Cinque Terre
 
Original Hand-Carved Marble Sculpture 
by Kent Laforme
Sold to a Private Collection
 
Inspired by the timeless beauty of Italy's iconic coastal villages, Cinque Terre is a sculpture that celebrates rhythm, movement, and the quiet elegance found in nature. Hand-carved from marble, Kent Laforme creates a graceful spiral form that rises with effortless fluidity, evoking the rolling waves of the Mediterranean, windswept cliffs, and the enduring harmony between land and sea.
 
The sculpture's sweeping curves appear to twist organically upward, giving the illusion of continuous motion despite the permanence of stone. Light glides across each polished contour, revealing a changing play of highlights and shadows that animate the work from every viewpoint. Its flowing silhouette encourages viewers to walk around the sculpture, discovering new relationships between form, balance, and space with every step.
 
Laforme's mastery lies in his ability to simplify complex natural forms into refined sculptural language. Cinque Terre is both contemporary and timeless—an abstract interpretation that invites personal reflection while remaining deeply connected to the landscapes that inspired it. The sculpture embodies tranquility, resilience, and the enduring beauty of places shaped by both nature and time.
 
Carved entirely by hand, Cinque Terre demonstrates the artist's extraordinary understanding of marble. Every surface reflects meticulous craftsmanship, transforming one of the world's oldest artistic materials into a sculpture that feels remarkably modern. Monumental yet serene, it is a work that commands attention without overwhelming its surroundings.
 
Now residing in a private collection, Cinque Terre stands as another exceptional example of Kent Laforme's ability to reveal movement, emotion, and elegance within solid stone. It is a sculpture that invites contemplation and rewards repeated viewing, offering a timeless expression of balance, simplicity, and natural beauty.
 
At Peachland Village Art Studio, we are proud to present original works by accomplished Canadian artists alongside an exceptional collection of fine art from around the world. Our carefully curated gallery celebrates creativity in all its forms, offering collectors and art enthusiasts the opportunity to discover distinctive paintings, sculptures, pottery, and handcrafted works that inspire, enrich, and endure.