Planetary Values – 0 Euro Bill / (Cohesion) is a unique approach to global politics. It focuses on the euro bill, one of the main currencies in the world economy. This project highlights the contradiction in the stability of the European Union’s constitution by using laser cutting to create perforations in the bills, which are then illuminated by LED lights. The series aims to point out the legitimacy and symbolic significance of the state. It does so by connecting the symbolism of currency with democracy and the economy, as well as with the values and commitments made by governments around the world after World War II. The word “Cohesion” can only be seen when illuminated, emphasizing its fragile nature. This initiative turns the bill into a seemingly useless object and invites us to consider its global significance. The work questions the ideals of peace, well-being, and democracy that nations claim to uphold for their citizens, suggesting that these ideals may not be fully realized when constrained by economic and social changes.
Additional Artworks
From Jorge Luis Vaca Forero
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Colombia 2025., c. 2025
Intaglio
71 x 51 cm (27.95 x 20.08 in)
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Ausencias - Coca Cola Colombia / Rojo 100 x 30., 2025
Paper Cutting, light
33 x 103 x 5 cm (12.99 x 40.55 x 1.97 in)
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Bordado - Escudo Nacional 1824, c. 2024
Embroidery in paper.
53 x 59 x 2 cm (20.87 x 23.23 x 0.79 in)
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Bordado - Escudo de la Regeneración Pequeño., c. 2024
Embroidery in paper.
23 x 29 x 1 cm (9.06 x 11.42 x 0.39 in)
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Planetary Values- 5 Euro Bill - Consent, c. 2024
Euro Bill, Paper, Laser Cutting, Light.
13 x 18 x 3 cm (5.12 x 7.09 x 1.18 in)
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Planetary Values- 5 Euro Bill - Citizen, c. 2024
Euro Bill, Paper, Laser Cutting, Light.
13 x 18 x 3 cm (5.12 x 7.09 x 1.18 in)
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Planetary Values- 5 Euro Bill - Freedom, c. 2024
Euro Bill, Paper, Laser Cutting, Light.
13 x 18 x 3 cm (5.12 x 7.09 x 1.18 in)
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Planetary Values- 5 Euro Bill - State, c. 2024
Euro Bill, Paper, Laser Cutting, Light.
13 x 18 x 3 cm (5.12 x 7.09 x 1.18 in)