Demeter, 1981

Engraving on wood panel - Signed and numbered by the artist at the back - Published in the general catalogue of multiples by Joe Tilson, "Multipli 1964-2011" curated by Berardinelli. // Joe Tilson's Demeter is a wood sculpture created in 1981. This piece, engraved on a wood panel, showcases Tilson's exploration of natural textures and ancient symbolism. The artwork, featuring a leaf-like pattern arranged in a fan shape, embodies a tactile and organic aesthetic. The bottom part of the piece displays the name ??????? (Demeter) in Greek letters, alluding to the ancient Greek goddess associated with harvest and fertility. The sculpture’s rustic and tactile nature highlights the artist's connection to mythological themes and his affinity for combining text with natural motifs. Signed and numbered by the artist, this piece is part of a limited edition series, as cataloged in Tilson’s “Multipli 1964-2011.”