Cat Art

Posted on Tuesday, April 28th, 2009 at 9:23 am

Cat Art

Leo Sewell Recycled Art by Helen Saatchi

Leo Sewell is a recycled art expert, who uses self created assemblage techniques in his art. The sculptures Leo Sewell creates are made from reclaimed plastic, wood and metal pieces he collects from museums, corporations and individuals from around the world.

Sewellâs piece Duck is made from recycled art pieces that are put into place using bolts and screws, as well as nails. Each piece of this sculpture was chosen based on the shapes and colors, also textures and patina specifically for this piece. Duck contains earrings, corn on the cob holders, tags from many articles as well as a BMW emblem. From beak to feet, Duck is a fine piece of recycled art.

Teddy Bear is another astounding piece of recycled art by Leo Sewell. A barometer, mustang emblem, earring and even a police badge make up some of the pieces that are incorporated into this bear. Most all of Sewellâs pieces have the unmistakable propensity to make you want to pick them up and hug them, based on their uniqueness and detail. Teddy Bear sits with his arms open wide, waiting for you to love him.

Bison is another of the pieces Leo Sewell has for sale. Bison is a completely recycled item, with a Montana license plate, fish, tinsel, belt buckles and screwdriver handles. Nails and bolts hold this true to form 18 inch by 7 inch by 23 inch piece together.

Boxer by Leo Sewell is in the form of a breed of dog, and measures 31â by 11â by 22 inches. Making up this masterpiece of recycled art are dog toys, handles, paint brushes, belts, heart tags and partial license plates. Keeping with his animalistic natural designs, Sewell creates within the boundaries of true form.

Leo Sewellâs Cat sits in the silent stillness, its stature being 16 inches by 6 inches by 9 inches. Containing keys, key chains, earrings, police badges, a few handles, shoe jewelry and other knick knacks, Cat is waiting graciously. Colorful watch bands and leaves incorporated into many other recycled art items, each piece brings a new level of artistic insight to the average household cat.

Dachschund is a mirror image of the dog breed it is named for, and Sewell has outdone himself on this piece. Measuring 14 inches by 8 inches by 26 inches, this beautiful specimen even offers the small curvature in the tail that is so often seen in the breed. Recycled art at its finest, this piece incorporates toy buttons, sheep, motorcycles, dog chain, dinosaurs and eyeglasses among many other interesting finds.

There are many of Leo Sewellâs pieces available for sale on the internet. Leo Sewell lives in Philadelphia and creates his pieces from recycled and reclaimed items also found in the area. Over the last 50 years, Leo has created and used his own techniques until they have become the foundation of his artistic creations seen today. Commissioned work as well as the sale of his pre-existing pieces can be found across the internet and in his hometown.

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