Homer in Athens (2025) 雕塑 由 Manos

“Homer in Athens: Burning Dreams”

In this sculpture, Homer Simpson indulges in ultimate relaxation, lying on an inflatable tube floating on water, painted in the signature blue of the Greek sea, with the word Athens prominently displayed on it. Wearing only a red swimsuit, Homer enjoys the moment in his own eccentric way: in his one hand, he holds burning dollar bills, while with his right hand, he lights a cigar using the flames from the burning money.



This piece serves as a commentary on excess, indulgence, and the irony of consumer culture. Homer becomes a symbol of American naïveté but also of global extravagance in tourism and spending. His presence in Athens, casually lounging on a tube while burning money to light his cigar, blends comedy with sarcasm, creating a modern cultural critique.



The choice of colors—the blue of the tube, the red of the swimsuit, and the golden flames—enhances the intensity and theatricality of the piece. The result is a pop art sculpture that balances humor with satire, inviting the viewer to think beyond the surface.

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