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a sculpture made from stone that has been carved to appear as though it is wrinkled like fabric or skin on the top
Untitled (2017), granite, 26 x 18 x 11 inches. Image courtesy of the artist and Cadogan Gallery, shared with permission

Peels and Folds Soften José Manuel Castro López’s Fleshy Stone Sculptures

Delicately peeled skin and supple folds appear where we’d least expect them in José Manuel Castro López’s stone sculptures (previously). From small boulders of granite and quartz found near his home in A Coruña, Spain, the artist carves and polishes delicate wrinkles that suggest fabric or the malleability of smashed, wet clay. For example, “Recorte de Piel,” or “Skin Peeling,” resembles an angular slice of potato skin carefully pulled away.

A few works shown here are part of López’s exhibition at Cadogan Solo in Milan, which continues through October 31. Keep an eye on his Instagram for updates.

“Dedo de Dios” (2023), granite, 13 x 9 x 4 inches. Image courtesy of Cadogan Gallery
“Recorte de Piel” (2021), granite, 15 x 12 x 5 inches. Image courtesy of Cadogan Gallery

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