REVOLUTION KID (CALF) by Yinka Shonibare

REVOLUTION KID (CALF) 2012

yinkashonibare

2d character

sculpture

child design

animated character

3d character model

sculptural image

technology juxtaposition

small focal point

abstract character

cartoon carciture

chaotic composition

cartoon theme

"REVOLUTION KID (CALF)" is a 2012 sculpture by Yinka Shonibare. The artwork depicts a figure with the head of a calf, dressed in a flamboyant suit with a brightly patterned fabric. The figure holds a golden pistol, evoking themes of power, rebellion, and the subversion of societal norms. This sculpture is characteristic of Shonibare's style, which often explores colonial history, identity, and the representation of Africa through the use of colorful textiles.