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CRUX

$40,000.00

Carrara marble

37"h X 17"w X 10"d, 2012

Artist Statement

I wanted to symbolize how we each reach and strive for goals in our lives and how there is always that crux point where we either succeed or fail. I was trying to create the feeling of an old-fashioned spinning top that is just at the point where it starts to lose momentum, and the point kicks out at the bottom. And so it is the idea of all of this energy spinning up from an abstract shape at the bottom into a figurative hand at the top, reaching for a goal. I added the ribbon to help create movement and add drama and interest (and to see if I could technically pull off making a very thin translucent ribbon in stone without it breaking!)  mainly to make the sculpture more interesting and to see how thin I could get the marble without breaking it. The ribbon can also be seen to symbolize a ribbon that is often given out as a prize in a competition.

— Doug Thielscher

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Carrara marble

37"h X 17"w X 10"d, 2012

Artist Statement

I wanted to symbolize how we each reach and strive for goals in our lives and how there is always that crux point where we either succeed or fail. I was trying to create the feeling of an old-fashioned spinning top that is just at the point where it starts to lose momentum, and the point kicks out at the bottom. And so it is the idea of all of this energy spinning up from an abstract shape at the bottom into a figurative hand at the top, reaching for a goal. I added the ribbon to help create movement and add drama and interest (and to see if I could technically pull off making a very thin translucent ribbon in stone without it breaking!)  mainly to make the sculpture more interesting and to see how thin I could get the marble without breaking it. The ribbon can also be seen to symbolize a ribbon that is often given out as a prize in a competition.

— Doug Thielscher

Carrara marble

37"h X 17"w X 10"d, 2012

Artist Statement

I wanted to symbolize how we each reach and strive for goals in our lives and how there is always that crux point where we either succeed or fail. I was trying to create the feeling of an old-fashioned spinning top that is just at the point where it starts to lose momentum, and the point kicks out at the bottom. And so it is the idea of all of this energy spinning up from an abstract shape at the bottom into a figurative hand at the top, reaching for a goal. I added the ribbon to help create movement and add drama and interest (and to see if I could technically pull off making a very thin translucent ribbon in stone without it breaking!)  mainly to make the sculpture more interesting and to see how thin I could get the marble without breaking it. The ribbon can also be seen to symbolize a ribbon that is often given out as a prize in a competition.

— Doug Thielscher

 

In the captivating sculpture "Crux," artist Douglas Thielscher explores the timeless human pursuit of reaching for our aspirations and the pivotal moments that define success or failure.

Carved from the pristine Carrara marble, this remarkable work transcends the boundaries of the medium to become a profound meditation on the essence of our ambitions and the unique qualities of Carrara marble that enhances its significance.

Standing at 37 inches in height, "Crux" portrays a human arm ascending towards the sky, adorned delicately with a ribbon that gracefully encircles it. Thielscher's artistic endeavor is imbued with a deep sense of purpose, as he symbolizes the innate human drive to strive for our goals.

At the core of this sculpture lies the notion of a crux point—a decisive juncture in our journey where success teeters on the brink of failure. The artist skillfully captures this brief moment, akin to an old-fashioned spinning top, just as it begins to lose momentum, and the point protrudes at the bottom. This dynamic imagery symbolizes the surging energy emanating from an abstract form at the sculpture's base, culminating in a symbolic hand stretching towards an elusive goal at the pinnacle. The ribbon, elegantly woven around the arm, serves as a powerful metaphor for the rewards and recognition often bestowed upon those who triumph in their quest for achievement.

With its pristine beauty, Carrara marble adds an intrinsic layer of significance to "Crux." The choice of this renowned material underscores the enduring human ideal to reach our goals, transcending the barriers that stand before us. The luminous quality of Carrara marble enhances the sculpture's message, illuminating the path we tread in our relentless pursuit of success.

"Crux" invites viewers to reflect upon their own aspirations, encouraging them to contemplate the pivotal moments in their lives where dreams are achieved or left tantalizingly out of reach. In this profound artwork, Thielscher captures the essence of the human spirit, celebrating our unyielding determination to strive for greatness and attain the goals that define us.