Kinetic sculpture made from buttons "Circle XXXIV" (2021) Sculpture by Seungwoo Kim
Not For Sale
Seller DAKKARA Art Galleries
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Original Artwork (One Of A Kind)
Sculpture,
Plastic
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Resin
on Metal
- Dimensions Height 19.7in, Width 17.7in / 18.00 kg
- Fit for outdoor? No, This artwork can not be displayed outdoor
- Categories Sculptures under $20,000 Abstract Geometric
Seungwoo is famous for his sculptures made from coins and buttons. He creates hyper-realistic, life-size sculptures of human figures and spinning objects.
The Artist uses coins to build complex, surprisingly detailed, three-dimensional sculptures. Each sculpture consists of as few as hundreds of thousands of coins, up into the thousands. Assembled in flowing, swirling patterns, the coins make up Kim's sculptured human forms almost seem to be alive and create fascinating effects.
Money have an unexplainable ability to attract and hypnotize the viewer, and Kim Seungwoo's spinning sculptures magnify the beauty of shining and sparkling coins.
Just like a wizard, Kim Seungwoo creates the sculptures that enchant the viewer. His work examines our relationship with money, while also taking advantage of the physical beauty of the coins.
Art is Money, or Money is Art? — questions Kim Seungwoo
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Kim Seungwoo is a contemporary Korean sculptor known for his extraordinary sculptures crafted from coins. Based in Seoul, South Korea, Kim is celebrated for his ability to transform humble currency into intricate and detailed three-dimensional artworks.
Born in 1978 in South Korea, Kim Seungwoo pursued his passion for sculpture by graduating from the Department of Sculpture at Chungnam National University and the Arts Graduate School at Hongik University.
Kim's artistic process involves meticulously stacking coins, sometimes numbering in the thousands, to create flowing and swirling patterns that give life to his sculpted human forms. Despite the laborious and repetitive nature of his work, Kim finds solace and satisfaction in the process of creating each piece. He describes the act of stacking coins as a time of tiredness and hardship, yet also a source of energy and ecstasy as the sculpture gradually takes shape.
For Kim Seungwoo, each sculpture is more than just a collection of coins; it is a reflection on the concept of money itself. He aims to transcend the functional value of currency and instead explores themes of social ambition, value, and the pros and cons associated with money. Through his artwork, Kim challenges viewers to reconsider the significance of currency and its impact on society.
Kim Seungwoo's innovative approach to sculpture has garnered international acclaim, cementing his reputation as a pioneering artist in the field. His work continues to captivate audiences around the world, provoking thought and contemplation on the intersection of art, money, and society.
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Nationality:
SOUTH KOREA
- Date of birth : unknown date
- Artistic domains: Represented by a Gallery,
- Groups: Korean Contemporary Artists Artists presented by a gallery
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