Caroline Rothwell’s practice engages with the politics of place, migration, conflict and mortality through the lens of the environment. Her work often draws on the anatomy of endangered or extinct species, though she is equally known for creating mutant and hybrid forms that explore the impacts of biotechnology and environmental contamination. What may at first appear playful or innocent in Rothwell’s work – shiny surfaces, toy-like contours, the allure of a flower or animal – are typically decoys for more ominous or unsettling subjects. – Art Gallery of New South Wales

Flux
2016
Britannia metal, 23 carat gold, pyrite (fool’s gold), maple wood
Sculpture in 2 parts. Overall dimensions: 90 x 51 x 27 cm
Britannia metal, 23 carat gold, pyrite (fool’s gold), maple wood
Sculpture in 2 parts. Overall dimensions: 90 x 51 x 27 cm

Caroline Rothwell – Installation view 1

Installation view Attendants (after Schongauer) 2012 CROP
2012
Britannia metal, hardware and plywood
Britannia metal, hardware and plywood

Installation view 2 Attendants (after Schongauer) 2012
2012
Britannia metal, hardware and plywood
Britannia metal, hardware and plywood

Installation view Attendants (after Schongauer) 2012
2012
Britannia metal, hardware and plywood
200 182 x 192 cm
Britannia metal, hardware and plywood
200 182 x 192 cm

DETAIL Attendant Jake 2012
2012
Britannia metal, hardware and plywood
Britannia metal, hardware and plywood

DETAIL Attendant Max 2012
2012
Britannia metal, hardware and plywood
Britannia metal, hardware and plywood

DETAIL Attendant Molly 2012
2012
Britannia metal, hardware and plywood
Britannia metal, hardware and plywood

DETAIL Attendant Sam 2012
2012
Britannia metal, hardware and plywood
Britannia metal, hardware and plywood

Handstanding Youngster 2012
2012
Bronze
128 x 38 x 30 cm
Edition of 3 + AP
Bronze
128 x 38 x 30 cm
Edition of 3 + AP