Junk Own

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Sarah Entwistle, born in London in 1979 and now based in Berlin, explores the malleability of materials and their potential for reinterpretation in her artistic practice. Drawing from the tradition of Arte Povera, she repurposes found metal objects from junkyards alongside items that reflect her personal biography. For several years, Entwistle has been engaged in reviewing and dismantling the archive of her late grandfather, architect Clive Entwistle, whom she never met. This archive, filled with unrealized designs and personal papers, reveals Clive as a complex figure whose esoteric interests intertwined with his professional work. By working with found materials, Entwistle examines her identity as an architect, artist, and woman. She creates objects and sculptural still lifes that incorporate large-format hand-woven tapestries, refashioned metal offcuts, ceramic pieces, and works on paper. Each element's expressive handmade quality contrasts with the reproducible nature of high design. This process of transformation serves as a poetic exploration of her origins and personal history. The monograph showcases her works from the past five years, alongside archival pieces from her grandfather's estate, fictional writings, and discussions of her creative approach through cultural and art historical perspectives.