François Verdier
François Verdier uses discarded objects as the foundation for his work. He has produced etchings using the lids of food tins as printing plates. The labels and origins of these tins dictate the subject matter of the work. For instance, a circular lid from Spain might become the setting for a bullfight scene. This method allows the physical history of the object to guide the creative process.
Biography
His work exists at the limit of visibility. In passing, one might mistake these pieces for spots on a wall. Most pieces measure only a few inches across. Verdier treats these small pieces as plastic poems where figures become crowds. These pieces often recall the tradition of Persian miniature painting or medieval manuscript illumination. He often paints on both sides of glass fragments to create a brilliance that rises from a dark background.
These pieces require a close approach. They function as installations where the blank space of a wall becomes part of the work. Modern collectors value the way these small pieces interact with their environment. The tiny scale creates an intimate relationship between the work and the observer. Each fragment acts as a reference point in a larger mental map. These pieces offer a specific experience of discovery.
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François Verdier is known for françois Verdier creates miniature works on glass and tin lids that transform small-scale observations into expansive visual poems.