"Madriz anthropomorphizes each work as a sentinel, inscribing a role of protector into the assortments of rope, resin, and found items."
"The gold-adorned spans of bent rebar in 'Sentinel Adorned in the Leavers' Wake' are attached to illuminated resin casts of street detritus with a variety of knots."
"Madriz's interest in the metaphorical weight of everyday objects recalls Arthur Simms's wire-and-rope sculptures, which reference personal history through assemblage."
"Simms has described this matrix of knots as a 'see-through skin' for his sculptures - a protective layer that amalgamates these disparate objects."
Leonardo Madriz's sculptures serve as a metaphor for the delicate equilibrium of American life. His five works at Parent Company anthropomorphize various materials, creating sentinels that embody protection. The sculptures utilize everyday objects, such as rope and resin, to form poetic relationships between their components. This approach echoes the legacy of post-war artists and reflects a contemporary decolonial perspective. The intricate knots used to connect these materials enhance their identities and significance, drawing parallels to the work of Arthur Simms and his exploration of personal history through assemblage.
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