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Repousse panel, 'The Farmer's Friend'
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Daily life customs of centuries ago inspire this fine repouss� panel by Thiva Boonnak. The versatile Thai artist creates a scene of vivid detail featuring farmers at work in a variety of tasks. "Some of these tasks have been replaced by technology," explains Boonnak. "However, the buffalo remains the farmer's friend." Arrives in a rain tree wood frame.
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Marble sculpture, 'Art of Capoeira I'
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The strength, power and rhythm of Capoeira exude from this extraordinary sculpture by Rodrigo Saramago. Proportion is skewed to evidence the man's developed muscles as he defies gravity in the "stand on two supports" position. Saramago sculpts this piece with an expert blend of marble and resin to highlight the skill and dexterity required of a Capoeira master. Capoeira is a form of martial art de... more...
The strength, power and rhythm of Capoeira exude from this extraordinary sculpture by Rodrigo Saramago. Proportion is skewed to evidence the man's developed muscles as he defies gravity in the "stand on two supports" position. Saramago sculpts this piece with an expert blend of marble and resin to highlight the skill and dexterity required of a Capoeira master. Capoeira is a form of martial art developed by slaves in Brazil. Specialized movements were disguised as a form of dance to avoid suspic less...
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Statuette, 'Alligator in the Sun'
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A primitive prehistoric creature, the alligator's imposing figure stretches lazily across a log. Anucha shapes the reptilian features by hand, achieving extraordinary detail and realistic color. Because each piece is individually created, slight variations confirm their originality and uniqueness.
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Wood statuette, 'Proud Mountain Goat'
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Head erect, a mighty mountain goat sniffs the air. Nyoman Karsa captures its majesty in an exquisite sculpture. Carved from Balinese suar wood, the animal boasts the long, curving horns of a mature male. Intelligent eyes gaze from the slender face as the artisan details bright eyes, tiny hooves, thick fur and tense tail.
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'Totem for Fishing'
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Ancient man identified with wildlife that served as family emblems; they perceived deep emotional bonds with the totemic animals. Layza Norbim's colorful abstract explores a totem for fishing, as man and fish appear in brilliant primary hues.
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'Guanabara Bay '
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Through this photograph, Anita Soares finds the perfect balance between architectural and natural beauty. Visiting Niter�i's Contemporary Art Museum, Soares espies a glimpse of Guanabara Bay and its tall mastiff, Sugar Loaf Hill, framed by a fountain's sinuous contours. White sailboats dot the sea's intense blue waves while a light mist begins to take over the Bay. Soares's eye for detail leads ... more...
Through this photograph, Anita Soares finds the perfect balance between architectural and natural beauty. Visiting Niter�i's Contemporary Art Museum, Soares espies a glimpse of Guanabara Bay and its tall mastiff, Sugar Loaf Hill, framed by a fountain's sinuous contours. White sailboats dot the sea's intense blue waves while a light mist begins to take over the Bay. Soares's eye for detail leads her in the attainment of a harmonious composition, resulting in a photograph of sublime artistry. Th less...
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Amethyst statuette, 'Lilac Skull'
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Amethyst lends its lilac glow to a sculpture by Guena. Symbolic of the passage from the living world to the realm of the dead, the skull image evokes a sense of mystery and secrecy, further enhanced by stone's natural energy. Thought to cleanse, purify, restructure and renew, amethyst brings harmony and awareness of the spiritual and the divine.
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'Sisal'
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Patricia Mado captures the regular pattern of woven sisal, discovering occasional broken strands and irregular fibers in black and white. The handsome composition is endlessly fascinating, masterfully created as a woodcut print.
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