but here is one that is so talented,
and different in the way he makes his art,
they are miniature medieval interiors carved into raw
marble blocks by
British sculptor Matthew Simmonds, an art-historian-turned-stone-carver, inspired by his academic background and, later, his work in helping to restore important historic monuments (in particular, Westminster Abbey and Ely Cathedral),
he started to make these beautiful works of art after he moved to Italy, but he also undertakes private commissions like this chimney piece for a private residence outside Edinburgh, it uniquely combines the classical beauty and fine craftsmanship of marble sculpture with contemporary symbols and imagery, the chimney piece was created in close collaboration with the clients, who wanted it to feature symbols that had a particular meaning to them and their family, as a result, Simmonds has carved images of pets, landmarks in Edinburgh, the zodiac signs of the family, as well as other images such as the electric guitar selected by the children and a tall and slender urn draped with a piece of fabric that pays tribute to the family’s ancestors,
the
detail is stunning, what a real talent he has.
