Brendan Murphy’s “Frozen With Desire” Takes Bitcoin Blockchain by Storm

Celebrated artist Brendan Murphy is introducing his renowned artistic flair to the Bitcoin blockchain with the release of his latest collection, “Frozen With Desire,” leveraging the cutting-edge Ordinals protocol. This collection, which comprises 3,100 Bitcoin Ordinal inscriptions, is set to enchant with its “Bitcoin Spacemen” illustrations, directly inspired by Murphy’s physical “Frozen With Desire” sculpture.

Murphy’s iconic four-foot-tall astronaut sculpture, encrusted with 6,200 diamonds totaling 517 carats and valued at a staggering $25 million, was showcased at Saks Fifth Avenue in 2021. This transition from a tangible sculpture to digital art marks a significant evolution in Murphy’s artistic journey, following his “Boonji Project” of 11,111 unique NFTs on the Ethereum blockchain.

Launch Details and Blockchain Innovation

Scheduled for release on July 18, the FWD collection will be available on the Magic Eden marketplace, priced at 0.00144 BTC (about $92). Each digital piece will not only embody the artistic essence of the sculpture but also grant owners access to a digital 3D recreation of it. “It’s been scanned so that all the diamonds, all the fittings, everything looks exactly as is,” explained SpaceCat, the pseudonymous project team lead. This meticulous digital representation aims to immortalize one of the world’s most lavish art pieces on one of the most robust blockchains.

The project heralds a significant cultural shift as digital art gains traction and recognition within traditional art circles. SpaceCat observed that galleries, initially skeptical, are now increasingly embracing digital art, showcasing these works alongside traditional media.

For enthusiasts and collectors, ownership of a spaceman mint includes the opportunity to claim a physical piece of fine art from Murphy at one of his 13 global galleries. This blend of digital and physical art showcases Murphy’s innovative approach to expanding the accessibility and interactivity of art through technology.

Owners of the FWD 3D Ordinal will also gain early access to Ordia, a new platform that empowers them to influence the future iterations of the “Frozen With Desire” sculpture. This initiative not only enhances the value of owning a piece from the collection but also fosters a community-driven approach to art development.

Murphy’s venture into Bitcoin Ordinals with the FWD collection represents a pioneering step in merging the realms of fine art and blockchain technology, promising a vibrant and dynamic future for both sectors.