Tuesday, 11 September 2012

Naum Gabo-Head No.2, 1966...

 
This is a 3-dimensional model that is made out of Cor-ten steel. This is a simplistic version of a woman’s head that was based on a charcoal drawing which did also include a hat and veil, even though this was left out of the sculpture. The head from the shoulders tilts slightly forward and at certain angles the neck is barely visible, the simple outline of this piece is edgy, straight and alert. There are 4 other versions of this piece, 2 of which Mrs Gabo still owns. At first it reminded me of Cubism as it contained all the elements of art: colour, line and shape. Cubism is a way of simplifying detail and can make many pieces look abstract. I like the use of geometric shapes being placed together to create something unique and simple, lacking over-use of detail.  

 


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