Artist Information:
Archie Granot
Jerusalem,
Israel
Member Since: Sep 2000
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Artist Statement:
When I first started
papercutting, I began with the
traditional papercut which is
cut on a fold. But I soon
abandoned this symmetrical
form while concentrating on
two other traditional
elements: geometric interlace
and Hebrew texts. And, wanting
to add dimensions and color, I
experimented with layers of
papers.
Each of my works requires a
lengthy, well thought out
process of execution. The
difficulties of this process,
often intuitive, are hidden
beneath the multiple layers of
cut paper. Starting with a
sketch, I cut each layer using
a surgical scalpel. While the
outer shape of a work is often
perfectly geometric, the inner
design is rhythmic and fluid,
with lines and curves
interwoven to create movement
and texture.
I generally use Hebrew
inscriptions, either
surrounding the design or as
an integral part of the
composition. These texts are
hand cut in precise,
calligraphic letters and
provide a subjective dimension
which is revealed in the
choice of text - usually
biblical, Talmudic or
rabbinical, and often
referencing Jerusalem.
And, because I believe that an
artist must be willing to make
afresh his tools and
techniques, I am always
looking for new ideas and
directions and am ever ready
to experiment with new ...
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Artist Exhibitions:
Born in London, England in
1946, Archie Granot moved to
Israel in 1967. Prior to
settling in Jerusalem in 1978,
he was a member of an
agricultural community where
he milked cows and grew
melons. Archie Granot created
his first papercut in 1979. He
has a M.Phil in Russian ...
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Artist Galleries:
Archie Granot Gallery
1 Agron Street
Jerusalem, 94265
ISRAEL
Tel: 972-2-625-2210
The Aesthetic Sense
198 E Main St
Mount Kisco, NY 10549-2927
Tel: 914-244-4429
Skirball Cultural Center
2701 N. Sepulveda
Los Angeles, CA 90049
Tel: 310-440-4561
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Archie Granot's Free Artist Portfolio
Welcome to Archie Granot's Portfolio. Browse Granot's body of work: When I first started papercutting, I began with the traditional papercut which is cut on a fold. But I soon abandoned this symmetrical form while concentrating on two other traditional elements: geometric interlace and Hebrew texts. And, wanting to add dimensions and color, I experimented with layers of papers.
Each of my works requires a lengthy, well thought out process of execution. The difficulties of this process, often intuitive, are hidden beneath the multiple layers of cut paper. Starting with a sketch, I cut each layer using a surgical scalpel. While the outer shape of a work is often perfectly ... |
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Peace, 2000
Paper,
5 x 5 inches
Availability: Sold
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The Temple, 1995
Undefined Medium,
15 x 15 inches
Price: US$ 5200
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