Two Piece-Pierced I by Eli Ilan. Bronze, Marble, Edition 2 of 10, Signed 72, 14cm high, 18cm wide, 18cm deep, Abstract, Brown, Gold, Other sculpture
An abstract shaped sculpture with a gold accents on the corners, on a marble base.
Two Piece-Pierced I by Eli Ilan is a compelling abstract sculpture that blends solid form with expressive openness. Measuring 14 centimetres high, 18 centimetres wide, and 18 centimetres deep, the piece balances compact scale with striking visual presence. Cast in bronze with warm brown tones and accented with touches of gold at the corners. The sculpture reveals Ilan’s sensitivity to both material and gesture. Set on a polished marble base, the work gains a grounded elegance that contrasts beautifully with its sculptural dynamism. The edition number 2 of 10 along with the artist’s signature and the inscription “72,” reinforces the piece’s authenticity and rarity.
The sculpture consists of two interrelated forms, each shaped with thoughtful angles, curves, and openings that allow light to pass through and around the piece. Instead of presenting a closed or static design, Ilan creates an engaging sense of movement. As the viewer shifts position, the negative spaces shift as well, revealing new relationships between the forms and lending the work an evolving quality.
The golden accents at the corners highlight these changing viewpoints. They catch the light and guide the eye across edges and surfaces, encouraging closer inspection. These subtle gleaming points break up the darker bronze tones and introduce a refined contrast that enriches the sculpture’s overall harmony.
Two Piece-Pierced I invites reflection on balance, duality, and the quiet energy found within abstract form. It stands as a testament to Ilan’s ability to create meaning through shape, texture, and spatial dialogue.
