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Mouna Rebeiz — A part être, The Betty Boop Collection XVIII
Mouna Rebeiz

A part être, The Betty Boop Collection XVIII

A mesmerizing oil on canvas by Mouna Rebeiz, this work from *A part être, The Betty Boop Collection XVIII* reimagines the iconic cartoon figure through a lens of psychological depth and feminine identity. Rebeiz transforms Betty Boop's familiar silhouette into a contemplative presence, layering rich, luminous paint to evoke both nostalgia and an introspective sense of selfhood. The result is a striking dialogue between popular culture and fine art, inviting the viewer to reconsider the complexity hidden beneath a beloved, seemingly simple image.

Medium
oil on canvas

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December 9, 2015

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Mouna Rebeiz, A part être, The Betty Boop Collection XVIII

A mesmerizing oil on canvas by Mouna Rebeiz, this work from *A part être, The Betty Boop Collection XVIII* reimagines the iconic cartoon figure through a lens of psychological depth and feminine identity. Rebeiz transforms Betty Boop's familiar silhouette into a contemplative presence, layering rich, luminous paint to evoke both nostalgia and an introspective sense of selfhood. The result is a striking dialogue between popular culture and fine art, inviting the viewer to reconsider the complexity hidden beneath a beloved, seemingly simple image.

Medium
oil on canvas
Seen at
Phillips, New York, London, Hong Kong

Related themes

Portrait Format, Figurative Painting, Cultural Commentary, Bold Colors, Contemporary Artist, Iconic Characters, Pop Art, Portrait, Female Artist, Lebanese Artist, Vibrant Colors, Playful Mood, Western Pop Culture, Oil on Canvas