{"product_id":"david-gerstein-elegance","title":"Elegance","description":"\u003cp\u003eHand-painted cut-out aluminium wall sculpture by David Gerstein.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\" class=\"TextRun SCXW149861725 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW149861725 BCX0\"\u003eElegance transforms the unmistakable form of a high-heeled boot into a playful portrait of femininity. Its assured silhouette suggests strength and control, while the butterflies bring beauty, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW149861725 BCX0\"\u003eindividuality\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW149861725 BCX0\"\u003e and softness. Each butterfly is different - as individual as the people they can \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW149861725 BCX0\"\u003erepresent\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW149861725 BCX0\"\u003e - and their delicacy never diminishes the power of the complete form. Layering creates instant depth and allows the wings to overlap, while natural light changes their shadows throughout the day. Strength, control,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW149861725 BCX0\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun ContextualSpellingAndGrammarErrorV2Themed SCXW149861725 BCX0\"\u003ebeauty\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW149861725 BCX0\"\u003e and softness are held together in one poised, dynamic image.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"EOP Selected SCXW149861725 BCX0\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRenowned international artist David Gerstein began his career as a narrative figurative painter at a time when conceptual and abstract art were dominant. After years of exhibiting figurative canvases, he became frustrated with the limitations of the flat rectangle and started to ‘push painting into space’. This led first to painted wooden cut-out sculptures and, from 1995 onward, to his signature medium: hand-painted, laser-cut metal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith over 250 outdoor sculptures and 300 solo exhibitions, Gerstein’s global impact extends beyond the traditional boundaries of contemporary art. Pushing the limits of sculpture, his works are created through clever engineering. Bold contrasts emphasise the tension between elements, while vibrant pop colours create a sense of energy. The use of multiple layers creates depth and movement, drawing attention to the shadows that change depending on the lighting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGerstein’s art reflects his optimistic outlook and his ability to see the light in every situation, as he explains: ‘My mission is to bring beauty to the world, to bring joy, to bring life, to make life better, and I think that's the role of art - is to express beauty, and the world is so beautiful’.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"David Gerstein","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":65562949878109,"sku":"DGE-SLE-POR-39803","price":14650.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0883\/1906\/6461\/files\/DavidGersteinElegance143_30.jpg?v=1786617504","url":"https:\/\/www.castlefineart.com\/products\/david-gerstein-elegance","provider":"Castle Fine Art","version":"1.0","type":"link"}