Monopoly and Richie Tea in Dubai Penthouse – II

Alec Monopoly’s “Monopoly and Richie Tea in Dubai Penthouse” portrays a moment of luxury as Rich Uncle Pennybags and Richie Rich enjoy tea in a lavish penthouse. Framed by the breathtaking Dubai skyline, with its iconic skyscrapers towering in the background, the artwork blends Monopoly’s signature characters with the grandeur of modern opulence. This vibrant scene captures a playful juxtaposition of leisure and affluence, highlighting Monopoly’s unique take on wealth and lifestyle in a global setting.

About the Artwork

In “Ed in Yellow Room,” Angelo Accardi places singer Ed Sheeran in a surreal setting, seated in a chair as he watches a giant blue ostrich, a recurring symbol in Accardi’s work Plush dolls surround him, adding a whimsical touch to the scene, while the room itself is filled with various artworks that evoke both classical and contemporary themes. The vibrant yellow backdrop contrasts with the calmness of Sheeran’s posture and the playful absurdity of the ostrich, creating a unique dialogue between the subject, art, and Accardi’s exploration of modern culture.

About The Artist

Originally from a small town in the south of italy Angelo Accardi moved to Napoli to study fine arts at the Art Academy of Naples Shortly after, in the early 90s, he set up his personal studio close to his childhood home to embark on his pursuit of painting and sculpture. In the course of his artistic development, Accardi has been on a constant search for new sensations using mixed media to depict figures against differing social backgrounds.
Accardi’s debut on the art scene was strongly characterized by what in italian art is referred to as “figura,” a representation