Channel: Christie's

Category: Education

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Description: Using tailoring techniques and embroidery, the Barcelona-born artist makes fabric sculptures inspired by bronze and marble works of antiquity. We meet him as he prepares for an exhibition of his creations — alongside lots from our Antiquities sale — in London At first glance, the pieces of statuary dotted around the Barcelona studio of the artist Sergio Roger appear to be ancient marbles. But on closer inspection they turn out to be soft to the touch — modern remakes cut from antique white fabric. ‘The element of surprise plays a big role in my work,’ Roger explains in the short film above. ‘I try to reinterpret iconic elements of art history, with an idea to break down preconceptions of traditional sculpture.’ In the run-up to Classic Week, Christie’s exhibition designers have been working with Roger to plan a show in which his sculptures will be presented alongside their ancient counterparts from the Antiquities sale. It opens in London on 3 December. Learn More: christies.com/features/Studio-visit-Sergio-Roger-11989-3.aspx