and Beijing to London, Paris and New York. With a simplistic visual language and cheerful palette, Cornellà uses satire to comment on the bleak side of human nature, creating works that are honest, entertaining and stimulating. In 2020, the artist’s well-established style has evolved to combine text and imagery as he continues to explore the possibilities and universal resonance of his signature brand of humour.
“Joan Cornellà is undoubtedly an icon of dark humour”, says SK Lam, Founder of AllRightsReserved. “There must have been times when his works cracked you up or got on your nerves. Yet, it is this unique, sensational sense of humour of Joan’s that connects with everyone emotionally. The overwhelming response of his previous exhibitions in Hong Kong proves how much the people in this city relate to his worldviews. To many of us, 2020 has been incredibly challenging and it still is. I hope this exhibition, weaved together with laughter and tears, is coming at the right time as we round up the year.”
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