The Forgotten God
Paper, Tape, Yarn, Mask, Hot Glue, and Spray Paint (2008)
(The Hanging Heart)
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This is an instillation sculpture that was located in a back dark room that is only accessible by a small square door a place where few venture. The heart hangs below the mask. It is reminiscent of an pharaoh's death mask. The sparrows on it's shoulders much like Odin's ravens act as a part of the god free to fly, but only so far before their strings run out. The Egyptian's believe sparrows were the stars and they would carry souls to their afterlife. The heart hangs because it is a very human element and the gods of myths each had their human traits this god is brought closer to humanity by being attached to its flesh. This piece is about wonder and searching for something that still exists despite its creators demise.
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