This is an abstract sculptural marvel, an original piece by Mary Bandy.
This work explores the intersection of botanical and artisanal, craftsmanship.
Mary transforms the rigid shell of the gourd into a form that appears soft, weathered and tactile, by manipulating the surface to mimic the grain and pull of stretched leather.
It invites the viewer to reconsider the materials nature - shifting from a hollow fruit to a sturdy abstract sculptural marvel.
Each “stitch” and “seam” is a meditative mark of craftsmanship, a tribute to the ancient utility of leather, and the enduring organic beauty of the gourd.
Artist: Mary Bandy
Category: Sculpture
Year: 2025
Dimensions: 14” high with stand / 6” x 6” wide and long
Signed: Artist signed
Inventory ID: #2003
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