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Annäherung
Two poles are approaching each other without touching. This sculpture by Daniel Bucur is called "Annäherung."
The surface of the monolith made of oak wood has been shaped by the artist using a chainsaw. It appears rugged, and the cuts are clearly visible. The upper part tapers slightly, and the end is wildly frayed, resembling a break. The outer surface is further dramatized by its Bordeaux red coloration. In contrast, an intricately carved window has been inserted. In its center, two narrow wooden bars wind toward each other, like fluttering ribbons in the wind.
The work has been executed with great care. The color and texture of the oak wood convey a sense of calm and stability. However, the ribbons do not follow a straight path; they seek each other out, and it seems they have just met or are on the verge of parting. Daniel Bucur has captured this moment of approaching before the encounter, or the tearing just before separation. It's something very delicate and barely visible within a bold environment.