How to Hang Art on a Wall: Inspired by "The Comedian"
Installation by an Italian artist Maurizio Cattelan "The Comedian" A banana taped to a wall, priced at $6,2 million, has left a lasting impression on internet users. Copycats are using up rolls of tape in an attempt to create their own timeless creation. Sometimes the results are amusing—but no one has ever paid millions.
Journalist Alexander Plyuschev created something called "Clown" (soundproofing panel, tape, sweet potato) and put up Up for auction with a starting price of 700 euros. It went to Austria for 1020—also not bad.
People Astrakhan placed a bet on local identity - and exhibited The version with the vobla is for sale for 350 rubles. The fate of the piece is still unknown.
They didn't lag behind them either. Vologda Creators: "Bygone Days and Thoughts" installation (cranberry liqueur, masking tape, IKEA cardboard). Price: priceless—memories are not for sale.
And there are also accounts online where people demonstrate what/who else can be taped to the wall—for example, christmas tree, cat or tattooed man.
What would you tape to the wall? We'd love to hear your ideas in the comments! Preferably with a local twist—we are "NotMoscow," after all.