Charles Ray: Adam and Eve

Charles Ray is an American sculptor who has spent the past decade creating sculptures of figures, animals, and inanimate objects. His latest sculpture, Adam and Eve, is a major work that depicts the biblical figures in their old age and is made of two large-scale humans rendered in solid stainless steel. This monograph reflects on the fabrication and installation of the sculpture and is accompanied by extensive photography.

Format: Hardback
Length: 40 pages
Publication date: 30 May 2024
Publisher: Gregory R Miller & Company

Charles Ray, an esteemed American sculptor, has dedicated the past decade to crafting remarkable sculptures of figures, animals, and inanimate objects. His artistic journey has been marked by a fusion of skilled handwork and cutting-edge industrial technology, resulting in awe-inspiring creations. This monograph takes a closer look at the process of fabricating and installing Adam and Eve (2023), a monumental sculpture by Ray currently showcased at Manhattan West, a Brookfield Properties development adjacent to Moynihan Train Hall and Madison Square Garden. The sculpture, which portrays the biblical figures Adam and Eve in their golden years, consists of two life-size humans intricately carved from solid stainless steel, standing at an impressive height of nearly 10 feet. Accompanying this captivating artwork is a substantial and deeply personal text by art historian Darby English, delving into the significance of this work and the illustrious career of Charles Ray. Extensive photography showcases the installed sculptures, providing a visual glimpse into the artist's meticulous craftsmanship and the transformative power of his artistic vision.

Weight: 224g
Dimension: 131 x 200 x 14 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781941366592