Monumental sculptures
Baleak Slices
The general shape is the silhouette of a humpback whale’s tail, raised vertically The general shape is the silhouette of a humpback whale’s tail erected vertically on the ocean surface during an event called “breaching”, i.e. the moment when the whale propels itself wholly or partially out of the water.
This work subtly plays on notions of fullness and emptiness, permanence and impermanence, presence and absence. and absence, like a Yin-Yang duality dear to Eastern philosophy.
The sculpture is a stack of vertical slices separated by spacers of the same material. Slice thickness and spacing can vary according to the material used and the desired effect.
At certain angles, the sculpture reveals only the thickness of its edges, seeming to dissolve into its surroundings. environment. On the other hand, in a corner perpendicular to the previous one, the stacking of strata creates an impression of mass, offering the viewer the complete form of the work.
Materials considered Glass, Plexiglass, Corten steel, Art bronze, Polished or brushed stainless steel, Powder-coated steel, Aluminum.
Bronze is a timeless work of art. These are genuine sculptures that stand the test of time and develop a patina over time. The change in standing is noticeable for both the prescriber and the public.
With glass, stainless steel, Corten steel or lacquered steel, the contemporary touch is noticeable. These monumental sculptures can be integrated into ultra-modern architectural projects.
Available materials Glass, Plexiglass, Bronze, Stainless steel, Corten® steel, Powder-coated steel, Aluminum.
DimensionsOption L: 4.00 x 2.91 x 1.50 m
Option M: 2.00 x 1.95 x 0.75 m
Option S: 1.20 x 0.80 x 0.46
Weight depending on material
Appearance and color Transparent or translucent glass or Plexiglas. Possibility of trans-illumination at the heart of the material, based on the fiber-optic principle.
– Textured rusted look set in Corten® steel
– Art bronze patina (various shades and aspects available)
– Two-component epoxy lacquer (RAL color of choice).
– Polished or brushed stainless steel.
– Raw aluminum
Floor mounting: Stainless steel screwed to the floor via plates or anchors.
Inspired by the caudal fin of a humpback whale raised vertically to the surface of the oceans during an event called “breaching”, i.e. the moment when the whale propels itself entirely or partially out of the water.
Breaching” can have several meanings communication, territorial claims, pest elimination, hunting aid or observation of the surface.
Whales are majestic creatures that capture our imagination with their immense size and incredible acrobatic displays. This show is always impressive for observers.