Fraternity-Testvériség, 1964 (42. évfolyam, 1-12. szám)
1964-01-01 / 1. szám
FRATERNITY 11 The quality of the first impression, he believed — a belief unusual in a secular age — makes the artist responsible for the effects of art on the development of morals and mentality, especially with respect to future generations. Finta’s works reflect this belief. They depict heroism, self- sacrifice, purity, motherhood. He never produced anything reflecting decadence. Chapter VIII THE MAIN CHARACTERISTICS OF FINTA’S SCULPTURAL TECHNIQUE If a true master were suddenly to become blind, he would still be able to model with the aid of his sense of touch. However, form in itself is not enough. The effects of light and shadow are also necessary, especially in the case of massive forms. Finta believed that sculpture is actually the art of light and shade. The effect produced by a work of art is influenced by its surroundings as well. They can reduce the effect of the idea which the sculptor wishes to reveal or they may even alter the content completely. Therefore, the site is not a matter of indifference, and should be left to the sculptor. Naturally, statues that are placed in museums or private collections present a different case; the sculptors cannot be consulted, for such statues are usually acquired after their deaths. Then, however, it is essential that an expert be consulted about their placement, since, otherwise, the sculptors’ ideas may too easily be misinterpreted by a public largely uneducated in art. (To be continued)
