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This abstract sculpture was inspired by the shape of the shard of stone that I split off the large wedge shaped piece of marble I carved The Swan (see my portfolio) from.

I took advantage of the very thin edge of the wedge, managing to keep it sound and the result is that light can penetrate the sculpture and cast a soft glow that is illustrated in the last photo on the left. The sail-like form, supported by the thick, curved edge reminded me of an ancient lyre harp. The smooth, matte finish of the marble allows it to hold shadows beautifully.

As the piece is very thin and vertical, I’ve secured it with a steel pin into the black granite base. It is a surprisingly light weight sculpture for its size.
This abstract sculpture was inspired by the shape of the shard of stone that I split off the large wedge shaped piece of marble I carved The Swan (see my portfolio) from.

I took advantage of the very thin edge of the wedge, managing to keep it sound and the result is that light can penetrate the sculpture and cast a soft glow that is illustrated in the last photo on the left. The sail-like form, supported by the thick, curved edge reminded me of an ancient lyre harp. The smooth, matte finish of the marble allows it to hold shadows beautifully.

As the piece is very thin and vertical, I’ve secured it with a steel pin into the black granite base. It is a surprisingly light weight sculpture for its size.
This abstract sculpture was inspired by the shape of the shard of stone that I split off the large wedge shaped piece of marble I carved The Swan (see my portfolio) from.

I took advantage of the very thin edge of the wedge, managing to keep it sound and the result is that light can penetrate the sculpture and cast a soft glow that is illustrated in the last photo on the left. The sail-like form, supported by the thick, curved edge reminded me of an ancient lyre harp. The smooth, matte finish of the marble allows it to hold shadows beautifully.

As the piece is very thin and vertical, I’ve secured it with a steel pin into the black granite base. It is a surprisingly light weight sculpture for its size.

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The Harp Sculpture

Michael Binkley

Canada

Sculpture, Stone on Marble

Size: 9.5 W x 23 H x 9.5 D in

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This abstract sculpture was inspired by the shape of the shard of stone that I split off the large wedge shaped piece of marble I carved The Swan (see my portfolio) from. I took advantage of the very thin edge of the wedge, managing to keep it sound and the result is that light can penetrate the sc...

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2020

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Sculpture, Stone on Marble

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9.5 W x 23 H x 9.5 D in

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Canadian fine artist Michael Binkley, based in Vancouver, BC, Canada is a professional stone sculptor with over 40 years experience and is among Canada’s most successful self-represented artists. Binkley is primarily self-taught and works in a wide range of idiom, scale and type of stone, including marble, granite, jade and limestone. His favourite subject is the human nude, but he also creates pure abstract and wildlife images. Binkley invites you to visit his website, to learn more about this talented artist. He maintains a constantly changing collection of sculpture for sale in his gallery, but Binkley can also create site specific art for your specific needs. He has extensive experience working in collaboration with patrons, gallery owners, art consultants, designers, architects and landscape designers. You work hard to create your comfortable living environment and good quality fine art is an important element in that environment. Have you considered sculpture in your life? Binkley is very approachable and welcomes your inquiries. With Michael Binkley, there is no Artspeak mumbo jumbo - simply real quality fine art stone sculpture from a real human being.

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