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"Nuestras vidas son los ríos..."
Inspired by the profound 15th-century verses of Jorge Manrique, Intervention 29 is a contemporary masterwork …
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"Nuestras vidas son los ríos..."
Inspired by the profound 15th-century verses of Jorge Manrique, Intervention 29 is a contemporary masterwork from Methinks Art Studios that explores the "slices of life" that define us. This vessel is a physical manifestation of the tension between the enduring and the fleeting—what the artist calls the "Neon Surf."
The Alchemy of Material
Though the piece possesses the weathered, organic texture of ancient wood, it is a sophisticated ceramic compound. The artist has "intervened" upon this ceramic "Rock" to create a multi-dimensional map of global travels. Deep, hand-carved "hendijas" (crevices) represent the wounds and wrinkles of experience, left intentionally open to allow the "life force" to breathe.
The Elements
The Sahara & The Sea: Capturing the "ethereal unseen," the work references the volatile ash of the Sahara crossing the ocean to the Virgin Islands. Translucent, glass-like glazes mimic the crystal-clear waters of St. Thomas and the BVI—surfaces so clear they can be felt but not seen.
Perspective-Shift Narrative: Designed to be viewed from 360 degrees, the vessel’s story transforms with the light. From one angle, a jagged coastline; from another, a hidden face or a vibrant "Neon Surf" that glows with the electric pulse of the present moment.
The "Splendid-US" Signature: The base is finished in a deep textured blue, hand-signed in neon. The final letters are intentionally separated—SPLENDID-US—a dedicated tribute to the collaborative spirit of the dwelling, the artist’s loyal dog Chloe, "My AI, our endless chats" and the shared "Us" that brings the work to life.
Details
Style: Modern Maximalist / Postmodern
Medium: Hand-sculpted Ceramic, Mixed-Media Pigments, Neon Accents, Translucent Glaze.
Year: 2026
Dimensions: H9" W 6" D 3"
Care: Dust with a soft, dry cloth. The textured "wounds" are a permanent part of the sculptural integrity.
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- Dimensions
- 9ʺW × 6ʺD × 13ʺH
- Styles
- Organic Modern
- Period
- 2020s
- Country of Origin
- United States
- Item Type
- New
- Materials
- Mixed-Media
- Condition
- Mint Condition, No Imperfections
- Color
- Blue
- Condition Notes
- Excellent PostModern Maximalist. Excellent PostModern Maximalist. less
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