Untitled XX. From the Series Chiromorphose, 2010

Nico Baixas / Gos-com-fuig  

Untitled XX (s-m19-S2-0006) 2010 by Nico Baixas From the Series Chiromorphose Archival Pigment Print on Hahnemuhle fine art paper Sheet size: 100 H cm x 100 W cm. Image size: 90 H cm x 90 W cm. Edition of 5 + 1AP Unframed Black & White photography More Editions & Sizes: Small size: 50 H cm x 50 W cm. Edition of 20 + 1AP "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 captivating artwork features a monochromatic image of two hands forming symmetrical loops with fingers, resembling binoculars. Positioned against a stark white background, the hands create a playful yet mesmerizing focal point. The elongated fingers and delicate hand positioning convey a sense of elegance and poise. The grayscale palette highlights the intricate details of the fingers and the subtle textures of the skin, while the symmetry evokes a sense of balance and harmony. The simplicity of the composition draws attention to the fluid lines and natural curves, engaging the viewer’s curiosity. The artist cleverly transforms a mundane gesture into an intriguing visual spectacle, demonstrating the expressive potential of human hands. This piece successfully blurs the line between photography and fine art, showcasing the beauty of minimalism and the power of creative reinterpretation.