Scoop the Bronze Edition by Max Raider

QUICK FACTS
Type
Museum Object
Categories
Era
21st Century (c. 2022-present)
Origin
🇳🇱 Netherlands
Brand
Raider
Artist/Maker
Max RaiderRarity
Scarce (6/10)
Discovered
Jan 21, 2026
3 weeks ago
DESCRIPTION
A contemporary sculpture of a stylized bird-like figure composed of numerous polished bronze spheres. The character features large, dark circular eyes with white pupils and rests on heavy, darkened bulbous feet. The surface is highly reflective, typical of high-polished cast or plated metalwork.
CULTURAL ECHOES
Where This Object Echoes
Similar to the work of Jeff Koons or KAWS, utilizing high-sheen finishes on playful, recognizable characters.
Ritual & Ceremonial Use
- •Secured gallery display and art fair exhibition
Meaning Through Time
The transformation of simple, rounded 'cute' forms into high-value luxury collectibles.
HISTORICAL STORY
DID YOU KNOW?
Max Raider's 'Scoop' character is often produced in various finishes, including stainless steel and vibrant lacquer, but the Bronze Edition is considered a more traditional 'fine art' iteration.
The artist is known for using industrial materials and high-gloss finishes to create 'emotionally durable' characters.
MATERIAL & CONDITION
Surface
Highly reflective, mirror-polished golden metallic surface. The transition between the spheres appears seamless, suggesting high-quality casting and hand-finishing.
Weight & Feel
Substantial; likely solid cast bronze or thick-walled lost-wax casting, providing a significant heft.
Condition
Appears to be in pristine gallery condition. No visible oxidation, fingerprints, or surface scratches on the polished finish.
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
- Market comparables from auctions & retail
- Condition, completeness & craftsmanship
- Current collector demand & trends
- Low = quick sale, high = patient seller
For informational purposes only, not a formal appraisal.
CONTEXT ANALYSIS
How your provided context compares with Curiosa.com scanner findings.
What Aligned
- Visual evidence confirms the artist Max Raider's signature spherical style.
- The material and finish perfectly match the 'Bronze Edition' title provided by the user.
- The setting and style align with a 21st-century Dutch contemporary art origin.
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