Duplicatio ~ Speculum 01 + 02 (Diptych)
RACHELLE AUSTEN
Duplicatio ~ Speculum 01 + 02 (Diptych), 2022
reclaim clay solid, iron oxides, porcelain slip and glaze, one fired in reduction and the other in oxidation
21 x 14 x 14 cm (each)
can be sold separately at $325 each
$ 650 or $ 65 over 10 months with Art Money
Additional Info
2022 Duplicatio ~ Speculum 01 + 02 Diptych
Double ~ Exposure 01 + 02
Duplicatio is an exploration of two identical in weight and shape and base material solid blocks of clay. The two similar blocks were compressed under a tension of a twist action. Form A fired in oxidation, while Form B fired in reduction, a process where the kiln atmosphere has insufficient oxygen for complete combustion. High temperatures produce carbon monoxide gas, which will steal loosely-bonded oxygen from other materials in the clay body, mainly iron and copper. This change in the surface by restricting oxygen represents the impact life experiences can have on us and what beauty may be revealed.