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Underwater dreams come to life: Philip Colbert's lobsters take over Naples

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<p>The fantastical world of artist and designer Philip Colbert took center stage at the National Archaeological Museum (MANN) in Naples, as vibrant red lobsters, straight from the dream realm, now grace its halls. Colbert, renowned for his diverse portfolio in music, fashion, and design, seamlessly melds the ancient allure of Roman mosaics with the vibrant energy of pop art.</p><div><br/></div><p>Following the triumph of his previous installation, &quot;LobsterEmpire,&quot; the Scottish-born artist has once again set foot in Naples — a city synonymous with the world-famous pizza margherita and the brooding presence of Mount Vesuvius. This time, Colbert pays homage to the roots of mythology, drawing inspiration from the mosaic collection of Pompeii, the ancient city frozen in time by the eruption of Mount Vesuvius in 79 AD.</p><div><br/></div><p>Named &#x27;House of the Lobster,&#x27; the site-specific exhibition transforms the museum into an immersive space where the underwater realm unfolds in captivating detail. Colbert breathes life into ancient battle scenes, portraying the enduring struggle between lobsters, eels, and octopuses with a timeless quality.</p><div><br/></div><p>The artist&#x27;s distinctive palette and surrealistic touch intertwine with the archaeological context, creating a harmonious celebration of the myth of the lobster. In Colbert&#x27;s artistic narrative, the lobster emerges as a symbolic character, serving as a metaphor for the cyclical nature of life—a testament to the artist&#x27;s profound and unique poetics.</p><div><br/></div><p>The exhibition not only brings a burst of contemporary creativity to the venerable National Archaeological Museum but also underscores the enduring resonance of mythology in the modern artistic landscape. -- <strong>Report from Reuters</strong></p><div><br/></div><div><br/></div><div><br/></div>

<p>The fantastical world of artist and designer Philip Colbert took center stage at the National Archaeological Museum (MANN) in Naples, as vibrant red lobsters, straight from the dream realm, now grace its halls.</p>

The fantastical world of artist and designer Philip Colbert took center stage at the National Archaeological Museum (MANN) in Naples, as vibrant red lobsters, straight from the dream realm, now grace its halls.