Joseph Cavalieri - New York Stained Glass

Title LA CROCIFISSIONE DI MOE
(The Crucifixion of Moe)

Medium    Vitreous enamel, layered
                stained glass, solder
               set in a wall hung light box

Size 23 1/4 x 33 1/4 x 2 inches
59 x 84.5 x 5 cm

Date 2010

Figures in this triptych refer to Hydra or Lernaean Hydra, a many headed monster in Greek mythology. Killing the Hydra proved to be quite a challenge, as more heads would grow back whenever one was cut off. Rainier Wolfcastle stars in the first of the Simpson’s triptych. His massive bulk and Austrian accent so obviously parody a major public figure that we don’t even have to tell you who it is. Best known as the star of the “McBain” series of action films, Wolfcastle now dons eight heads and is observed by a flock of Sherri and Terri figures. The story continues with portraits of Moe and Lunchlady Doris, other strong personalities in the Simpson’s series.

Cavalieri is representing UrbanGlass at SOFA Chicago this November 5-7, 2010, where this panel will have it public debut.

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