Dos caras Lamp
2023
Plaster and mixed media with metal hardware
23.5" H × 17.5" Ø shade × 4" W base (clip-on)
Sold · Edition: 1/1
The Dos Caras Lamp draws from billowing forms and river-worn rocks, referencing memories of bathing in the river at Curiel’s grandmother’s home in México. Its name, meaning “two faces,” reflects the dual composition of the base, where each side presents a distinct arrangement of sculpted forms. Both the shade and base are constructed primarily from plaster, emphasizing texture, weight, and a hand-shaped surface.
Sculptural Lighting
La Mari Lamp
2023
Plaster and mixed media with metal hardware
21" H × 18" Ø shade × 10" W base (clip-on)
Sold · Edition: 1/1
La Mari Lamp nods to the mariachi culture that shaped Curiel’s upbringing, honoring the beauty and vibrancy of regional Mexican traditions. The lamp’s accents reference the ornate vestments worn by mariachi musicians. Formed by rolling and shaping thin sheets of spackle, the surface develops a textured, wrinkled quality that evokes gathered fabric and the rhythmic patterns of Mexican folklórico skirts, translating soft textile movement into sculptural plaster.
