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2023
Materials: metal, plastic, acrylic, silicone
45 см x 45 см
Category: editions
Item Number: 019296
1 500 000
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About the Work
About the Artist

In 2021, Taras Zheltyshev presented the first version of the chess game "Another Kingdom." The author endowed each character with a unique personality: the pawn is a brave but empty-headed lion, the bishop is a cunning chameleon, and the queen is beautiful but unpredictable, like a dangerous flower. According to the legend of the art universe Yoomoota, the King did not wish for a bloody war but agreed to it because it would be better for the entire state. The chess set "Another Kingdom: Light Stage" tells the story of the next phase of the previously warring kingdoms — a truce. The new set is executed in pastel and blue tones, which subconsciously evoke feelings of calm and a tendency to dream. According to the author's concept, the chess pieces are elevated on two mountains, and in the center of the board is a hidden artifact, which is eagerly sought on this planet. This artifact, reminiscent of a pocket watch from past eras, allows one to temporarily return to an immutable past. Museums: Red Dot (Xiamen) Exhibitions: Define: Seoul 2024 (Seoul), Cosmoscow-2024 (Moscow); PAD 2024 (London), Maison&Object 2024 (Paris), Frédérick Mouraux Gallery 2024 (Antwerp), Collectible Fair 2024 (Brussels), Solo Show, Icon Siam, 2023 (Bangkok)

Taras Yoom (born as Taras Zheltyshev) is a multidisciplinary artist and the creator of Yoomoota, a Universe at the intersection of art and design. Yoomoota features a diverse array of planets, inhabitants, and more, all reflecting aspects of human experience. Taras originally pursued a career in medicine before transitioning to art, using his background in biology and nature to enrich the vibrant world of Yoomoota.

The Yoomoota Art Universe encompasses collectible sculptures, biomorphic furniture, paintings, and mixed media pieces. Drawing on his fascination with medical and scientific studies, Taras infuses his art with a profound understanding of biology and nature. His Bangkok-based workshop serves as an experimental space where various techniques and genres come together to explore physical phenomena and socially relevant themes.

Taras Yoom's unique technique brings fantastical images to life, creating art that holds a distinguished place in any collection. Each character within the Yoomoota Art Universe is imbued with its own legend and ideology, making his work not only visually stunning but also deeply meaningful.

Renowned for his talent, Taras Yoom has won numerous prestigious awards, including the Good Design Awards, IDA, AD Design Award, and Elle Decoration. His works have been showcased at major exhibitions such as Collectible, Milan Design Week, and Beijing Design Week. Additionally, his creations have been highlighted in esteemed publications like Vogue, Elle Decoration, AD, Interior+Design, Tatler, Interiors The Best, and Forbes.