Metallic Paint on Cardboard, Resin and Metal
21 x 12 in
53 x 30 cm
US $ 8,600
In Señora Rodriguez, Canevari constructs a strikingly abstract figure using metal, cardboard, resin, and metallic paint. The skeletal structure of the head, built from interwoven metal strips, creates a sense of both openness and tension, as if the figure's face is held together by fragile lines. The dark blue metallic paint adds an industrial sheen, while the contrasting red eyes inject a dramatic, almost eerie presence. The piece stands on a circular base, reinforcing the upright, almost monumental stature of the figure. Despite the rigid materials, the work conveys movement, as the twisted metal forms seem to ripple and bend with dynamic energy.
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In Señora Rodriguez, Canevari constructs a strikingly abstract figure using metal, cardboard, resin, and metallic paint. The skeletal structure of the head, built from interwoven metal strips, creates a sense of both openness and tension, as if the figure's face is held together by fragile lines. The dark blue metallic paint adds an industrial sheen, while the contrasting red eyes inject a dramatic, almost eerie presence. The piece stands on a circular base, reinforcing the upright, almost monumental stature of the figure. Despite the rigid materials, the work conveys movement, as the twisted metal forms seem to ripple and bend with dynamic energy.
This piece evokes the sculptural experimentation of artists like David Smith, who similarly explored the fluidity of metal in abstract figuration. Canevari’s use of industrial materials like metal and resin mirrors the transformative quality found in Smith’s steel sculptures, but the incorporation of cardboard introduces an unexpected element, softening the otherwise rigid composition. The balance between open spaces and solid forms creates a feeling of lightness despite the weight of the materials, adding a sculptural complexity to the figure. In Señora Rodriguez, Canevari continues to push the boundaries of mixed media, blending modern industrial elements with surrealist figuration, creating a sculpture that feels at once human and mechanical.