Neal BarabTWIST AND SHOUT
Neal Barab
usa (1955)
/ THE WORK
TWIST AND SHOUT, 2001
Portuguese pink marble and “Raggio di Luna” (leopard stone) marble
Barab’s special interest in marble and the opportunity to work with landscape designers to create works that combine nature and sculpture is clearly visible in Twist and Shout. This work is a sculpture divided into two distinct parts, two undulating columns, the tallest in Portuguese pink marble, the other in Turkish “Raggio di Luna” (leopard stone) marble, a material which takes its name from the fact that the internal spots of pigment, if sculpted with a particular inclination and at a certain depth, create a striated surface. Both sculptures rest on a natural base of moss and thyme and are made from large, grained marble crystals that shine spontaneously in the sunlight. The contrast between the sculptures and the surrounding nature, in all seasons, is reflected by the different colours and the movement of the columns in a sensual “dance” recalls the famous Beatles song.
Neal Barab
usa (1955)
BIOGRAPHY
Neal Barab was born in 1955 in Highland Park, Illinois, USA. He began his career in California, where he lived and worked for a few years. In 1982 he received a degree in Fine Arts from the University of California, Santa Cruz, USA. In October 1987 he moved to Pietrasanta (Italy), an important place for sculptors from all over the world, which is constantly supplied with marbles of all types. Neal spent many summers sculpting granite in Sweden. Since January 2002 he moved to his new “Studio Pescarella”, near Pietrasanta. Throughout his career he worked on monumental works as well as tiny sculptures. He participated in shows throughout Europe and the US, including Zurich, Stockholm, Amsterdam and London. He also attended symposiums in Sweden, China, Israel and Germany.
USEFUL INFORMATION
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HOW TO REACH US
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By paved road from Siena, take the SP408 to Ponte a Bozzone. Turn left at the church and follow the signs for Pievasciata / Sculpture Park. We are about 15 km from Siena.
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THE WALK
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The walk round the Park is about 1,5 km and it is suitable for baby buggies and wheelchair users. Upon request we offer a tour of the Park in an electric buggy for those with mobility issues. Contact us for further information.
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OPENING HOURS AND TICKETS
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Open every day (including Sundays and holidays) from 10am to 6pm. Last entry one hour before closing.
Tickets: €10 adults | € 5 reduced – under 18 yrs | Free 0-4 yrs
Booking is not necessary. The Chianti Sculpture Park APP – available for free on Apple Store and Google Play Store – is an excellent audio guide!
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GROUPS
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Groups of more than 12 people are asked to book entry in advance, to facilitate organisation.
Guided tours are available in Italian and English upon reservation.
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A VISIT FOR EVERYONE
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The visit to the Park lasts an hour and a half on average and it is absolutely suitable for children! Our four-legged friends are welcome providing they are kept on a lead and any ‘deposits’ are removed! The park does not have a restaurant, but we will be happy to recommend some restaurants that can be reached by car in a few minutes. A picnic area is available.
CHIANTI SCULPTURE PARK
Strada provinciale 9, 48
53019 Pievasciata - Castelnuovo Berardenga (Si)
P.I. 01181460526 C.F. 92044080528
Phone: +39 0577 357151 E-mail: info@parcosculturechianti.it
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