Scoop by Max Raider

QUICK FACTS
Type
Museum Object
Categories
Era
2002-present
Origin
🇳🇱 Netherlands
Brand
The Arris
Artist/Maker
Max RaiderRarity
Scarce (6/10)
Discovered
Jan 21, 2026
3 weeks ago
DESCRIPTION
A large-scale contemporary sculpture featuring a bipedal character constructed from a dense cluster of matte blue spherical 'bubbles'. The figure possesses large, minimalist black eyes with white pupils and sits atop chunky, black rounded feet. The surface finish is uniform and velvety, suggesting high-quality industrial coating.
CULTURAL ECHOES
Where This Object Echoes
Similar to KAWS or Jeff Koons in the use of rounded, toy-like forms scaled to monumental proportions.
Ritual & Ceremonial Use
- •Art fair exhibition and gallery installation
Meaning Through Time
Transition from traditional figurative stone/bronze to industrial materials and 'designer toy' aesthetics.
HISTORICAL STORY
Created by Dutch contemporary artist Max Raider, this work belongs to a series of bubble-based character sculptures. Raider's work often explores the intersection of digital aesthetics, street art, and physical mass, utilizing repetitive organic forms to create recognizable yet abstract 'monsters' or figures.
DID YOU KNOW?
The 'bubble' aesthetic is a signature of Max Raider, meant to evoke both a sense of playfulness and physical tension.
The sculpture is often displayed in immersive environments with mirrors to emphasize its volume and multi-dimensional geometry.
MATERIAL & CONDITION
Surface
Matte, non-reflective finish with a smooth, velvety texture across the spherical surfaces.
Weight & Feel
Substantial and dense, likely constructed from a reinforced resin or fiberglass core.
Condition
Appears to be in excellent gallery condition; no visible scuffs, chips, or environmental wear.
RARITY ANALYSIS
Genuinely harder to find. Perhaps only dozens come to market annually. Collectors actively watch for these pieces.
Typical Characteristics
- Dozens per year at market
- Documented provenance valued
- Active collector pursuit
ESTIMATED VALUE
Updated: Jan 21, 2026
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- Condition, completeness & craftsmanship
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CONTEXT ANALYSIS
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What Aligned
- The visual style perfectly matches Max Raider's 'Scoop' series, characterized by monochromatic bubble-forms.
- The setting appears to be a major European art fair, consistent with the Dutch origin provided.
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