As the celebration of the 50th anniversary of hip-hop kicks off across the country, a nine-foot-tall sculpture “Sky’s the Limit” of rapper Christopher Wallace aka The Notorious B.I.G. aka Biggie Smalls was unveiled on Wednesday at Cadman Plaza, Downtown Brooklyn its temporary home.
A sonic sculpture inspired by and dedicated to the art, life, and legacy of this Brooklyn Hip Hop legend, the form and structure of Sky’s the Limit in the County of Kings challenges the traditions of western public sculpture by representing his African American artistry, lineage, and evolution as the “King of New York.” The crowned bust is traditionally sculpted, sitting atop an angular steel frame and supported by panels that highlight Wallace’s achievements and contemporaries. It invites the viewer to experience the larger-than-life artistry of B.I.G.’s contributions to and love of Brooklyn, hip-hop culture and community.
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Much fanfare accompanied the unveiling – there was a live DJ, remarks by the artist, along with activities for families and children at the event. It will be held from 4 – 5:30 pm.
The interactive artwork runs on solar power and features a mix of the Brooklyn native’s biggest hits. The sculpture will be on display until November 2023.
This exhibition is made possible by a grant from the Downtown Brooklyn + Dumbo Art Fund, led by Downtown Brooklyn Partnership and Dumbo Improvement District as part of New York State’s Downtown Revitalization Initiative.
