Jumo

JUMO is a perfect example of how Cris Boinn uses iron to create an expressive geometric synthesis.

The sculpture is composed of folded iron sheets with that characteristic dark, slightly grainy texture, typical of a material that "breathes" and transforms over time, just like the soul of the dog the artist wanted to immortalize.

1. Geometric Synthesis and Cubist Legacy

The work is part of a tradition rooted in Cubism and Constructivism. Boinn does not seek a realistic copy, but rather "structural truth." By breaking down the animal into sharp, angular planes, the artist eliminates the superfluous to reach the essence of the pose: fidelity and expectation. It is a sort of "geometry of feelings" where the rigidity of the lines serves to enhance the subject's character.

2. The Contrast of Materials

There is a fascinating tension between the material (heavy, cold, industrial iron) and the subject (a dog, a symbol of warmth and softness). This choice forces the viewer to transcend the hardness of the metal to find its soul. The oxidized patina is not just a color, but represents the passage of time and resistance, lending the work an aura of almost archaic solemnity.

3. Dynamism of Forms "Origami"

Although made of iron, the sculpture recalls the lightness of origami. The Cocker Spaniel's long ears, rendered with tilted sheets of metal, create a play of shadows that changes with the light, giving the illusion of restrained movement. It is a work that "changes" as one moves around it.

4. Abstract Empathy

The true strength of the work is its ability to convey profound emotion through abstraction, allowing the viewer to see the dog's soul despite the lack of precise details. Boinn thus transforms metal into visual poetry.

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