Rough Around the Edges V presents a compelling interplay between ruggedness and delicacy. A dominant, irregular fragment of rusted metal commands the left and center space, its weathered surface evoking a sense of history and resilience. Contrasting this solidity, a network of fine, threaded lines weaves across the right side, forming an intricate web that suggests both vulnerability and connection. A narrow vertical strip punctuates the far right, where two slender sticks align in parallel, their subtle presence enlivened by the gently curving threads extending from the web. This thoughtful arrangement creates a dynamic tension between the organic weight of the metal and the fragile linear details, inviting reflection on the balance between strength and fragility in forms both found and crafted.
Rough Around the Edges V
Construction
artist: Ilse Bolle
size 20" x 20"
medium: Handmade paper on board with Found Objects
style: Contemporary, non-objective
ready to hang, signed on theback

