May 26, 2012 · Used tires get a new lease on life in the talented hands of artist Wim Delvoye. These intricate hand-carved tires are surprisingly delicate.

Untitled (Car Tyre), 2010 handcarved car tyre . variable dimensions ...

May 13, 2012 · It’s hard to believe that each one of these used car tires is hand-carved by Belgian artist Wim Delvoye. The collection of tires features intricate pattern work with various motifs, like floral and Art Deco.

Sep 19, 2011 · Elements from Art Nouveau are recognizable in his carvings of flowers, scrolls, leaves and grapes. Carefully sculpting the rubber of each tire, Delvoye removes gradated sections of the...

Aug 10, 2022 · Delvoye, a multi-disciplinary Belgian artist, creates works that combine modern technology with traditional or cultural visual references. This image shows ornamental patterns carved by hand into truck tyres incorporating some of the tyres’ original features.

Wim Delvoye’s carved rubber tires are simply amazing. As I stood pumping gas into my car today on the way home from work, I noticed that my left front tire appeared to be low on air. Let me just say that I do not like car maintenance of any kind.

Dec 13, 2011 · Wonderful hand carved tyres by Belgian artist Wim Delvoye. Although started in 2007 I'm only just discovering these now and love them, there are lots more to see here. They have similar qualities to the work of Cal Lane who I first blogged about here. Here is one of her pieces I've not show already. Cal Lane - laser cut car door via Artboom.

Each one of these used car tires is hand-carved by Belgium artist Wim Delvoye. The collection of tires features intricate pattern work with various motifs, like floral and Art Deco. He does an incredible job working with the original shape of each tire when designing each pattern.

Explore this page to discover a variety of articles and features showcasing creators who have crafted designs using both recycled tyre rubber but also other types of rubber in their design. It's a wide range spanning from shoes and chairs to house facades and art.

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