Jacob Chandler (British)
Phoebe
Medium: Wood cut oil prints on paper
Unframed size: 48 x 29 cm
Signature: Edition 2/8, Signed (Lower right)
Provenance:
Private collection, United Kingdom
Jacob Chandler – Phoebe
£850.00
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Biography
Chandler’s work focuses on the most dramatic point of an action, the tipping point be it physical mental or global. The techniques employed are unusual, fabrications from wooden panels and sand-able resin, form crisp edged, smooth faced, multi faceted sculptures that define his motif. Chandler’s unique style has led to recognition in the art world Since 2018 Chandler has focused mainly on large public works of art, these pieces can now be seen in several towns and cities across the UK. His most recent work for the Commonwealth games sees a two and a half meter tall bladed athlete placed outside Birmingham New Street station.
The inspiration for his works come from the greats of figurative sculpture, from Subirachs and Naum Gabo with their geometric portrayals to Giacometti and the Futurists with their desire to capture movement.
Artwork Description
Phoebe is depicted on the edge of the page, standing apart from Silvius’s earnest advances. Her upright posture conveys an initial sense of pride and indifference to his affections. The distance she maintains from Silvius suggests her reluctance to fully engage with his love, hinting at her inner turmoil and indecision. This hesitation stems from her burgeoning infatuation with Ganymede, who is actually Rosalind disguised as a man. Chandler’s interpretation aims to capture Phoebe’s inner conflict as she grapples with her emotions and questions her own sexual orientation.
Her attire, simple yet elegant, mirrors her rural surroundings while subtly reflecting her vanity and self-awareness. This portrayal captures Phoebe’s complexity as she navigates love and desire, ultimately leading to her growth and self-discovery throughout the play. Eventually she sees Silvius’s merit and the two are wed.
