Creepy Kate Moss Sculpture Finally Makes Sense

Remember that slightly, okay really creepy bronze statue of Kate Moss?

It was made by Marc Quinn, who also created sculptures of Britney Spears and Angelina Jolie in similarly awkward poses. Well there is apparently a method to his madness. The outcome is absolutely more positive than first thought.

He unveiled the solid gold sculpture of Moss, which he dubbed “Siren,” at the British Museum. The statue sold for just under $140,000. The proceeds will benefit the Africa Foundation and Ikamva Labantu, two charities that care for orphaned and vulnerable children in South Africa.

Tara and Jessica Getty, who are trustees of the Africa Foundation, told Bloomberg News they are "delighted" with the results of the sale.

"The money we raised through this event will equally benefit Africa Foundation and Ikamva Labantu, two highly deserving charities, and will enable them to continue their effective work in South Africa, providing support where it is most needed."

The background on the Moss piece began in April 2006. Though the sculpture is considered provocative, Quinn's goal was to show the British supermodel in a yoga position with her ankles and arms wrapped behind her ears. No word yet from Moss, though I'm sure she's ... flattered.

This isn't the first time Quinn has gone to extremes for his art, Quinn's signature piece in the art world is Self, a frozen sculpture of the his head made from 10 pints of his own blood, taken from his body over a period of 5 months. That piece was first bought for nearly $30,000 by Charles Saatchi and later resold for more than $2 million.

It is art after all. While it's not something I can see myself displaying in the foyer of my home, I can appreciate the outcome of a such a thought-provoking piece of work.

And oh, the thoughts that it is provoking.

photo courtesy of artnewsblog.com.