Artist: Theo Mackaay
Title: Mother love
Technique: Solid wood sculpture / Leaf copper / acrylic
Size: 65x50x22 cm
Edition: 1/1, unique piece
"Behold an exquisite testament to craftsmanship and artistry - a hand-carved wooden horse sculpture adorned with the richness of leaf copper and the finesse of acrylic. This one-of-a-kind masterpiece stands as a symbol of the union between the natural world and human creativity. Every curve and contour of this majestic equine form reflects the dedication and precision of the skilled artisan who carefully coaxed life into the raw timber. With its intricate details and lustrous finish, this remarkable piece is a celebration of the timeless beauty of nature, meticulously preserved in a singular creation that will forever remain unparalleled in its grace and elegance."
Theodorus Willebrordus Maria (Theo) Mackaay is a Dutch sculptor, painter and musician who was born in Utrecht on 19 November 1950. Between 1972 and 1976 he studied at the Gerrit Rietveld Academie in Amsterdam and from 1977 to 1979 he went to the Rijksacademie van Beeldende Kunsten in Amsterdam.
Since 1980 he started his career as a professional painter and sculptor. His figurative work is inspired by Pablo Picasso, Marino Marini and Ossip Zadkine. In 1980 he designed the Gouden Kalf, a sculpture which is awarded at the Dutch Filmfestival.
Mackaay has had various exhibitions in the Netherlands and abroad, including Galerie Morren (Amsterdam, 2015), Carlton Hotel (Cannes, 2015), Amstel Hotel in Amsterdam (2016). Mackaay is also a musician who was a guitarist and singer in various bands.
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