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Pleated vessel form Pleated vessel form

Pleated vessel form

James Cox

Art Funded
2002
Dimensions
53 x 31 x 27 cm
Art Fund grant
£450 (Total: £1,800)
Vendor
James Cox
The vessel has a strong sculptural presence, taking on an almost human form with its suggested neck, body and twisted shoulders.

It has been constructed from pleated fabric over a resin form. The iridescent surface qualities and the uneven metallic rim are indicative of mineral deposits, lava flow or bubbling seafoam.

Provenance

Direct from the artist.

Electroformed copper, silver plated

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Image credit

1 . Pleated vessel form

© The artist

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