technical description
Reflecting a sculptural design, this piece features a series of needle nests and dangling articulated sleeve elements made of chain, rings and metal panels intended to be placed on the shoulders around the head.
Size 435x385x340mm, 3151 gr., 2008
concept
Valentim's body of work is a fusion of technological and mechanical elements. In this collection he developed the accessories seeking for an organic feel, as if they had been created by nature. He wanted to give the idea that every piece is in constant growth and metamorphosis, changing through mechanical processes responsible for the "growth" of each item, just as nature and time work together in the growth of organic life. The contrast between past and future was highlighted by rust, that also gave a steampunk post-atomic feel to the collection, and by silver, that was meant to represent the future. Valentim decided not to use any machines, and worked as a medieval artisan, going as far to develop himself any specific tools needed to complete the work.