Nov 27, 2024 · Made with artist Showichi Kaneda, Balenciaga created a series of shark sculptures inspired by Formula 1 race cars for the Las Vegas Grand Prix.

Nov 26, 2024 · A second edition of Kaneda’s shark, decked out in red and white, is set to make waves in Balenciaga’s Dubai and Abu Dhabi stores ahead of the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix on December 8. A third, green-hued sculpture remains shrouded in mystery, adding a layer of intrigue to this global rollout.

Nov 26, 2024 · The $70,000 Balenciaga artwork, made just for F1 Vegas 2024, is based on Kaneda's Human's Own series, which features hammerhead sharks patterned and printed to resemble sponsored racecars.

Dec 10, 2024 · Collaborating with celebrated Japanese artist Showichi Kaneda, the French luxury house unveiled a stunning hammerhead shark sculpture priced at a staggering $70,000 during the Las Vegas Grand Prix weekend. Here’s why this audacious masterpiece is making waves across the fashion and art worlds.

Nov 26, 2024 · There, racing enthusiasts can behold a different sort of spectacle—an impressive four foot-long hammerhead shark crafted from the recognizable shapes of Formula 1 car parts, emblazoned with the brand’s logo. This collaboration marks just the latest installment in Kaneda’s ongoing “Human’s Own” series, easily the artist’s best known body of work.

Nov 28, 2024 · Formula 1’s rise as a fashion-forward sport has blurred the lines between motorsport and high-end luxury. At the 2024 Las Vegas Grand Prix, Balenciaga made a bold statement with a $70,000 hammerhead shark sculpture, crafted by renowned Japanese artist Showichi Kaneda.

Apr 6, 2025 · Explore the F1-inspired shark sculpture by Showichi Kaneda, blending speed and marine elegance in this avant-garde masterpiece. Now at Tokyo Gallery.

Nov 27, 2024 · The series consists of Formula 1 racing cars that have morphed to mirror the streamlined bodies of hammerhead sharks, a species that must continue swimming forward to survive, Highsnobiety reports. The project is designed as a commentary on speed, progress, survival, and desire in the context of fashion and technology.

Nov 23, 2024 · What does a Balenciaga F1 livery look like? A hammerhead shark, apparently. 🦈⁠ ⁠ On display exclusively at the @wynnlasvegas, @balenciaga commissioned Japanese artist Showichi Kaneda for this custom sculputure featuring various Balenci logo flips. ⁠ ⁠ Kaneda has a special affinity for F1.

Phil Hill won the 1961 World Championship of Drivers [2] and Ferrari secured the 1961 International Cup for F1 Manufacturers, [3] both victories achieved with the 156. [4] The 1961 version was affectionately dubbed "sharknose" due to its characteristic air intake "nostrils".