Electric Crab

The word “carcinisation” describes the tendency of the natural world towards crabs. Animals outside of the crab family evolve into crab shapes so often that there has to be a special word to describe this phenomenon. This sculpture is another addition to the family.

“Electric Crab” is my first experiment with fairy lights, tiny beads of LED lights on a wire that is strung throughout the body of the sculpture. Transparent and semi-transparent beads let the light through in intricate patterns of warm sunset colors. Additionally, there is a secret tiny compartment in the top of the crab, where the cabochon is housed.

The lights are operated by a battery powered switch that extends from the back of the crab body.

This sculpture is currently on display at Hosmer Library in Minneapolis. It will ship out on September 30th, the day after the display closes.

“Electric Crab”, 2024. 6” x 6” x 3”. Seed beads, monofilament thread, lucite cabochon, LED fairy lights, battery operated switch.

$6,400.00

This item is for sale on the external shop for Erin Peña.

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