2012GIULIA
Between copper tiles and suspended spaces, the figure resurfaces. The void does not interrupt the image: it reveals its essence.
Giulia
Copper – Iron oxides and Sulfide – Natural patina
H190-W85-D40
GIULIAGALLERY
The sculpture Giulia belongs to the fragmented sculptures created using pre-cut pieces welded together to reconstruct the original morphology studied in clay. Like all my sculptures, the sculpture of Giulia is created starting from a clay model, which is then duplicated using heat-resistant silicone.
Subsequently, a special compound designed and developed by me is poured into the mold, capable of resisting the heat of the welding torch even when applied to narrow areas of it. At this point, I proceed to cut the individual copper tiles or sheet metal parts intended for the reassembly of the sculpture itself.
The fragments are adapted to the positive shape of the refractory lining by hammering. Once adapted, the fragments are welded together using a silver-based solder. Little by little, the initial form projected in clay re-emerges. Its physiognomy can be glimpsed due to the shortages and voids between the individual tiles. But the missing part is our goal: the void between the planes is a silent, yet no less effective, communication.
EXPRESSIONIN WORKGIULIAFRAGMENTS
The technique is based on the use of copper fragments that are generally regular.
After duplicating the original model made of clay, a duplicate is
cast using a material that is refractory to heat but resistant enough to support the hammering required to adapt each individual copper plate.
The individual plates are then placed onto the refractory reproduction of the original model, adapted with a hammer, and, after being heated, welded to one another.
In this way, the human figure, the face, or other subjects are reconstructed.
The correct relationship between the fullness determined by the plates and the emptiness left between them is crucial.
AWARDS AND RECOGNITIONS
ARTWORKGIULIAAWARDS
Paolo Miceli takes part in the 30th edition of the Premio Firenze.
He wins the Golden Florin, placing first in the Sculpture section.
2012 – 30th Golden Florin – City of Florence
1st place, Sculpture section – Palazzo Vecchio, Florence.
2012 – Open Art Prize – 3rd place, Sale del Bramante, Rome
2013 – Primal Energy Prize – Finalist, Piombino
