PROGECT
"COPPER IN OBLIVION"
MATERIALS:
plaster, acrylic, varnish, copper leaf, epoxy
plaster, acrylic, varnish, copper leaf, epoxy
Conceptual, with archaic elements and the symbolism of ancient rituals. The use of textures simulating the loss of precious coatings over the centuries and lines symbolizing the repositories of memory and historical codes.
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the silent monument to vanished civilizations
"COPPER IN OBLIVION"
This work is a silent monument to vanished civilizations, whose rituals and beliefs are now shrouded in the dust of time. It takes the form of an altar, covered in ancient copper that has eroded and decayed over the centuries, leaving behind fine lines and scratches—traces of sacrifices over the ages. Perhaps these lines are not simply runes or symbols, but symbols of true history, imbued with "liquid copper"—the remnants of the solar energy that once filled their cults. Their hidden essence is messages from other peoples, encoded in patterns that hold the secrets of bygone times.
The work invites the viewer to touch an ancient world, where copper symbolized the sun, divine power, and vanished civilizations left behind a legacy—frozen in stone and metal, yet preserving the memory of their existence.
The work invites the viewer to touch an ancient world, where copper symbolized the sun, divine power, and vanished civilizations left behind a legacy—frozen in stone and metal, yet preserving the memory of their existence.
Conceptual narrative:
"Copper in Oblivion" is a monumental wall sculpture in the form of an open tondo, a profound artistic exploration of memory, decay, and hidden beauty. The dramatic silhouette of an open ring represents fragments of a larger, forgotten cosmic system or an ancient industrial artifact. The composition contrasts the underlying abyss of unyielding black with a vibrant, textured explosion of weathered copper, symbolizing the unquenchable spark of creativity piercing the dust of oblivion. This impressive work of art imbues premium interiors with an atmosphere of raw, brutalist luxury, heavy industrial chic, and sophisticated avant-garde drama.
Visual and Sculptural Impact:
The artwork has a substantial overall thickness of 7 cm (2.8 inches), transforming a flat vertical surface into a highly tactile topographical canvas. Intricate, hand-carved textures are covered in high-quality copper/rose gold metallic foil (thale) over a deep black acrylic base. The entire panel is completely coated with a thick layer of high-quality, museum-quality, hypoallergenic, odorless resin. This creates a mesmerizing, mirror-like surface with a "wet look" effect that highlights every tiny crack and crater, causing the copper to shimmer like liquid metal flowing across volcanic rock as the light angle changes throughout the day.
Technique and Craftsmanship:
Meticulously handcrafted through an intensive, highly skilled, multi-week sculpting process. The plywood base is custom-made. The sculpture features an internal, point-reinforced structure, guaranteeing absolute structural strength under a 7 kg weight, specifically designed to safely distribute the load around an open central curve. The complex, aged relief is created using high-quality polymer compounds, followed by precise hand-sculpting and texturing to create radial ridges and a rough texture. The panel is then coated with high-strength cement and structural gypsum mixtures, painted with water-soluble pigments, gold-plated, and sealed with high-gloss resin to create a wet-look effect and ensure absolute durability and UV resistance.
"Copper in Oblivion" is a monumental wall sculpture in the form of an open tondo, a profound artistic exploration of memory, decay, and hidden beauty. The dramatic silhouette of an open ring represents fragments of a larger, forgotten cosmic system or an ancient industrial artifact. The composition contrasts the underlying abyss of unyielding black with a vibrant, textured explosion of weathered copper, symbolizing the unquenchable spark of creativity piercing the dust of oblivion. This impressive work of art imbues premium interiors with an atmosphere of raw, brutalist luxury, heavy industrial chic, and sophisticated avant-garde drama.
Visual and Sculptural Impact:
The artwork has a substantial overall thickness of 7 cm (2.8 inches), transforming a flat vertical surface into a highly tactile topographical canvas. Intricate, hand-carved textures are covered in high-quality copper/rose gold metallic foil (thale) over a deep black acrylic base. The entire panel is completely coated with a thick layer of high-quality, museum-quality, hypoallergenic, odorless resin. This creates a mesmerizing, mirror-like surface with a "wet look" effect that highlights every tiny crack and crater, causing the copper to shimmer like liquid metal flowing across volcanic rock as the light angle changes throughout the day.
Technique and Craftsmanship:
Meticulously handcrafted through an intensive, highly skilled, multi-week sculpting process. The plywood base is custom-made. The sculpture features an internal, point-reinforced structure, guaranteeing absolute structural strength under a 7 kg weight, specifically designed to safely distribute the load around an open central curve. The complex, aged relief is created using high-quality polymer compounds, followed by precise hand-sculpting and texturing to create radial ridges and a rough texture. The panel is then coated with high-strength cement and structural gypsum mixtures, painted with water-soluble pigments, gold-plated, and sealed with high-gloss resin to create a wet-look effect and ensure absolute durability and UV resistance.
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Hand-sculpted, high-relief mixed-material sculpture (plywood, polymers, plaster, cement, metal foil, hypoallergenic resin, water-based acrylic paints)
- Frame: Unframed. The clean, sculptural copper and black edges are fully finished, transforming the artwork into an elegant architectural accent on the wall.
- Installation: Ready to hang. Equipped with an industrial metal hanging system tested to withstand up to 40 kg (88 lbs), ensuring maximum structural security and a perfectly tight fit.
- Authenticity: Signed by the artist on the back. Accompanied by a signed certificate of authenticity.
100 x 100 x 7 cm. / 39.4" x 39.4" x 2.8"
7 kg / 15.4 lbs
