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"Bookworm XI" (2023) Sculpture by Yuriy Kraft
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Limited Edition (#1/25)
Sculpture,
Bronze
on Metal
- Dimensions Height 18.5in, Width 4.7in / 6.00 kg
- Artwork's condition The artwork is in perfect condition
- Fit for outdoor? Yes, This artwork can be displayed outdoor
- Categories Sculptures under $5,000 Figurative Spirituality
Im Mittelpunkt dieser Skulptur steht der Junge, der majestisch auf diesem Buchturm thront. Seine lebensechte Haltung und sein intensiver Blick in das Buch, das er mit beiden Händen hält, fangen die tiefe Konzentration und das Eintauchen in die Welt der Literatur perfekt ein. Die Intensität seines Ausdrucks und seine lebhafte Darstellung vermitteln die Freude und Leidenschaft des Lesens.
Die Wahl von Bronze als Gestaltungsmaterial verleiht diesem Kunstwerk eine Aura von Ewigkeit, und die Patina in Kombination mit dem Wachsfinish verleiht ihm ein reiches, gealtertes Erscheinungsbild. Dadurch wird die Skulptur zu einem Kunstwerk, das Geschichte und Tradition atmet und die zeitlose Bedeutung des Wissenserwerbs unterstreicht.
Die beeindruckende Darstellung der jugendlichen Unschuld des Jungen im Kontrast zur Weisheit und Tiefe, die sich in den Büchern manifestieren, vermittelt eine inspirierende Botschaft. Diese Skulptur symbolisiert die transformative Kraft von Literatur und Bildung und betont, dass der Weg des Wissenserwerbs bereits in der Kindheit beginnt und das ganze Leben hindurchgeht.
Insgesamt handelt es sich um ein Kunstwerk, das die Schönheit der intellektuellen Neugier und die tiefgreifende Rolle der Literatur bei der Formung unserer menschlichen Erfahrung meisterhaft einfängt. Es dient als erhebliche Erinnerung an die Notwendigkeit, die Liebe zum Lernen von Kindesbeinen an zu fördern und die bleibende Wirkung, die dies auf das Leben eines jeden Einzelnen haben kann.
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Yuriy Kraft is a contemporary German artist who seeks to strike a harmonious balance between realism and abstraction in his work. Unconstrained by specific themes, Kraft's versatility is evident as he effortlessly transitions from painting landscapes to portraits and abstractions. Embracing a philosophy of continual artistic growth, he believes that stepping out of one's comfort zone is essential for development.
In the early stages of his artistic journey, Yuriy experimented with various mediums such as oil, acrylic, and charcoal. However, it was the unpredictable nature of watercolors that captivated him, leading him to choose it as his preferred medium. He appreciates the inherent variability in watercolors, noting that even when painting the same subject, each creation unfolds uniquely. A true advocate for embracing mistakes, Yuriy believes that a watercolor artist should always be ready to turn errors into opportunities.
For Yuriy Kraft, painting serves as a therapeutic outlet. Regardless of life's challenges, the simple act of brush strokes brings him a profound sense of peace. Over the years, he has come to understand the healing power of art. Immersed in the process of drawing, Yuriy finds solace and enters a state of rest, forgetting about the outside world as he delves into the enchanting realm of color. In this sanctuary, the only significant factor is the happiness of the artist—a person with a brush in hand.
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Nationality:
GERMANY
- Date of birth : 1969
- Artistic domains: Works by professional artists,
- Groups: Professional Artist Contemporary German Artists
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