Sculpture by Karen Canning 157 Artworks Sold

Delicate - Medium wire bowl

Metal, Metal

28cm (W) x 28cm (H) x 28cm (D)

Signed Certificate of Authenticity
A$330

Artwork Description

The delicate wire bowl sculpture is a stunning piece of art that is part of a larger series carrying the same name. This particular sculpture has a base made of copper wire, which has been carefully molded into the bowl shape. The copper wire base serves as the foundation, and the real magic comes from the delicate weaving of fine silver wire around it. The silver wire has been interlaced through the copper wire base, creating a mesmerizing pattern.

The size of the sculpture is 42 x 36 cm, and despite its fragile appearance, it is surprisingly robust to the touch. The delicate wire bowl sculpture is not only visually stunning but also serves as a testament to the artist's skill and attention to detail. It is a perfect example of how something delicate can also possess strength and durability. The sculpture could be displayed in many different environments, from a minimalist living room to an elegant dining room. Overall, the delicate wire bowl sculpture is a beautiful piece of art that is sure to captivate anyone who lays their eyes on it.

Artist Bio

Living on the picturesque escarpment of the Garden City of Toowoomba, in Queensland, Australia. Karen is married and the mother of three adult sons and a precious baby granddaughter.

Creativity has always been an essential part of Karen's life. Even from an early age it was apparent that this would be the direction her life would take her.

She has ventured down different creative paths including fashion design and window merchandising, but undoubtedly her visual arts practice is her main love.

For over 20 years she has explored different mediums including; acrylic paint, mixed media, textiles, wire art and encaustic wax.

Karen is fortunate to have an expansive studio space to work in and usually has several projects on the go at any given time. This of course can seem quite chaotic, but she is energised by the creative process and is never lost for ideas.

Experimentation is important in her process and she loves nothing more than creating beautiful and treasured objects from something unexpected or discarded.

Karen continues to explore new mediums and techniques to produce a diverse array of artwork.
Wire is used extensively in her work as she finds its versatility enables her to create sculptural and fluid pieces.

Karen's award winning art has been exhibited extensively and her commissioned pieces hang proudly in prominent residences and businesses here in Australia and abroad.

You can follow Karen on Instagram via https://www.instagram.com/karencanningatstudiofiftythree/ if you are interested in seeing more.