Holderer, John
JOHN HOLDERER Leopold Stokowski Conducting Competition
$25.00
Sku: YY7717
Artist: John Holderer
Title: Leopold Stokowski Conducting Competition
Year: Unknown
Signed: No
Medium: Offset Lithograph
Paper Size: 23 x 35 inches ( 58.42 x 88.9 cm )
Image Size: 18.5 x 35 inches ( 46.99 x 88.9 cm )
Edition Size: Unknown
Framed: No
Condition: C: Several Signs of use and handling, some visible marks
Additional Details: This spoof image by John Holderer titled Leopold Stokowski Conducting Competition humorously depicts a symphony orchestra conductor wearing red boxing gloves in an empty amphitheater. The image plays on the contrast between the refined world of classical music and the aggressive, combative symbolism of boxing. The boxing gloves suggest an amusing exaggeration of the conductor’s role, as if conducting an orchestra is as intense and physically demanding as a boxing match. Holderer’s playful take on this juxtaposition adds a whimsical and unexpected twist, with the empty amphitheater perhaps further emphasizing the absurdity of the situation. The choice of using Stokowski, a well-known conductor famous for his dynamic style, heightens the comedic effect. This clever visual commentary pokes fun at the dramatic and, at times, performative nature of conducting.
Artist: John Holderer
Title: Leopold Stokowski Conducting Competition
Year: Unknown
Signed: No
Medium: Offset Lithograph
Paper Size: 23 x 35 inches ( 58.42 x 88.9 cm )
Image Size: 18.5 x 35 inches ( 46.99 x 88.9 cm )
Edition Size: Unknown
Framed: No
Condition: C: Several Signs of use and handling, some visible marks
Additional Details: This spoof image by John Holderer titled Leopold Stokowski Conducting Competition humorously depicts a symphony orchestra conductor wearing red boxing gloves in an empty amphitheater. The image plays on the contrast between the refined world of classical music and the aggressive, combative symbolism of boxing. The boxing gloves suggest an amusing exaggeration of the conductor’s role, as if conducting an orchestra is as intense and physically demanding as a boxing match. Holderer’s playful take on this juxtaposition adds a whimsical and unexpected twist, with the empty amphitheater perhaps further emphasizing the absurdity of the situation. The choice of using Stokowski, a well-known conductor famous for his dynamic style, heightens the comedic effect. This clever visual commentary pokes fun at the dramatic and, at times, performative nature of conducting.
