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Glazed Insect Statues

Lady Bug by Fulop Gabor is Crawling With Critters

If you need some good luck and the “magic beans” you bought from that old man in the market don’t seem to be working, just rub yourself against the Lady Bug by Fulop Gabor.

This statue is coated from head to toe in ladybugs ranging from red to yellow. Don’t worry because the bugs are not alive (this isn’t Fear Factor people). The luck-covered lady appears to have melting hands and her head is tilted downward as if she is looking at herself slowly crumble away; however, whether she's actually looking at it is unknown because she doesn’t have any eyes.

From far away, Fulop Gabor’s Lady Bug statue looks like a human figure made out of candy; however, it’s advised that no one nibble on the artwork because killing a ladybug is bad luck, let alone eating one.
Trend Themes
1. Entomological Art - There is an opportunity to disrupt the art industry through creating pieces that incorporate insects to create intricate and unique designs.
2. Superstition-inspired Products - There is an opportunity to disrupt the consumer products industry by creating more niche products that cater to those who believe in superstitions (such as good luck through ladybugs).
3. Unconventional Materials in Sculpture - There is an opportunity to disrupt the traditional sculpture industry by using unconventional materials such as insects, which can add unique texture and color to a piece.
Industry Implications
1. Fine Arts - The art industry can benefit from incorporating entomological art as a new form of expression, which can appeal to art collectors and enthusiasts.
2. Home Decor - The home decor industry can create more niche products inspired by superstitions, such as insect-themed decor, which can cater to a specific audience and increase sales.
3. Sculpture - The sculpture industry can incorporate unconventional materials such as insects, which can create unique pieces that stand out from traditional sculptures and appeal to art collectors and enthusiasts.
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