Woman in Bronze
This piece is more than a representation of form; it is a visual meditation on environmental fragility and maternal vigilance. Payes has long explored themes of creation and destruction, but WOMAN IN BRONZE offers a contemporary perspective shaped by growing ecological uncertainty. WOMAN IN BRONZE embodies an innate awareness of looming threats, while it’s metallic solidity conveys an unyielding strength. The curvature of its hollow structure imbues protection and nurture, qualities synonymous with motherhood and the artist’s personal journey as a mother.
In WOMAN IN BRONZE, Payes distills the essence of humanity in our world, encapsulating the cyclical nature of life. The emerging fracture, a subtle yet significant detail, suggests both division and regeneration, a simultaneous breaking and birthing. The sculpture carries within it the visual DNA of the artist’s family, both her daughters, Ilana and Janine. This embedded lineage reflects Payes’ unwavering hope in the continuity of life, a testament to the transformative power of creation and the eternal nature of renewal.
Through WOMAN IN BRONZE, Sonia Payes presents a powerful and deeply personal vision, one that contemplates the future while celebrating the past, urging us to recognize the delicate balance between our existence and the world we shape.
- Cast Bronze on Corten
- H 180cm
- Weight 100Kg
- Edition of 9 (4 left)
Sonia Payes
Sonia Payes is a contemporary artist whose innovative approach has made significant contributions to the art world. Born with a passion for creative expression, Payes began her career with photographic portraits and evocative other worldly landscapes. Payes’ deep sensitivity to nature and the human condition together with her deep interest in digital technology and now, artificial intelligence, shows how she has seamlessly integrated these elements into her creative practice, forging a path that bridges past artistic traditions with tomorrow’s possibilities. Her journey with different mediums; photography and sculpture, reflects her commitment to the continuous creative evolution of reinvention, inviting viewers to experience art that transcends time, merging classic beauty with modern technology and redefining the future of visual storytelling. Her evolving portfolio not only challenges artistic conventions but also inspires a new generation of visionary creators.
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