Art Preservation

The image depicts a creative interpretation of the iconic portrait, constructed entirely from shards of broken glass meticulously arranged within a textured Styrofoam frame. The styrofoam pieces collectively form the familiar silhouette and subtle elements of the well-known expression, capturing the essence of the original artwork with a distinct yet delicate transparency. The rough, reflective surface of the glass contrasts with the smooth, foam background, adding a contemporary twist to the composition. This three-dimensional piece showcases artistic ingenuity, merging classical inspiration with modern materials.

The image depicts a creative interpretation of the iconic portrait, constructed entirely from shards of broken glass meticulously arranged within a textured Styrofoam frame. The styrofoam pieces collectively form the familiar silhouette and subtle elements of the well-known expression, capturing the essence of the original artwork with a distinct yet delicate transparency. The rough, reflective surface of the glass contrasts with the smooth, foam background, adding a contemporary twist to the composition. This three-dimensional piece showcases artistic ingenuity, merging classical inspiration with modern materials.

Name/Title

Art Preservation

Entry/Object ID

2012.16

Description

Styrofoam sculpture "Art Preservation" by Chip Boles, purchased for the Hazel Smith Student Art Collection. Carved layers of foam depicting the Mona Lisa.

Type of Sculpture

mixed-media

Artwork Details

Medium

Styrofoam

Collection

APSU Permanent Collection

Made/Created

Artist

Chip Boles

Date made

1998

Dimensions

Dimension Notes

Image Size: 33.5"x23.75"