Roof I- Side View by Andy Goldsworthy

Roof I- Side View 

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drawing

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architectural sketch

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orthographic plan

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drawing

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architectural diagram

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architectural plan

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hand drawn type

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elevation plan

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architectural section drawing

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architectural drawing

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captioned image

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plan drawing

Dimensions: overall: 28 x 76 cm (11 x 29 15/16 in.)

Copyright: National Gallery of Art: CC0 1.0

Andy Goldsworthy's "Roof I- Side View," is presented as a pencil drawing, charting the convergence of natural and constructed forms. The composition is structured around a stark contrast between the upper and lower registers. A circle hovers above a linear grid that encloses a series of soft, arching lines. This juxtaposition evokes the dialogue between the celestial and the terrestrial. The arches introduce organic shapes within the geometric constraint of the grid, suggesting a tension between natural spontaneity and imposed order. Goldsworthy plays with semiotics, using the roofline as a signifier for shelter and structure, while the circular form above might symbolize the sun or moon, elements that govern natural cycles. The drawing challenges our perception of space, contrasting linear perspective with abstract representation. It asks us to reconsider how we categorize and value natural versus artificial environments. The deliberate simplicity of the drawing allows us to focus on the underlying forms and the way they challenge our understanding of space and structure, reflecting the broader philosophical inquiry into our relationship with the world.

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