This sculpture depicts a balloon. Despite the solidity of the materials used, the work manages to convey a surprising sense of lightness and etherealness. The balloon seems poised to take flight from its base, evoking an image of delicate suspension in the air.
Géraldine Morin demonstrates remarkable skill in making a sculpture made of sturdy materials like resin and steel appear light and delicate. This balloon, branded Hermès, takes on a special value precisely because of the prestigious brand.
A simple balloon becomes a valuable object simply because it bears the Hermès brand, and in this way the artist offers an ironic commentary on consumerism and the importance attributed to brands in today's society.