Magica Naturae

"As though magnetized by the song of the Earth, I dreamed I was walking into the heart of primeval forests and contemplating their lush treasures with fascination. And while intoxicated by so much ancient beauty I extended this reverie on paper, where I summoned the plethora of beasts and their attributes that appeared before me: Answering the call, Chameleon, Tortoise, Snake, Hornbill, Crocodile, their scales, teeth, shells and claws hailing from another age – the age of our origins – emerged to populate our tamed mineral forest, the city. Transformed into sculptures of stone and metal, these animals form precious armour, coiling around a wrist, resting on hands, and swinging from the necks of the new proud Amazons. From one forest to another, the Magic of Nature." - Elie Top