# Metal-Disguised Wood Sculptures The Edge of Space Collection Plays with Your Perspective By Gil Cohen | Published 2012-12-04 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/edge-of-space References: [frameweb](http://www.frameweb.com/news/ron-van-der-ende-edge-of-space) & [ronvanderende.nl](http://ronvanderende.nl/?cat=47) Installed halfway hanging off the walls to look as though they are floating, the Edge of Space sculpture collection, created by Ron van der Ende, is a study in perspective. While the pieces may look like they could be made out of rusty metal and natural minerals, they are actually all made out of [salvaged wood](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/age-of-wood). The artist used a special technique in his painting, created a [mosaic of tiny brush strokes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fragmenti) to highlight facets and dimension, as well as creating an inner glow within his sculptures that makes them seem to embody a metallic sheen. The resulting effect in the Edge of Space collection is an [illusion of heavy metallic materials](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/between-the-lightness-and-the-darkness) that, in reality, feel unexpectedly brittle and light. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.9/10 - Popularity: 34% | Activity: 14% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/design) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Illusionary Sculptures:** Leveraging techniques that create optical illusions, there is opportunities for artists and designers to create captivating sculptures that challenge perception. - **Redefining Materials:** Exploring unconventional materials like salvaged wood and using innovative painting techniques can redefine traditional perceptions of art and sculpture. - **Mixed Media Fusion:** Combining different materials to create visually striking sculptures can inspire new possibilities for artistic expression and craftsmanship. ### Who This Affects Most - **Art and Design:** Artists and designers can utilize the concept of illusionary sculptures to create unique and thought-provoking artworks. - **Interior Design and Decor:** Incorporating illusionary sculptures made of redefined materials can add a touch of intrigue and sophistication to interior spaces. - **Craftsmanship and Woodworking:** The use of salvaged wood and innovative painting techniques presents an opportunity for craftsmen to showcase their skills in creating one-of-a-kind sculptures. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Otherworldly Wooden Art](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wooden-sculptures-1.md) - [Human Embraced-Inspired Sculptures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wallmounted-sculpture.md) - [Celestial Sculptural Art](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/orbit-collection.md) - [Geometric Sculpture Boxes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/illusion-box.md) - [Wooden Light-Hearted Sculptures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dream-sculpture.md) - [Fantasy Sculptural Furniture Pieces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chris-wolston.md) - [Sculptural Furniture Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lightness-of-form.md) - [Sculptural Gravity Benches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/floating-bench.md) - [Metal-Centric Playful Furniture](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sight-unseen-1.md)