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Face to face
"Face to face." These two figures stand face to face right in front of us, they belong together. But appearances can be deceiving.
Inspired by tribal art, Daniel Bucur has created two heads. Two narrow square oak timbers were used as the starting material. Given the weathered surface at the base, it is likely that these were discarded utility woods. The heads are very raw in their craftsmanship, with a predominance of elongation in the vertical form. The facial expressions appear serious and dignified, akin to two tribal chieftains in a political ceremony. The eyes are accentuated, with closed eyelids radiating calm and concentration. This energy is quickly transmitted to the viewer.
The title "Face to face" leaves plenty of room for personal interpretation. Does it refer to the two heads that should be looking at each other, or does it refer more to the interaction with the viewer? One thing seems clear: here, the modern, overcivilized Western world confronts an original world directly. Both perspectives are worth closer and more open examination. These two sculptures demand time and contemplation from the viewer.