OAK MAN AND BEECH GIRL

Decorative objects transcend their familiar shapes and come to life in surreal shapes in the Griegst universe. Forming a natural extension of Arje Griegst’s expressive language, bronze candlesticks and silver trays are transformed into dramatic centrepiece works that showcase the artist’s dynamic and sensual art forms.

Early cire perdue pieces like Egemanden and Bøgepigen (The Oak Man and The Beech Girl) whose arms stretch into three branches are examples of the candlestick's inherent functionality not diminishing their sculptural quality. Organic lines trace along the candlestick, wrapping the bronze around the candle like a crisp leaf. The characteristic texture of the oak and bech trunk is depicted in great detail. The different leaves and acorns of both types of tree are executed with outstanding precision.

Height: 39 cm.