Nicolas BertouxCOIN DE BOIS BLANC
Nicolas Bertoux
france (1952)
/ THE WORK
COIN DE BOIS BLANC, 2003
white Carrara marble
In a corner of the park this sculpture, made up of multiple blocks of Carrara marble, is revealed when the visitor goes up the path. The stark white of the marble, a natural material, requires immediate attention, shining among the trees, creating a spectacular contrast with the green and brown of the Park. But the first impression is gradually altered with movement. Turning the corner, in fact, what had seemed like a horizontal line of blocks extending vertically in height, reveals itself differently with the appearance of trunks apparently of different heights: the perception of order is destroyed by the sight of a chaotic mixture of blocks. The triangular structure of the work is perceived then, for the first time.
The ancient Greek method of proportions, the Golden Section, creates the triangle as if through the fusion of the blocks. This insertion of geometry in a natural environment also recalls the use of triangular geometry as a method of investigating the Earth, used since ancient times. The composition of the blocks also creates a dialogue with the trees around, with the bifurcated shapes swaying left and right: the work turns its attention to the visible and invisible in art and nature, while disorder gives way to order, through the interaction of the observer.
Nicolas Bertoux
france (1952)
BIOGRAPHY
Born in 1952 in France, Nicolas Bertoux began his career as an interior architect before completely devoting himself to sculpture. His main objective is to integrate artwork into the environment by relating to a given space, local culture, history and nature. He has created numerous monumental sculptures, especially in the field of public art. They can be found among others at the European Parliament of Strasbourg and in Taiwan at the Institute of Transportation, in the Kaohsiung Museum of Fine Arts and the Hsin Chu Cultural Center.
Since 1995 he lives and works in Seravezza in Tuscany, where he and his wife Cynthia Sah, also a well-established artist, opened the ARTCO Studio in 1998 and created the ARKAD Foundation in 2002.
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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