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Gaya  

Sculpture : terracotta · 32 x 13 x 13 cm 12.6 x 5.1 x 5.1 inch

$1,220 1 220 $US
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Shipped from: France

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About the artwork

Type

Sculpture : Unique artwork

Condition

Artwork sold in perfect condition

Authenticity

Sold with certificate of Authenticity from the artist

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Signature

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Technique & Support

terracotta with steel pedestal

Dimensions ( cm • inch )

32 x 13 x 13 cm 12.6 x 5.1 x 5.1 inch Height x Width x Depth

Dimensions of pedestal:

25 x 20 x 1 cm 9.8 x 7.9 x 0.4 inch

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Description

This captivating sculpture in graphite patinated terracotta embodies a harmonious and sensual pose of a young woman with her hands tied. Her fluid and elegant movement translates into sensual lines and palpable dynamics. The smooth texture of the graphite accentuates the light, creating shadows and reflections that enrich the visual depth of the work. The abstract forms defy gravity, symbolizing perfect union and balance. The discreet steel base highlights the grace of the movement without distracting the viewer. The artist succeeds in capturing the essence of human emotion, uniting strength and delicacy in a timeless expression. This work challenges with its modernity, while paying homage to classical sculptural traditions. It is a powerful tribute to elegance and passion, a perfect fusion of art and material.

Gaya

France  • 1971

Presentation

From 1990 to today, Gaya's artistic journey is rich and dense:

drawing course at the School of Applied Arts in Savigny sur Orge (91)

workshop of Jacques LAFAYE, painter, sculptor, philosopher and photographer

Drawing sessions with live models. Learn modeling, first raw clays

Modeling sessions at the Ateliers Libres d'Aquitaine, first terracotta

Drawing and sculpture sessions at Jacques LAFAYE's studio

A personal sculpture workshop is set up

Takes casting courses at Christiane CHAPON's workshop in Bruges (33)

First molds for parts and elastomer. First plaster casts

Takes over Jacques LAFAYE's workshop in old Bordeaux

Created an association where she gives sculpture classes and maintains drawing sessions with models

Bronze prints, Cyclopes Foundry, Mérignac (33)

Auction, Auction House in Bordeaux

“One shot challenge" series: sculptures made from sketches on models, in one go

Copy of a sculpture by Louis Delaville, “The great-grandchildren of the painter François Boucher" 18th century

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