Chris Sauter

Chris Sauter is converting familiar objects into other familiar objects.  HIs focus is on changing domestic items that are in our visual vocabulary, superimposing them into different forms.  In Generator, Sauter carves away pieces of our daily life.    In other pieces he wraps over objects with familiar fabrics, to create these hybrids of forms. The relationships are not arbitrary, the ironing board is sued for preparing clothing as a mill prepares  lumber.  As water eats away stone for canyon, body  contorts mattress to form impressions and indentations over time.   

2004, Generator, bed, frame, linens, painted copper, copper wire, and thread, 51 x 66 x 85”

2000, Oven Recliner, recliner, foam, vinyl, sculpey, 39 x 36 x 48”

2000, Mill (detail), mixed media on ironing board, 48 x 48 x 12”