Hercules: Bitcoin

The artwork is inspired by the work of classical sculptor François Joseph Bosio (19 March 1768 – 29 July 1845), his 1824 sculpture ‘Hercules Fighting Achelos’.

This work represents my most ambitious art to date, and sees me expand from the usual portrait engraving I’ve been known for. This highly detailed engraving is made of thousands of lines, each precisely arranged, to create a unique expressive quality.

It also represents the first in a series of works that will focus on ‘man versus serpent’. For me, this eternal theme represents the struggle for self determination of Humanity, and the choice between freedom and tyranny. This is particularly poignant in the realm of cryptocurrency, which represents a possible transcendence from the hamster wheel of debt slavery, and a new, more equitable monetary system.

This is the static 'Bitcoin' version of the original animation, and comes with a giclee print. Bitcoin is represented by the Bitcoin logo, in the halo above Hercules' head.