Corentin Bird Whimsical Textile Bird Sculpture, 2010s

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Corentin bird fabric, wadding, cardboard, buttons and trimming 23.62 h x 12.60 w x 11.81 d inches / 60 h … Read more Corentin bird fabric, wadding, cardboard, buttons and trimming 23.62 h x 12.60 w x 11.81 d inches / 60 h x 32 w x 30 d cm with its elegant silhouette, expressive character, and extraordinary attention to detail, corentin bird is a captivating textile sculpture by acclaimed french artist anne-valérie dupond. Created in 2019, this unique handmade work transforms humble fabrics and traditional craft materials into an imaginative contemporary sculpture that feels at once whimsical, poetic, and wonderfully alive. Constructed from fabric, wadding, cardboard, buttons, and decorative trimming, corentin bird showcases dupond's remarkable ability to create sculptural form entirely through textiles and handcraft. The sculpture's luminous white palette emphasizes the intricate layers of fabric, delicate stitching, braided details, and richly textured surfaces that define the artist's distinctive aesthetic. Buttons become expressive eyes, while carefully manipulated textiles create feathers, wings, and an elongated, almost fantastical avian form. Standing gracefully on its sculptural base, corentin bird possesses an unmistakable personality. Its slightly surreal proportions and elegant stance give the work the enchanting quality of a creature from a modern fairytale, while the meticulous handmade construction firmly establishes it within the tradition of contemporary fiber and textile art. Anne-valérie dupond is celebrated for her imaginative animal sculptures, which occupy a fascinating space between contemporary sculpture, textile art, fiber art, folk art, and decorative design. Her practice embraces the tactile qualities of fabric and the expressive possibilities of hand-stitching, transforming ordinary materials into highly original collectible works of art. At over two feet in height, corentin bird has an impressive vertical presence while retaining an intimate, playful character. It makes a sophisticated statement displayed on a pedestal, console, or plinth and would bring a sense of wit, movement, and handcrafted artistry to a contemporary, eclectic, or design-forward interior. For collectors of contemporary textile sculpture, french art, fiber art, animal sculpture, and unique mixed-media works, corentin bird is an exceptional example of dupond's ability to turn fabric, embellishment, and imagination into a singular sculptural personality. This piece is attributed to the mentioned designer/maker. It has no attribution mark and no
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