100 Dollar collection - Mickey Mouse

"100 Dollar collection - Mickey Mouse" 

is a work that blends elements of pop culture with a reflection on contemporary consumerism, created by the artist Simone De Rosa in 2024. The street art style defines the technique of the piece, which combines collage and acrylic painting to depict the iconic character Mickey Mouse in an original and provocative way.

The main subject, Mickey Mouse, is drawn with vibrant acrylic colors, creating a dynamic contrast with the collage of 100-dollar bills that make up the background. The bills, symbols of wealth and material desire, enrich the image with a reflection on consumerism, while Mickey Mouse, beloved and iconic, appears to counterbalance this economic context.

The small dimensions of the work (18 cm x 40 cm) combine with the visual power of the colors used. The dominant yellow blends with splashes of black, white, and yellow paint, while the red stars that embellish the composition add a touch of liveliness and symbolism, evoking a sense of movement and magic.

"100 Dollar Mickey Mouse" is a work that goes beyond simply representing a popular character: through the use of collage and chromatic interpretation, the artist invites reflection on the relationship between entertainment and the values of contemporary society, addressing themes like money, consumerism, and pop culture.