2024
30 X 30 CM
ED. /75
 
100 X 100 CM 
ED. /10 
 
ARCHIVAL PIGMENT INKS ON 310 GSM COTTON RAG
EMBOSSED, SIGNED, DATED AND NUMBERED
 
Artist Magnus Gjoen's new release, "Toy Soldier," provocatively reinterprets traditional religious iconography through the lens of contemporary conflict. This striking sculpture features Jesus Christ holding two Uzi submachine guns, a juxtaposition that challenges viewers to confront the intersections of faith, violence, and modernity. Gjoen, known for his ability to blend historical art references with modern themes, uses this piece to provoke thought and dialogue about the impact of militarization and the sacred, making "Toy Soldier" a powerful commentary on the contradictions within societal values.