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Ricky Swallow — Last of the Unnatural Acts
Ricky Swallow

Last of the Unnatural Acts

"Last of the Unnatural Acts" by Ricky Swallow is a striking work cast in bronze and mounted on wood, showcasing the artist's meticulous attention to surface detail and form. Swallow's masterful translation of organic and handcrafted textures into cast metal creates a tension between the permanence of bronze and the ephemeral qualities of the original subject matter. The piece reflects Swallow's ongoing exploration of mortality, craft, and the transformation of humble materials into enduring sculptural objects.

Medium
bronze, wood

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Contemporary Art Day Sale

June 28, 2013

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Ricky Swallow, Last of the Unnatural Acts

"Last of the Unnatural Acts" by Ricky Swallow is a striking work cast in bronze and mounted on wood, showcasing the artist's meticulous attention to surface detail and form. Swallow's masterful translation of organic and handcrafted textures into cast metal creates a tension between the permanence of bronze and the ephemeral qualities of the original subject matter. The piece reflects Swallow's ongoing exploration of mortality, craft, and the transformation of humble materials into enduring sculptural objects.

Medium
bronze, wood
Seen at
Phillips, New York, London, Hong Kong

Related themes

Figurative Sculpture, Wooden Pedestal, Australian Artist, Bronze Sculpture, Male Artist, Macabre Aesthetic, Conceptual Art, Dark Imagery, Contemporary Artist, Three Dimensional Work, Surrealist Influence, Mixed Media Sculpture

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