Artwork details
- Medium : Plexiglas, Steel With Stand
- Dimensions : Length: 11in, Height: 22in, Depth: 4.7in
About this artwork
Female bust in polished pewter metal alloy with gold leaf. On a plexiglass plate that can be hung on the wall. Each sculpture is unique and delivered with its certificate of authenticity. Its cut and the way it is cast give the impression of being in front of an ancient statue damaged by time but which, despite the passage of centuries, has retained all its beauty. This has the particularity of having hundreds of micro casting explosions. An engraved…
plaque with brushed gold title will be stuck on the base. This work won first prize at the national uaicf show
Alain Mandon
France
Credentials
- Group shows participant
- Experienced Artist
- Prizewinner
- Solo shows participant
- Works on commission
« It is all about leaving a trace on the earth. »
Alain Manton is a nationally distinguished french sculptor. With his astonishing sculptures, made of recycled materials and applied silver and gold leaves, he illustrated the beauty of female bust. The idea for this project derived from taking a cast of his wife's torso, who underwent cancer. His sculptures evoque antique and rough aspects, while preserving the bodies beauty.