Alex Seton is best known for his beguiling marble carving, applying his refined craftsmanship to unexpected forms. Blankets, hoodies, inflatables and national flags are rendered in stone, invoking a somatic paradox. By infusing the rich heritage of Classical statuary with contemporary concerns, Seton gives weight to the issues we face here and now. Alex Seton’s…
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Elephant Carved From a Pencil Lead by Cindy D. Chinn
ELEPHANT ART CARVED FROM A PENCIL LEAD BY CINDY D. CHINN. This is my most recent commission piece. I was asked to carve an elephant from a pencil lead, but as usual… I got a little carried away! This elephant art piece was actually carved from a few pencils and then assembled onto the pencil…