Untitled 1975

Alan Saret created these two cloud-like forms using galvanized wire. The wire is a humble, industrial material, typically used for fences or armatures. Saret coaxes it into something ethereal, like a line drawing suspended in space. Notice how the wire is twisted and looped, creating a dense yet open structure. The individual strands catch the light, casting delicate shadows. The act of twisting and manipulating the wire is crucial here. It's a repetitive, almost meditative process that transforms a mass-produced material into something unique and hand-wrought. This speaks to a broader artistic interest of the time. Artists were keen to challenge the dominance of industrial production by re-asserting the value of manual labor. They infused everyday materials with artistic intent. Saret elevates the ordinary, prompting us to see beauty in the overlooked. This work invites us to reconsider the relationship between art, craft, and the world around us.