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January 19, 2008

Recycling Sculpture by Tony Cragg

by Kate Andrews

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British-born sculptor Tony Cragg uses color families and a carefully curated collection of flotsam and jetsam in his large-scale installations. Born in Liverpool, Cragg has an amazing collection of pieces made from found materials from household trash to construction refuse. We love the impressionistic charm of his pieces- gorgeous and graphic from far away, intricate and detailed from up close.


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From afar, Cragg’s installations take the shape of graphic forms, even one as a British flag. But up close and personal, the colorful shapes are made from things like toothbrushes and metal washers, all painted to create a stunning and colorful piece. His other sculptures include wood furniture, all of which are reclaimed.

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Tony Cragg, Anthony Cragg, recycled art, reclaimed materials, green artist, sustainable art, eco art, green art, recycled art, recycling art, recycled sculpture

Tony Cragg, Anthony Cragg, recycled art, reclaimed materials, green artist, sustainable art, eco art, green art, recycled art, recycling art, recycled sculpture

Tony Cragg, Anthony Cragg, recycled art, reclaimed materials, green artist, sustainable art, eco art, green art, recycled art, recycling art, recycled sculpture

Tony Cragg, Anthony Cragg, recycled art, reclaimed materials, green artist, sustainable art, eco art, green art, recycled art, recycling art, recycled sculpture

2 Responses to “Recycling Sculpture by Tony Cragg”

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simon seasons Says:
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Jill, check out the Australian artist Rosalie Gascoigne. She is now deceased but her brilliant assemblages are strongly enviromental in their foundations as well. Not just just clever.

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Melissa Says:
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I saw the fourth picture at the High Museum in Atlanta. It’s truly gorgeous.

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