Over recent months I have shared my work on a what I call post sculptures. Both sculptures,
Razor's Edge and
Choosing a Path, are very simple and spare - made from a solid block Huon Pine and rusted iron with no other embellishments. As indicated in the earlier blogs both pieces reference the concepts of choice and life journeys. The Huon Pine posts are 900mm high and 160mm square. You don't often get such big pieces of Huon Pine given that most of it has to be salvaged - even from partially burnt logs.
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| Barry Smith © Razor's Edge |
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| Barry Smith © Choosing a Path |
Denis, a friend and art lover-collector, told me as soon as he saw the pieces that he just had to have them. Initially I thought he was just interested and that would be that. However, he perused the matter and said he definitely wanted both works. So after a generous offer regarding price, the works are packed for their journey to Melbourne. Always gives me a buzz to know that pieces I love myself are going to 'homes' that I know. In a way it is possible to maintain some link with the works. And of course great to sell work
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| Barry Smith © Choosing in the wrap |
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| Barry Smith © A pair of parcelled pieces |
Given that each piece is under 20kgs I should be able to send them through the post. They have many layers of art bubble wrap - heavy duty bubble wrap with an inner fibre lining. I had it stored away from the time Fiona and I moved from Canberra to Maleny almost 5 years ago.
Well done, Baz - two very beautiful pieces of work. xoxo
ReplyDeleteCongratulations on your 2 sales, Barry.
ReplyDeleteFrankly I didn't think these two would remain unsold for very long! Glad they go to a good home. News of sales is always good to hear!
ReplyDeleteIt's always hard to say Goodbye to the pieces we ourselves love. I always struggle with that. I had a beautiful shovel I did with Church Windows that was my favorite - it sold and I truly miss it. Guess that's the dilemma when we create with passion.
ReplyDeleteGoes to show that 'less is more' Barry. Simplicity personified!
ReplyDeletecongrats on the sales Barry!! it is wonderful to know that your art is going to a home that would love and appreciate them just as their maker have :) these are beautiful pieces and there was no doubt in my mind that they would find homes sooner or later :)
ReplyDeleteIt's always rewarding when someone feels that strongly about stuff they've just 'got to have it'... nice one B!!
ReplyDeleteAll - thanks for your congratulations and support. This response is coming via a very dodgy wifi signal in Hanoi. As many have said missing pieces we ourselves like is always eased by knowing they are enjoyed by and uplift those who buy them. There is so much art in this city - hope to share when internet is better. Go well. This look like it is coming from Fiona but it is actually me. B
ReplyDeleteThese pieces are compelling in their simplicity. Congratulations on your sales (so validating, isn't it?).
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