Varga-Weisz, Paloma | Spike, 2007 — available on Composition Gallery

// Paloma Varga-Weisz’s Spike is a small, evocative bronze sculpture that presents a dog's head adorned with a ruffled collar, reminiscent of traditional portraiture. Measuring only 10 cm in diameter, the piece captures intricate details in the dog’s facial expression, giving it a dignified yet approachable presence. The ruffled collar around the neck lends a theatrical, almost regal quality, perhaps referencing the style of historical portraiture where animals were sometimes depicted with human attributes. Limited to an edition of 100, Spike embodies Varga-Weisz's unique approach to merging whimsy with classical art forms, imbuing the sculpture with personality and charm.

Paloma Varga-Weisz (Germany, 1966) is a sculptor and painter recognized for her surreal, figurative works that blend historical and fantastical elements. Using wood, plaster, and watercolor, she creates eerie, often enigmatic figures that explore human vulnerability and transformation, marking her as a distinct voice in contemporary European art.

Paloma Varga-Weisz

Spike, 2007

Name: Spike, 2007
SKU: 1457

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Sculpture / Object

Sculpture / ObjectA sculpture is a three-dimension object made using any one of the basic sculpting processes. These include carving, casting, constructing or modeling. Carving materials may be bone, ivory, stone or wood. Modeling and casting use clay or wax, while constructions glue materials together.

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bronze

bronzeBronze is a metal alloy made primarily of copper and tin, with a typical modern composition of 88% copper and 12% tin. Over time, bronze develops a patina, a surface color that often turns deep green due to oxidation. Large bronze objects, such as sculptures, are typically made in foundries. Bronze is valued for its durability and has been widely used throughout history for art, tools, and weapons.

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Edition of 100

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Paloma Varga-Weisz

Spike, 2007

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The silence in the wide, well-structured studio space has almost something
sacred.
- Paloma Varga-Weisz

Paloma Varga-Weisz (b. 1966, Germany) is a German artist known for her evocative work in sculpture, drawing, and installation art. Her practice is characterized by a deep engagement with themes of identity, transformation, and the human condition, often expressed through figurative forms that blend the surreal with the familiar. Varga-Weisz's sculptures, typically carved from wood or cast in bronze, evoke a sense of timelessness, merging classical techniques with contemporary themes. Her work frequently explores the boundaries between reality and the imaginary, creating haunting, enigmatic figures that invite introspection. Influenced by her background in traditional woodcarving and her fascination with mythology and folklore, Varga-Weisz’s art has been widely exhibited, with her works held in major collections such as the Tate Modern in London and the Museum of Modern Art in New York.

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