Tuesday, July 9, 2013

The Patricia and Philip Forst Art Museum (visit 2) Metal


Takayuki Yamada (Japan, b 1952) position -m 3, 1981 Ething on paper
6 3/8 x 27 inches   Inv 184.96


Metal

Metal is represent by the color white, and symbolizes the cardinal direction west . Metal collects water and splits wood. It represent gravity, mined minerals, precious , metals, magnetism, and energy. White is the color which represents this element, also symbolized by the cardinal direction of west. It is associated with the season of autumn and represents a withering development phase. Metal has structure, but in the presence of elements such as fire, it can accept new forms. It represents properties of being persistent, forceful, strong unyielding and sophisticated, metal collects water and splits wood.

 

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