Calm As A Tomb - By Ben Carpenter

Each spike on this heavy sculpture was turned on the lathe, then inserted into a hole drilled in the body. Each joint was then meticulously detailed to ensure a flowing line from all angles. Calm has a mathematical regularity found in many organisms. I am fascinated by this "biological geometry" and this piece signals the beginning of my exploration of this concept. Unlike the spikes on 'Dragon's Egg,' the spikes have radial symmetry. The maple burl used for the body was picked for it's dense pattern of eyes and tight grained figure. The three smooth panels between the spikes are like murals and each has an explosive grain cross-section.

Style
Abstract

Dimensions
13"x7"

Materials
Maple burl and Ebony

Price

$2600