Created By
Hong Wai
Lace calligraphy sculpture
Curator
Luke Chapman
In "Open," HONG Wai flirts with the boundaries between sculpture and textile art, conjuring a narrative that's both intimate and expansive. There's a certain vulnerability to the work, a whisper of fragility that belies its structural ambition. The artist coaxes a sense of depth from what could easily be a flat medium, hinting at hidden layers of meaning beneath the surface. One can't help but muse on the symbolism of the lace itself – a material often associated with concealment and revelation, subtly echoing the "Open" theme. It's a piece that stays with you, prompting introspection long after you've turned away.
HONG Wai's "Open" is a compelling exploration of form and texture, rendered in what appears to be delicate lace calligraphy sculpture. The piece presents a layered composition affixed to a stark white canvas, creating a striking contrast between the intricate, almost ephemeral quality of the lace and the solid, grounded nature of its support. The cascading arrangement evokes a sense of movement, as if the material is in a perpetual state of unfolding. The interplay of light and shadow across the textured surface further accentuates the work's dimensionality, inviting the viewer to engage with its tactile presence.
Created By
Hong Wai
70 x 50 cm | 28 x 20 in
Stretched lace covered canvas
10 cm | 4 in
2024
