Orbe n°2, 2021

Fanny Finkelman Szyller  

ORBE N°2, by Fanny Finkelman Szyller Intervened steel with pigments, oxides, and gold laminate on wood Dimensions: 46 H x 46 W x 4.8 D cm. 

This mesmerizing artwork presents a circular canvas filled with cosmic mystique. Dominated by velvety blacks, it evokes the depths of space. Swirls of rich indigo and subtle cobalt emerge like celestial bodies moving through the vastness, while hints of shimmering gold and bronze suggest distant stars and nebulae. The interplay of dark and light colors creates a dynamic sense of motion, as if capturing the universe in perpetual dance. This piece's unique aspect lies in its ability to convey both the expansive and the intimate, inviting the viewer to ponder the infinite while appreciating the minute details. The contrast between the luminous highlights and the shadowy depths imbues the piece with a captivating, almost otherworldly allure. This artwork stands out as an exploration of space and time, offering a profound visual journey into the cosmos.

Fanny Finkelman's sculptures are the result of a continuous exploration of the many materials with which the artist has worked over the years. The artist's three-dimensional sculptures are full of transparency through the combination of various materials and objects that have been thrown away. Adding color to each piece is essential, but within the aesthetic context that controls the final form.