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"The Mangrove People sculpture" PLA (bio-based plastic),electroplated with copper, patinated/ Click here to buy

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This exclusive sculpture combines cutting-edge technology with traditional craftsmanship. The sculpture’s core is a high-precision form made of PLA, a sustainable, bio-based plastic. Through an intricate, multi-day process, the piece is electroplated with a layer of genuine copper. Its distinctive, vibrant depth is achieved through a subsequent chemical patination process: the shades of verdigris and oxidation result from actual chemical reactions, making this sculpture a truly unique, one-of-a-kind piece. The symbiosis of digital design and classic electroforming gives the work an extraordinary tactile quality and visual dynamism as it rests on its base. Finished with high-quality acrylic accents. The sculpture "The Mangrove People" (*Die Mangroven-Menschen*) by Andreas Loeschner-Gornau is an abstract, organically shaped piece with a vertical orientation, presented against a seamless, light-colored background. The background features a gentle gradient shifting from bright white at the top to a very pale gray at the bottom, creating an effect that feels both floating and grounded. The sculpture itself is composed of several intertwined, sweeping elements that evoke both roots and stylized human limbs. Its surface is highly textured and displays two dominant colors: a shimmering, sand-toned gold or bronze and a matte, textured turquoise or mint green. The gold/bronze sections appear as raised or overlaying strands that define the outer contours and the forward-facing surfaces of the forms. These golden areas possess a fine, granular texture—reminiscent of sand, weathered metal, or natural deposits—that catches the light with a subtle sheen. The turquoise/mint green sections are recessed, visible within the hollows and on the undersides of the strands. They exhibit a more pronounced, often horizontally oriented striped or ribbed structure, evoking wood grain, layers, or even algal growth. Small, irregular raised dots or nodules are also interspersed across the turquoise surfaces, enhancing the sculpture's organic, rugged aesthetic. The overall form is dynamic and upward-reaching. It begins at the base with a broader, root-like structure that tapers as it rises, culminating in a complex interplay of curves and open spaces. In the middle and upper sections, the strands merge and separate again, creating negative spaces that resemble windows or arched passageways. These interstitial spaces—varying between narrow and wide—enhance the impression of movement and lightness, despite the solidity of the materials. Three main strands are visible in the upper section; they reach upwards like arms or heads and gently diverge, with one forming a striking triangular opening. The lighting is soft and diffused yet creates distinct shadows within the recesses and beneath the overlapping forms, lending the sculpture depth and volume. A faint shadow is also cast on the light-gray surface beneath the sculpture, underscoring its physical presence in the space. The texture and coloring—particularly the interplay between the metallic gold and the weathered-looking turquoise—imbue the sculpture with an aesthetic that is simultaneously ancient, modern, and organic. This perfectly reflects the title "The Mangrove People" by combining the strength and interwoven nature of mangrove roots with the grace and interconnectedness of human forms. The mint green hue carries a subtle hint of pastel blue, while the gold features a warm, earthy undertone.