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Homeland Security

Creator: Mark Sfirri
Offered by: Moderne Gallery

Description
Painted turned wood rolling pin sculpture.

"Homeland Security is a multi-axis turned wood and enameled sculpture that takes the familiar form of a rolling pin, showcasing the brilliance and technical ability of artist Mark Sfirri. This unique piece leverages a whimsical interpretation of ‘home defense,’ merging it seamlessly with the high-precision craft of multi-axis wood turning to encourage reflection on the nuanced themes of safety and security in the domestic sphere.

“My initial motivation for this piece was the challenge of designing a disjointed rolling pin came as an engineering challenge. I made them as demonstration pieces at various workshops and conferences. When I decided to finish them, I thought of the timely Homeland Security term which was coming into the nation’s vocabulary at the time. An image of apple pie also seemed to fit. I decided to portray them sort of like a decal and give the rest a kind of textured and used, painted finish.” – Mark Sfirri"

20.75 x 4.5 x 4

More Information

Documentation:	Documented elsewhere (similar item)
Period:	2000-2021
Creation Date:	c. 2000
Styles / Movements:	Modern, Contemporary
Incollect Reference #:	694752

Dimensions

W.	20.75 in;	H.	4 in;	D.	4.5 in;
W.	52.71 cm;	H.	10.16 cm;	D.	11.43 cm;

Message from Seller:

Welcome to Moderne Gallery, located in Philadelphia, PA, where we have been showcasing high-quality vintage 20th-century furniture, lighting, and accessories since 1984. Visit us at 215.923.8536 or contact us via email at info@modernegallery.com to explore our extensive collection, including exclusive pieces by George Nakashima and other iconic designers.