Comb

2012
Steel
15 in x 8 in x 8 in
Not for sale

Comb is a compact yet commanding sculpture that marks the beginning of Joel R Washing’s journey as a sculptor. As his first welded work, it serves as both an homage to the influential Spanish sculptor Eduardo Chillida and a statement of personal direction. The piece’s intertwining, arched forms evoke a rhythmic energy—both organic and architectural—while the weathered steel surface invites a dialogue with time, place, and material. Though modest in scale, Comb holds a foundational place in Washing’s body of work, offering a glimpse into the sculptural language that would evolve in later explorations of geometry and elemental form.