FOREVER YOUNG – THE PARADOX

Description

This sculptural assemblage is a symphony of textures, a celebration of the avant-garde. The crystalline adornments are meticulously applied, catching the light with a refined sparkle that brings a sense of luxury and opulence to the piece. They are like droplets of dew on a spider’s web at dawn, delicate yet striking.

The shredded canvas elements suggest a rebellion against the confines of the traditional two-dimensional medium, with each strip dancing around the core structure like ribbons in the wind. These fragments bear the history of oil paints that have been masterfully stroked and then deconstructed, adding a narrative depth that is both enigmatic and poetic.

The palette appears intentional, with possibly muted earth tones set against flashes of iridescence from the crystals, evoking the palette of a Renaissance painting struck by sunlight. The piece exudes a baroque sensibility, with its excess and flamboyance, yet it is reined in by a contemporary restraint that keeps it from tipping into pure decadence.

Altogether, the sculpture is an exquisite paradox, a tactile feast that invites the viewer to ponder its provenance and to lose themselves in its layered complexity. It is a testament to the beauty found in the juxtaposition of order and chaos, the past and the present, the enduring and the ephemeral.

THE PARADOX:

Marianne Nems’ artistic vision of interconnectivity among disparate elements is a captivating exploration of the relationship between materials and the human mind. Her innovative use of materials, such as stainless steel, crystal inserts, thrifted canvas, and gilded gold leaf, creates sculptures that defy the limits of traditional art, transporting the observer on a mystical journey into a world of endless possibilities. Nems’ sculptures represent a metaphor for the interconnectivity of the mind, with each material representing a different aspect of the mind, all working together to create a cohesive whole. Her sculptures also reflect the paradoxical relationship between material possessions and the human spirit, highlighting the stark contrast between affluence and deprivation, symbolizing the disparities between social classes. Through her art, Nems creates a beguiling duality that speaks to the human desire for connection, utilizing materials to create a language of their own that communicates complex emotions and ideas. Her work is a powerful testament to the interdependence of materials and the human mind.