Incipient Dyad No.3, 2025
Sculpture : wood · 25.5 x 23.5 x 7.5 cm 10 x 9.3 x 3 inch
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Sculpture : Unique artwork
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Artwork sold in perfect condition
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wood , without pedestal
Dimensions ( cm • inch )
25.5 x 23.5 x 7.5 cm 10 x 9.3 x 3 inch Height x Width x Depth
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Description
Incipient Dyad No.3 was carved with hand tools and finished carefully with fine sandpaper to achieve its smooth and sensitive surface curvature.
When exploring sketches before arriving at this form, I was focused on the intimate relationship between the two parts (and the inherent inner space). It was after contemplating on the final drawing when the title "Incipient Dyad" came to mind, which of course implies a motion of pulling apart. However, whether they would theoretically succeed in their separation or not will be left to the interpretation of the viewer.
Another feature of the piece, the decision of which came at the beginning of the carving process, is the tilt of the smaller of the two parts (as seen in the side views of the piece). Since this is a depth decision, it was not clearly contained within the front-view drawing. The shifted tension which this tilt creates, encompasses that sense of disjointed unity which continues to reveal itself throughout the various aspects of the form, material and work.
The joint on the right side of the piece is bordered by contrasting light and dark colours (as seen from the front view in the first photo). This visual element gives a stronger sense of verticality and modern flare to the piece.
Over time I have come to understand more deeply a fascinating aspect of art, which is the subtle nature of form. Sometimes there is a very fine line between an aesthetically robust form and one without much visual strength. With Incipient Dyad No.3, that fine line between aesthetic strength and weakness, where the slightest deviation from the drawing would result in a lost shape, was very much present. I think this sensitivity of form is a reflection of firstly the holistic interaction between the elements and characteristics of the form, and then also of the communication of the whole form with us, the experiencers.
Handle with care. Fingernail scratches will leave marks in the natural softwood surface. The piece is signed on the bottom including the year of creation. It will work well at any viewing height. This piece also takes a wide variety of lighting arrangements well. Experimenting to find a preferential lighting arrangement is enjoyable! Dust with a soft cloth and keep a reasonable distance from heat sources. Ships in a well protected box.
Presentation
Upon completion of an honours degree in Design from York University / Sheridan College in 2005, Mike lived in Japan to deepen his studies of the unique culture. After his return to Canada, the deeply imprinted memories of the Japanese gardens, architecture and arts began to emerge through his woodcraft and visual arts. The wood sculptures Mike has been carving since 2017—inspired by yoga, modern art and metaphysical philosophy—have been well received from the beginning of their career and have continued to mutate and evolve ever since. The work has been shown in YVR International Airport; at Ki Gallery in Cully, Switzerland; Craft Council of British Columbia; and Dalbergia: Fine Wood & Objects; and is on permanent display on the Ritz-Carlton Super Yacht Evrima, in Infinity House in Boca Raton - Florida, and in the lobby of Suncadia Resort in Washington.
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