Pedestal No. 1
2025
Spackling paste, plaster, foam, birchwood, clay, acrylic paint.
20” W × 43” H × 20” D
Edition: 1/1
Pedestal No. 1 resembles layers of draped fabric cascading over a pedestal, embodying the intersection of handmade tradition and industrial materiality. The textured surface recalls the fluid folds of fabric and the weight of woven forms. This singular sculptural work stands as a quiet monument to labor, memory, and the material languages passed through generations, reflecting a personal and cultural lineage embedded in both craft and family. Available for acquisition through Love House.
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La mari Chair
2023
Oak and steel, finished with Rubio Monocoat (Black) paint
21" W x 30" H x 20" D
Sold Out · Edition: 1/4
The La Mari Chair features accents inspired by mariachi vestments, paying homage to Curiel’s heritage as a first-generation Mexican American with roots in Jalisco, Mexico, where this style of music and attire originated. "Mari," short for mariachi, highlights a facet of regional Mexican culture that played a significant role in Curiel’s upbringing.
This piece is part of the Denver Art Museum's Architecture and Design permanent collection.
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Tela Chair
2024
Plaster, spackling paste, foam core, birchwood, clay, Roman clay, acrylic paint, and topcoat sealer.
33" W x 32" H x 26" D
Archived · Edition: 1/1
The Tela Chair is a functional sculpture that reflects Curiel’s heritage. The process of layering plaster on wood creates a piece that resembles soft fabric, all crafted entirely by hand.
