Philippe Pasqua - Vanité aux papillons (2005)

Vanité aux papillons

Artist: Philippe Pasqua
Year: 2005
Medium: Resin sculpture
Dimensions: 40 x 50 x 30 cm
Details: Gold-leafed resin skull with real butterflies; comes with plexiglass display case
Condition: Excellent

Description:
Powerful and enigmatic, Vanité aux papillons is an iconic sculpture by Philippe Pasqua, revisiting the vanitas tradition with modernity and poetic brutality. The gold-leafed skull is adorned with delicately colored butterflies, suspended between life and death.

This work embodies Pasqua’s recurring themes: the fleeting nature of existence, the tension between flesh and eternity, beauty and decay. The butterflies, symbols of the soul and renewal, contrast sharply with the skull’s symbolism, creating a striking and emotional visual tension.

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FAQ

Is this an original Philippe Pasqua sculpture?
Yes. Vanité aux papillons is an original resin sculpture created by Philippe Pasqua in 2005.

What materials are used?
The skull is made of gold-leafed resin and adorned with real butterflies.

What are the dimensions?
The sculpture measures 40 × 50 × 30 cm.

Does it come with a display case?
Yes. It is delivered with its plexiglass display case.

Is the work signed?
The listing confirms authenticity; signature details are not specified.

Is it a unique piece or an edition?
This sculpture is not described as part of an edition and is treated as a unique artwork.

What is the condition?
The work is in excellent condition.

Why is this sculpture significant?
It exemplifies Pasqua’s powerful exploration of vanitas themes, combining raw intensity with delicate symbolic elements such as butterflies.

Do you ship internationally?
Yes. Secure worldwide shipping from France is available, with professional packing, insurance, and tracking.