{"product_id":"marilyn-monroe","title":"Goddess - Marilyn Monroe","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMedium: \u003c\/strong\u003eMade from 2301 British One Penny coins\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimension:\u003c\/strong\u003e 120 x 80 cm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGODDESS - Marilyn Monroe by Ed Chapman is a powerful contemporary portrait that reimagines one of the twentieth century’s most enduring cultural icons through an unexpected and unconventional medium. Constructed from 2,301 British One Penny coins, the work transforms everyday currency into a richly textured image of Marilyn Monroe.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChapman is internationally recognised for his innovative use of found and reclaimed materials, employing meticulous craftsmanship to create portraits of extraordinary detail and presence. The arrangement of individual coins produces a compelling visual duality: from a distance, Monroe’s instantly recognisable features emerge with striking clarity, while closer examination reveals an intricate composition of copper tones, relief, and patterned surfaces.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis remarkable work exemplifies Chapman’s ability to merge traditional portraiture with contemporary material experimentation, resulting in a captivating and memorable piece of unique contemporary art.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Ed Chapman","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56782087717190,"sku":null,"price":7950.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0871\/9627\/0918\/files\/1m._Marilyn_Monroe_by_Ed_Chapman.jpg?v=1781476279","url":"https:\/\/www.artandspacegallery.co.uk\/products\/marilyn-monroe","provider":"Art \u0026 Space Gallery","version":"1.0","type":"link"}