Untitled XXXV. From the series chiromorphose, 2010

Nico Baixas / Gos-com-fuig  

Untitled XXXV (nc-16-S1-0001). 2010 by Nico Baixas From the Series Chiromorphose Archival Pigment Print on Hahnemuhle fine art paper Sheet size: 50 H cm x 50 W cm. Image size: 45 H cm x 45 W cm. Edition of 20 + 1AP Unframed Black & White photography. "Chiromorphose" 2010 Nico Baixas / Gos-com-fuig (Photographies by Mara Sanchez-Renero) 

This work explores the sculptural capacities of the hands. Stripping them from their symbolism or the functions for which they are normally used, I explored them like someone examining a foreign body, searching for their limits and pushing them in different directions. To do this, I used opposed sculptural concepts like straight-curved, and simple-complex; searched for the interconnection between fingers, and the balance between distances, and tried to generate geometric shapes and textures. At times, I would find shapes that were like doors opening onto a myriad of new possibilities. Throughout the process, I discovered a world of fingers that transformed reality taking it to another level. It is an abstract development, I didn't try to make the forms resemble known things. Despite this, the results are very suggestive, sometimes they look like architectural constructions or industrial designs, shells, corals, branches, flowers, masks. This effect is produced because many of these real objects are made with the same proportions or mathematical patterns inherent in nature. This is a question that interested me a lot. The fact that the distance of the finger bones coincides with the Fibonacci numbers, related to the golden ratio, which the Greeks and Renaissance considered the ideal of beauty, gives these shapes a special balance and perhaps a divine dimension.

This artwork presents an intriguing study of human hands intricately posed against a stark, monochrome background. The focus is on the interplay of fingers, which form a symmetrical, geometric shape, evoking a sense of balance and precision. The hands, captured in striking detail, contrast sharply with the background, emphasizing their elegant form and the subtle texture of the skin. The sleeves, visible only partially, add a touch of context, suggesting simplicity and focus on the subject. The grayscale palette amplifies the visual impact, stripping away distractions and highlighting the exceptional composition. This work is a compelling exploration of shape and form, inviting viewers to ponder the language of gestures and the expressive capability of human hands. The deliberate framing and positioning evoke a sense of harmony, making this piece both aesthetically pleasing and thought-provoking.