Sunday, November 23, 2008

Artist "kills Winehouse"


(Friday November 21, 2008 06:38 PM)

A new work of art portraying Amy Winehouse shot dead has been unveiled in New York City.

The sculpture captures the infamous singer in a pool of blood, having been killed by US writer William S Burroughs.

The artist behind the work, Marco Perego, said he created "The Only Good Rock Star Is A Dead Rock Star" as a "warning" to Winehouse.

Amy's spokesperson gave their reaction to the piece, commenting: "It's a funny kind of tribute.

"The artist seems in thrall to a tabloid persona that is not the real Amy. People often use her image to sell their work."

Valued at £100,000, the sculpture is on display at the Half Gallery on Manhattan's Lower East Side.

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