331. Taking the Plunge

• Posted in: Found Objects, People, Sculpture, Wood

Title: Taking the Plunge
Date: None
Subject: Diver
Measurements: 23 ½” W x 5 ¾” D x 17” H
Materials and Techniques: Wooden forms
Description: An arched wooden form represents the body of a diver. A ring shaped wooden form is attached to one end, representing the diver’s head. Two identical wooden curves are attached on either side of the diver’s head, curving toward one another, representing arms in a diving position. A thin cylindrical wooden stick connects the diver to a thick, arched wooden base below. Its form is similar to that of a weather vane.
Signed: “NSG 84” etched onto bottom of base
Note: Exhibited at Camden Art Centre, March 1980. Also exhibited at Duncan Campbell’s gallery as #2 “Taking the Plunge” in 1994. Cost: 1,100 British pounds.