jeudi 22 janvier 2015

The Allure Of A Metal Wall Sculpture

By Janine Hughes


Even the most stylish room looks unfinished when the walls are empty. Metal wall sculpture was popular in the 1960s and 70s but has been making a real comeback recently. A huge variety of styles, shapes and sizes featuring all sorts of subject matter are available for purchase from many local and online stores. These sculptures transform empty walls from drab to extraordinary in no time.

The quality of the metals used by artisans is usually high. Many of them use aluminum but other metals like brass, copper, iron and steel are also used. Sometimes metals are even combined for more texture and depth. Where a piece is to hang has an influence on what type of material is selected. Sculptures that hang on garden walls or patios may be made of copper as it gets a lovely patina when oxidation takes place.

Some metals used may be fairly heavy and mounting them has to be done correctly so that they are stable and look their best. The right hardware needs to be used for mounting and for heavier pieces this is usually comes in the form of brackets. Other ways are also used to hang sculptures and for some lighter pieces hooks may be used.

Subject matter is drawn from many sources. Beauty is brought into the home with images of nature like trees, flowers, birds and insects. Sea creatures like fishes, dolphins, whales and turtles swim across walls adding whimsy and fun. Musical instruments stir musicians to pick up their instruments, and words touch hearts. Coffee cups with steam curling out of them make a coffee nook warm and inviting.

When choosing a piece it is vital for the dimensions and style of the space is taken into consideration. A large contemporary image flowing over several large panels may take up most of a wall. A piece like this needs a large space to work properly and may look out of place in a home. It may be best suited to the foyer of an office block or a large conference room. The scale of an artwork chosen for a small home will obviously need to be smaller.

Artworks are chosen to suit a particular space but they are also chosen to reflect the personal taste of the individual. Someone who loves the vintage look will go for something more retro and those with modern tastes love abstracts. Various interests such as music or sport are represented too. In fact, there is something to suit just about every taste.

These pieces vary considerably in price depending on size, type of metal and other factors. . Shopping online gives one an opportunity to compare products and prices. Spending more on such a piece of art may be a wise decision as such a piece may provide all the decorative interest needed in a room. Designers often take inspiration from a piece like this and design a whole room around it.

The great variety of designs, shapes and sizes can make shopping for such an item quite confusing. Shopping online allows one to compare items easily and offers plenty of items to browse through before making a choice. A special work will give pleasure for many years and attract the attention of all those who enter a room.




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