Auction Event Art
"Sunrise Through the Fog" by Rebecca Fox
- Item Number
- 504
- Estimated Value
- 1100 USD
- Sold
- 1100 USD to Live Event Bidder
Item Description
2013, Welded Steel, Patina, Lacquer, Wax, 8.75 x 18
Item Special Note
Artist Statement: My work explores the contradiction of material & process by transforming steel to appear soft & delicate, resulting in work that evokes contemplation, balance & calm. Metal is a contradiction in itself; it is a hard heavy material but with the perfect combination of heat, gases & tools, it can be manipulated, melted, formed & changed. I continuously push the boundaries of the material by transforming it to appear light & delicate. I achieve this by using my various metalworking tools to heat, bend, weld & alter the material, often composing pieces that have flowing lines combined with contrasting textural elements. A large part of my work is about the process: hiding & grinding down welds to give the piece a look of continuous flow which encourages contemplation & further investigation into the material, process & form. By applying various patinas, chemicals & finishes, I further soften the material & give the work a cohesive look & feel. There is a very common shape that can be seen in most of my work: the circle. By manipulating the circle in various configurations, I use minimal positive & negative space to play upon tension, balance & form. The circle also helps to achieve the contrast of material vs. form by invoking a sense of continuousness, calmness & tranquility.
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