RICHARD L. MINNS
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Cubic Man
Twice Life-Size
Rust Patina to resemble Wood Carving
Bronze, 62 high x 32 x 32 cm, 2001
24.5 high x 12.5 x 12.5 inches

Description of Sculpture:
Richard has used an entirely different technique to create this twice-life-size portrait, which is amazingly recognizable and true to life. Modelled in clay, the artist worked the clay as he would work with stone or wood. In clay, the artist adds masses. In stone or wood, the artist cuts away masses. Here, the artist has avoided curves. Everything is squared off as if carved out of wood. By applying a rust patina, the finished bronze looks like it has, indeed, been carved out of wood and at first glance the viewer is convinced that the sculpture is of polished redwood.

Artist's Interpretation:
“This was a challenge in discipline. My goal was to create a man's head, twice actual size, in clay, using a technique one normally reserves for stone, marble and wood. I wanted everything to be cubistic, breaking all elements into cubistic planes: The head, ears, eyes, nose, mouth, chin, neck. I figured I could produce a good piece of art, for art's sake, but I also wanted to produce an instantly recognizable portrait. I hope that you will agree from the attached photographs of the model that the portrait is fully recognizable. “

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