Bibi’s Gambit

2024, antique brass menorah, .50 BMG cartridges, 9" X 17" X 4"

An artwork titled "Bibi’s Gambit" by Keith Francis, set against a plain light background. The sculpture is centered on an antique, polished brass seven-branched candelabra.In a stark modification of its intended function, seven inert .50 BMG bullet cartridges have been inserted into the cups that typically hold candles. The brass casings of the ammunition match the metal of the Menorah, while the copper-jacketed projectiles with grey steel tips form the "flames" of the candelabra. The piece is a direct commentary on the intersection of faith and the Gaza conflict under Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s leadership, symbolizing the militarization of sacred traditions.

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