Are You Not Entertained by JJ Adams brings one of the world’s most iconic landmarks into the distinctive contemporary art world of renowned British artist JJ Adams.
Inspired by the magnificent Colosseum in Rome, this bold artwork forms part of JJ Adams’ much-loved “Rule Britannia” collection, bringing together historic architecture, popular culture and the artist’s unmistakable contemporary pop-art aesthetic.
The Colosseum has stood as a symbol of Rome for almost 2,000 years, and JJ Adams gives this extraordinary landmark a fresh modern interpretation. With its combination of iconic imagery, contemporary street-art influences and a distinctly British artistic attitude, Are You Not Entertained is designed to make a striking statement in any interior.
The title references the famous phrase from the 2000 film Gladiator, adding another layer of popular culture to this dramatic interpretation of Rome’s ancient amphitheatre.Available as a signed, numbered and certified limited edition, the artwork comes in mounted and framed formats, alongside an impressive oversized Deluxe Edition.
The Deluxe version is double framed in a contemporary black hardwood reverse frame with a white slip profile.
Artist: JJ Adams
Title: Are You Not Entertained
Subject: The Colosseum, Rome
Collection: Rule Britannia
Style: Contemporary pop art / street art
Original artwork: POA
Deluxe Edition: 10 + 3 APs
Standard Limited Edition: Edition size TBC
Signed, numbered and certified
Mounted and framed options available Mounted size: 35.5" × 25.5" Framed size: 41.5" × 31.5"
Deluxe framed size: 51" × 44"