Untitled XXIII. From the Series Chiromorphose, 2010

Nico Baixas / Gos-com-fuig  

Untitled XXIII (c-10-S2-0004) 2010 by Nico Baixas 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 More Sizes and Editions: Large size: 100 H cm x 100 W cm. Sheet size: 90 H cm x 90 W cm. Edition of 5 + 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 artwork presents a minimalist yet compelling depiction of two intertwined hands against a stark, neutral background. The precise rendering of the hands, with fingers gracefully bent to form a symmetrical pattern, draws immediate attention. The delicate interplay of light and shadow highlights the anatomical details, enhancing the tactile quality and evoking a sense of fluidity. The wrists, adorned with subtle, dark bands, add a modern touch, contrasting with the organic form of the hands. The composition, centered and balanced, creates a sense of harmony and unity, inviting reflection on themes of connection and expression. The monochromatic palette underscores the elegance of human form, while the minimalist approach ensures a universal resonance, making the piece both timeless and contemporary. This artwork captivates by transforming a simple gesture into a profound visual language.