Spoils of War Draco AK-47

"Spoils of War Draco" is a wall-mount sculpture by artist Bran, featuring a decommissioned AK-47 mounted on a white base. This work, currently exhibited in Los Angeles, transforms the weapon into a powerful symbol of the intersection between conflict and commerce. The AK-47, sourced from a conflict zone, is meticulously collaged with real, burnt dollar bills, representing the destructive economic forces behind war.

The bullets are replaced with commodities like opium, oil, and diamonds, highlighting the global trade's impact on violence. The sculpture challenges viewers to consider their own role in this complex dynamic.

Bullet Fillings: 

1. Earth

2. In God We Trust

3. Cocaine

4. Gold

5. Diamonds

6. Oil

7. Poppy Seeds