Upcycled Softball Cat Sculpture
This unique folk art sculpture depicts a whimsical cat crafted from an assortment of repurposed materials. Its body is formed from a yellow softball, supported by bright yellow plastic legs, and features black textured ears. The face includes large green-eyed elements and a black nose, with copper wire whiskers extending from the sides, topped with a distinctive black metal curved tail, exemplifying creative repurposing.
Background Note
Found object art, also known as 'objet trouvé,' is a movement where artists incorporate ordinary, often manufactured, objects into their artwork. Originating in the early 20th century with artists like Marcel Duchamp, this practice transforms discarded or utilitarian items into new aesthetic statements. The creation of art from reclaimed materials like sporting goods is a contemporary extension of this tradition, emphasizing sustainability and imaginative transformation.
Features:
- 7 long by 7 deep by 12 high
- Made by local artisans
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