Maggi, Marco | Fanfold I, 2014 — available on Composition Gallery

Multiple with 12 etchings

Fanfold I (12pc) by Marco Maggi is a limited edition set of 12 etchings from 2014, contained in a sleek, minimalist wooden box. Produced in an edition of 12, this portfolio exemplifies Maggi’s delicate, detailed approach to printmaking. The box, with its understated design, suggests a meticulous care and reverence for the contents within. The etchings, although not visible in this image, are likely to reflect Maggi’s signature intricate linework and subtle layering, which often require close inspection to fully appreciate. This boxed presentation enhances the contemplative nature of Maggi’s work, inviting viewers to engage with each piece individually and consider the nuances of form, space, and detail. The portfolio offers a unique interplay between artwork and object, emphasizing both the tactile and visual experience of art.

Marco Maggi (Uruguay, 1957) is an artist known for his intricate micro-drawings and sculptures that explore the relationship between information and perception. Utilizing everyday materials like office paper and aluminum foil, his meticulous works invite viewers to engage closely, challenging the boundaries between art and the mundane. Maggi represented Uruguay at the 2015 Venice Biennale.

Marco Maggi

Fanfold I, 2014

Name: Fanfold I, 2014
SKU: 3020
Price: 5500.00 EUR
Availability: InStock

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.

Medium

etchings

etchingsEtching 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 12

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Every day, we are condemned to know more and understand less.
- Marco Maggi

Marco Maggi, who is based both in the United States and Uruguay, is an artist who is known for his micro drawings, macro installations and sculptures. His works are completed using common and easy-to-find materials such as aluminium foil, office paper and even apples. He is also known for using sophisticated materials such as X-acto knives, plexiglas and clay-board. Marco Maggi also uses graphite for his drawings. He attended the MFA, State University of New York. Marco Maggi represented Uruguay in the Venice Biennale which was held in 2015. His work is included in several museums as public collections. These museums include the Museum of Modern Art in New York and the Museum of Fine Arts in Houston, Texas. Some of his selected shows and exhibitions include the Havanna Biennial, the Mercosur Biennial and the Sao Paulo Biennial. His artistic works also featured in the Figari Prize, Career Award in Uruguay in 2012.

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