Mosaics- Whimsical

Item Description

Size: 9in circle

Media: Reclaimed china and dishware; scrap stained glass; tempered glass salvaged from auto wrecking yard; repurposed stainless steel knife hilt and fork tines; Italian glass millefiori; stainless steel ball chain; unglazed porcelain tile, Moroccan micro and nano tiles; rescued Pyrex microwave turntable; with sanded grout. Sealed for indoor use only.

Artist Statement:

This mosaic was consciously created out of a “polyglot” of random small bits and pieces (each one a unique and beautiful little treasure in it’s own way) so that when brought together, en masse, the pieces would grow together to create a strong and vibrant vision of a one-of-a-kind “tree” that reminds us of the beauty of our diversity, the wonder of our collaborative spirit and the timelessness of humanity. The round shape of the overall piece represents the one earth we share and the circle of life in which we are all intertwined. The stainless steel knife hilt “trunk” and fork tine “branches” suggest the strength and resiliency of our common lineage. The dark background was also specifically chosen to reassure us that while we may often feel that we are alone in the dark, either individually or collectively, when we take the time to look outside and beyond ourselves, we may see that the even the dark parts of our world can be punctuated by light, color and hope.

Bio: 

I create Mixed-Media Mosaics using primarily recycled, salvaged and reclaimed materials. I find mosaic work completely engrossing since it involves the heart in the passion of creation, the head in fitting together the elements of the puzzle and the hands in craftsmanship. My process is often different from that of other artists because I tend to work "backwards” — creating visions for finished pieces based on materials I find, rather than establishing a concept first and then obtaining the materials. Working with used stuff is challenging, but also infinitely rewarding as I enjoy a rich interaction with the materials as they take on new life.

Francesca De Lorme

Studio Fresca: Some Old Things…Fresh New Artitude!

website:  www.studiofresca.com

Vermont, USA

Item Special Note

Shipping Information:

• US/Domestic Shipments: This item will be shipped via USPS Priority Flat Rate. Current Flat Rate Fees for this item: Large/$14.95  A $5.00 packaging charge will be added to the Flat Rate fee. 

*6% Michigan sales tax will be charged on the total winning bid price (including shipping and handling) for all Michigan residents.

At the conclusion of the auction, local winning bidders may elect to arrange to pickup their mosaic art by contacting Lin Schorr: Lin@LinSchorr.com  or The Northville Art House at 248-344-0497

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