Roi Soleil Purchased Stock like something from a Paris

like something from a Paris Haute Couture show

Gjoen challenges our preconceived notions of beauty and emphasises the importance of preserving history and ancient artefacts for future generations

or the wealthy for whom it was a symbol of prestige and power and status

Warm peach skin tones add a radiant

Roi Soleil Purchased Stock like something from a ParisRoi Soleil by Magnus Gjoen is rendered in archival pigment inks on 308gsm cotton rag. The piece features a blue 18th century style bust of a man adorned with a lace cravat and long curly hair, evoking classical elegance. In stark contrast, the bust is tightly wrapped in clear plastic and yellow tape, introducing a jarring, modern aesthetic. Roi Soleil is part of Magnus Gjoens Wrap Me Up in Plastic and Make Me Shine" series, which delves into