Merging the natural world with an item from domestic spaces, Lawson’s surreal sculptures are hypnotic.
In other instances, the animals are completely freestanding.
Lawson’s selection of Persian rugs as a textile is rife with meaning.
Synonymous with luxury, they are filled with rich history and symbolism.
By using these textiles in her sculpture, she helps elevate them into the fine art realm.
Hidden Territoriesis currently on show atSargent’s Daughtersin New York City until March 9, 2024.
Artist Debbie Lawson is known for her illusionistic sculptures of wildlife covered in Persian carpets.
Sometimes, animals appear to emerge from within the carpets in a stunning trompe-loeil effect.
