# Buff Celeb Paintings 'A Portrait Of Marriage' is a Controversial Madonna Painting By Francis Tiangson | Published 2011-01-28 | Naughty Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/madonna-painting References: [buzzfeed](http://www.buzzfeed.com/ashleybaccam/this-madonna-painting-is-worth-35000-nsfw) & [madonnatribe](http://www.madonnatribe.com/news/modules.php?name=News&file=article&sid=5775) This controversial Madonna painting titled 'A Portrait of Marriage,' is probably not the first image that pops into mind when you hear the pop-icon's name. Featuring the star in nothing but her birthday suit with ex-husband Guy Richie this would not be a piece hanging on my walls. Currently owned by Martin Regan, this intriguing Madonna painting is currently hanging in the Gateway Gallery. It is definitely a striking and eye-grabbing picture -- which shouldn't be a surprise with such intriguing subject matter and since the masterful strokes of a world-renown artist. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.6/10 - Popularity: 77% | Activity: 82% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 30% men, 70% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Naughty](https://www.trendhunter.com/naughty) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Controversial Celebrity Paintings:** The rise of celebrity paintings that challenge societal norms and push the boundaries of what is acceptable in art. - **Nude Portraits:** The growing trend of creating portraits of individuals in the nude, offering a raw and intimate glimpse into their true selves. - **Celebrity Collaborations:** The increase in celebrity collaborations with artists to create unique pieces that capture the essence of the celebrity's personality and character. ### Who This Affects Most - **Art:** The art industry has an opportunity to embrace controversial art and showcase pieces that challenge societal norms. - **Entertainment:** The entertainment industry can leverage celebrity collaborations to create unique marketing and branding opportunities for their celebrity clients. - **Fashion:** The fashion industry can incorporate nude portraits as a way to showcase the true beauty and authenticity of their clothing designs. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Reimagined Puzzled Artful Paintings](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/portrait-of-a-woman-in-a-hat.md) - [Body Paint Fashion Campaigns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/miley-cyrus-maison-margiela.md) - [Striking Glass Portraits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/glass-portraits.md) - [Rediscovered Iconic Masterpieces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gustav-klimt1.md) - [Glass Beaded Intricate Artworks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/painting-exhibition.md) - [Art-Inspired Collectibles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-mattel-x-moma.md) - [Pop Artist-Designed Auction Cars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/850i-xdrive-gran-coupe.md) - [Pop Art-Style Blocked Portraits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ai-in-red.md) - [Red-Accented Artist Exhibitions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/art-of-richard-macdonald.md)