This striking contemporary sculpture presents a compelling portrait bust crafted from plaster, crackle paste, and glass. The piece explores themes of perception and concealment, featuring a blindfolded figure that commands attention through its raw, textured materiality. The artwork is constructed using a heavily textured white plaster base, enhanced with crackle paste to create a deeply fissured, aged surface across the face and hair. A dramatic contrast is achieved through the thick, black blindfold embedded with shards of dark glass, adding a sharp, reflective quality against the matte white finish. The bust is mounted on a solid, textured black rectangular base, bearing the artist's nameplate on the reverse. The sculpture remains in great condition, with the intentional cracking and rough textures integral to the artist's vision. The structural integrity of the piece is solid, and the glass elements are securely set within the composition. This thought-provoking artwork serves as a powerful focal point in a modern or eclectic interior. Its monochromatic palette and brutalist undertones make it an excellent addition to a minimalist space, a curated gallery wall, or a dedicated art pedestal.
Specifications
ConditionVery goodColorsBlack, WhiteMaterialGlass, OtherNumber of items1OrientationPortraitArt sizeMediumHeight54 cmWidth20 cmDepth24 cm