Buenos Aires - Tango El Abrazo Eterno
"Born from the vibrant cultural landscape of Buenos Aires, this kinetic sculptural work captures the sultry intensity of the Argentine Tango. Masterfully crafted using intarsia woodworking techniques, the piece depicts a couple locked in the signature abrazo (embrace), their forms stylized into fluid, interlocking planes that suggest both physical closeness and rhythmic unity.
The artist utilizes the natural warmth and grain of the base wood to ground the piece, while bold applications of crimson and noir lacquer draw the eye to the dynamic interplay of the figures. The composition highlights the tension and grace of the dance, specifically capturing a gancho (hook) movement that emphasizes the synchronization between the partners.
More than a static image, the visible seams suggest a puzzle-like construction, serving as a clever metaphor for the Tango itself: a complex, interlocking relationship where two distinct parts come together to create a seamless, moving whole."
The wood piece has some minor blemishes on the edges.