Virginia McCracken
Sculpture Statement
Virginia McCracken is an artist who creates small-scale assemblages …. imaginary worlds inside boxes that are inhabited by papier mache figures. The expressively detailed characters are of unknown species, generally related to cats, dogs, rabbits, and horses, but not quite, and sometimes not at all.
She creates evocative habitats for these creatures, some minimal and mysterious, others crafted like stage sets or rooms. There are no explicit stories, although a hint of narrative is often contained in the titles. The characters are sometimes engaged in activity or relationship, but some are contemplative and alone. The miniature works have been described as whimsical and touching, humorous, as well as dark. The artist is inspired by make-believe and the notion of secret interior worlds. The viewer must step up close because of the small scale and is drawn into the intimate, ethereal realm of each piece and into his or her own story.
Sculptures by Virginia McCracken • All Sculptures • All Artists
Upstairs Downstairs

Upstairs Downstairs
Mixed media shadow box || 5.75 x 7 x 3.25 || $ 369
Silver Cow

Silver Cow
Mixed media shadow box || 5 x 4 x 2 || SOLD || $ 339
Dancing in the Rain (Golden Rain)

Dancing in the Rain (Golden Rain)
Mixed media shadow box || 4.5 x 4.75 x 2 || SOLD || $ 339
For the Love of Paris

For the Love of Paris
Mixed media shadow box || 4 x 6 x 2.25 || $ 339
Gallery wall installation

Gallery wall installation
Sitting for Morisot

Sitting for Morisot
Mixed media shadow box || 4.5 x 5 x 2.25 || $ 369
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