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Jah QubePhilosopher's Stone - contemporary, aluminum, stainless steel, outdoor sculpture2024
2024
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The powerful architectural form of this contemporary sculpture was created by Jah Qube—a collaboration between Toronto-based artist Javid Jah and Alex Akbari, a masterful fabricator. The dynamic, geometric shape forged from polished stainless steel and bright white painted aluminum is inspired by ancient astrological teachings.
Each component is perforated with finely detailed symbols from an ancient Hermetic (astrological) table that represents the planets, the elements of fire and water, and the masculine and feminine.
The sculpture is named for the Philosopher’s Stone which the ancients believed to be the alchemist’s magical elixir that could purify any substance-- capable of transforming iron into gold and the human soul into pure light.
“This sculpture in particular explores the duality of human experience and its sacred relation to the Universe through its composition of material, form, and light.” Javid Jah
JAH QUBE is a Toronto-based studio specializing in the design and fabrication of public art for both temporary and permanent installation. The studio combines expertise in architectural design with custom fabrication, led by artist-designer Javid Jah and fabricator Alex Akbari. Prioritizing BIPOC creatives, the studio engages in independent as well as collaborative public art projects, with experience fabricating and installation work locally and internationally.
Javid Jah received his Bachelor of Arts degree from UBC and his Master of Architecture from the University of Toronto. An interdisciplinary artist and designer, he has been recognized in several juried competitions for his artwork, has participated in numerous workshops, and has exhibited in Toronto, San Francisco, and New York.
Toronto-based fabricator Alex Akbari has a background in construction and architectural design and has been creating custom installations in furniture design and art for more than 25 years.
- Creator:Jah Qube (Canadian)
- Creation Year:2024
- Dimensions:Height: 76 in (193.04 cm)Width: 85 in (215.9 cm)Depth: 85 in (215.9 cm)
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- Gallery Location:Bloomfield, CA
- Reference Number:1stDibs: LU29114665472
JAH QUBE is a Toronto-based studio specializing in the design and fabrication of public art for both temporary and permanent installation. The studio combines expertise in architectural design with custom fabrication, led by artist-designer Javid Jah and fabricator Alex Akbari. Prioritizing BIPOC creatives, the studio engages in independent as well as collaborative public art projects, with experience fabricating and installation work locally and internationally. Javid Jah is an interdisciplinary designer, graffiti artist, and architect. He received his Bachelor of Arts degree from UBC and his Master of Architecture from the University of Toronto. He has been recognized in several juried competitions for his artwork, is part of an international collective of graffiti artists who have produced large murals internationally and has participated in numerous workshops. Jah has exhibited in several North American cities including Toronto, San Francisco and New York. Toronto-based fabricator Alex Akbari has a background in construction and architectural design. He has been creating custom installations in furniture design and art for more than 25 years.
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