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Companion of nature

Gilles Drolet

Product Code: GID-SCU-032

$950.00
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Description

"Compagnon de la nature" is an outstanding sculpture by artist Gilles Drolet, created in 2020. This dual-piece artwork features two miniature welded steel trees mounted on a natural wood base, beautifully accented with carefully selected stones.

  • Dimensions: 12 x 13 x 18 inches
  • Materials: Welded steel, natural wood base, stones
  • Finish: Realistic textures with green and black nuances
  • Year of creation: 2020
  • Authenticity: Certificate of authenticity included

A true celebration of nature and craftsmanship, perfect for adding a unique and organic ambiance to any space.


The artist

Gilles Drolet

Beaulac-Garthby

Portrait de Gilles Drolet

Native of the Quebec City region, I was introduced to sculpture as a teenager by my grandfather. I discovered the pleasure of working with wood, but I had to give up this activity for professional reasons.

After a busy professional career, I began to dream of working with metal without having the slightest notion of the requirements of this material. I would even wake up at night imagining ways to make metal tree sculptures. I asked a specialist in industrial welding to give me basic welding training, after which I invested myself intensely in this universe.

A few weeks later, I had made my first tree. A little puny, almost sickly, this first tree was still the object of great pride because I saw the trees to come. The following took the panache; they have become more costly, more provided, more alive.

These trees that I develop represent for me the strength and stubbornness of life. Climbing a tree to the sky requires perseverance, resistance and adaptation: a reflection of many human lives ... Each new branch proclaims hope and renewal.

Hoping that the emotions I experience when creating my works can be transmitted to you.


Upkeep

A standard dusting is enough to safely preserve your Gilles Drolet metal sculpture. At times, you can also use a vacuum cleaner with a delicate bristle nozzle.

Creation process

The trees are still majestic, but those of Gilles Drolet are rather surprisingly so.

The artist actually assembles a multitude of small pieces of steel together, using various welding techniques. Miniature trees, however grandiose, are born. The steel work is then staged on various bases, sometimes in semi-precious stone, sometimes in wood. While some of the artist's creations sport a rather raw and matte finish, others are adorned with flamboyant color.

Either way, it's the tree's unmistakable presence that first catches the eye. 

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Packaging: We pack the artworks with great care, most of the time with recycled materials, since the planet is as important to us as the effulgence of the quebec fine art crafts! We use foam, paper or bubble wrap to protect your purshase which will then be placed in a cardboard box. Canvas are also protected with cardboard corners and kraft paper.

Return Policy: We want you to have a real crush on your new artwork! If this is not the case, we will be happy to exchange your purchase within 30 days of the date of purchase. To do so, the artworks must be returned to us at your expense, intact and in their original packaging. Consult all the details on our FAQ.


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