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// Forma enfadada amb dents by James Siena is a limited edition etching from 2013, part of an edition of 35. This intricate piece features a winding, jagged form resembling a creature or organic structure with sharp, tooth-like edges. The dark, serrated shapes interlock and coil around a central void, creating a sense of tension and aggression, as suggested by the title, which translates to Angry Form with Teeth. Siena’s use of repetitive, spiked motifs evokes both biological and mechanical associations, merging natural and abstract elements. This print exemplifies Siena's exploration of complex forms and patterns, showcasing his meticulous approach to etching and his ability to convey emotion through structural design.

James Siena (United States, 1957) is a contemporary artist celebrated for his intricate, rule-based abstractions. Employing self-imposed constraints, he creates complex patterns across mediums such as painting, printmaking, and sculpture. Siena's work is featured in prominent collections, including the Museum of Modern Art and the Whitney Museum of American Art.

James Siena

Forma enfadada amb dents, 2013

Name: Forma enfadada amb dents, 2013
SKU: 3091
Price: 1200.00 EUR
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Form

Limited Edition Print

Limited Edition PrintA limited edition print is one of a number of prints made at the same time from one printmaking plate. A fixed number are made and signed by the artist, indicating the printing order, using the format 1/10, meaning first of ten prints.

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Etching

EtchingEtching is a technique where a design is created on a metal surface by using a strong acid or mordant to eat away the unprotected parts of the metal, leaving the desired pattern in relief (intaglio). In modern art and manufacturing, different chemicals may be used depending on the material being etched.

Edition

Edition of 35

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The assumptions that viewers make when they first look at a picture are contradicted by direct examination.
- James Siena

James Siena is a contemporary abstract artist whose works are geometrical and graphic in nature. The complex patterns of his works emerge from 'visual algorithms' that are presets to his designs. He work in a variety of media including painting, sculpture, lithography, etching, woodcut, bronze-work, engraving, enameling and drawing. Siena's initial inspiration emerged from Artificial Intelligence, over the years he has moved on to explore the visual tropes of labyrinths and puzzles, playing with the machine-like movement of moving through a work of art. James Siena's aesthetic is expressed through bold colors and repetitive patterns that connect with post-industrial abstractions and play with human perception. Dynamic in their style, James Siena seeks to make highly charged works that engage the viewer with their intricacy and complexity. James Siena cites Rube Goldberg as an early influence, admiring his cartoons of complex machines that performed basic tasks, seeing his own works as two-dimensional machines. Works such as Battery(1997) and Dr. Michelle Carlson (2011-201) are intense patterns that border on optical illusion. Other works such as theLogic Package Sequence series are linear works that resemble flow charts. His sculptures are 3D manifestations of his signature geometrical shapes, with James Siena's bronze-works recalling endless tube formation. Siena's works are visually stunning in both their organic and mathematically precise renderings of shape and form.

Artwork by Bruce Nauman

What is Process Art?

Process Art is an artistic movement and creative approach where the focus is on the act of creation rather than the final product. The term process in this context refers to the various stages of art-making, including gathering, sorting, associating, and organizing materials and actions. This movement emphasizes the artistic journey and the human expression involved in creating art, rather than the finished piece itself. Process Art is driven by inherent motivation, intentionality, and the rationale behind the actions, viewing the creative process as the true artwork.

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James Siena

Forma enfadada amb dents, 2013

52 x 47 cm

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