Aston Martin Vanquish inspires light sculpture

Aston Martin is known to inspire drivers and fans alike, so it probably comes as no surprise that one of the brand's models has inspired an artist as well.

The Aston Martin Vanquish was the 'muse' for British-American contemporary artist Anthony James' piece titled 'Reflections of Speed', which was unveiled at the prestigious Frieze art festival in Los Angeles.

'Reflections of Speed' is an immersive and huge sculpture measuring 5.4 metres by 2.6 metres. It took James over 12 months to create it in his studio in Los Angeles.

James brought the Vanquish to life by blending light, alchemy and modern materials, with every element from the smallest curve to the most intricate property being a result of careful craftsmanship.

The artwork was unveiled in front of a small audience and was displayed beside the swimming pool of Chateau Marmont, which is said to be the most exclusive hotel in West Hollywood.

James is known for looking towards the automotive world to find inspiration for his work, which primarily revolves around art and automotive design. Reflections of Speed follows James' work that previously adorned Q New York, Aston Martin's flagship luxury location on Park Avenue.

Marek Reichman, Executive Vice President and Chief Creative Officer at Aston Martin, said, "Vanquish is more than just a car - it's a sculpture in motion. Vanquish expresses true contemporary elegance through its proportional perfection, toned physique, broad stance, fluid curves and a striking silhouette."

"There is great passion in creating pure excitement, and this new Vanquish is a culmination of fearless creativity and human ingenuity. With its form shaped to evoke emotion, Vanquish - like any piece of art - aims to inspire and captivate."

Anthony James said, "This collaboration with Aston Martin is my most ambitious, technically advanced, and groundbreaking work to date. A true evolution of my practice. Reflections of Speed represents a major breakthrough in my career, pushing the boundaries of what is possible in automotive-inspired sculptures."

"Aston Martin itself is an art form, and in this collaboration, my goal is to celebrate the car from every perspective, seamlessly integrating it into my sculpture so that the two become one singular object. The artwork is designed to showcase the car from every angle, merging engineering with artistic expression in a way that has never been done before."

'Reflections of Speed' will be displayed to the public at the Petersen Automotive Museum in Los Angeles. It will be offered for sale later this year, with all proceeds going towards the museum and the LA Arts Community Fire Relief Fund.