"The Mangrove People II" PLA (bio-based plastic),electroplated with copper, patinated/ Click here to buy
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 "Die Vestalinnen" (The Vestal Virgins) by Andreas Loeschner-Gornau presents itself as a complex, dynamic, and vertical work of art set against a simple, light-gray to white background. The artwork is centrally positioned and fills most of the frame's vertical space.The image shows a sculpture titled "The Mangrove People II" (Die Mangroven-Menschen II) by Andreas Loeschner-Gornau. The sculpture is presented as two identical views placed side by side, though they are lit slightly differently.
The sculpture itself is abstract and organically shaped, featuring intertwined, column-like elements. It evokes the image of rooted mangroves or human bodies winding around one another. The forms are fluid and dynamic, with numerous gaps and open spaces that allow for an interplay of light and shadow.
The sculpture’s surface is striking and textured. It is colored in a combination of teal-green and reddish-orange, with gold accents that stand out. The coloration is reminiscent of weathered metal—such as bronze or copper—bearing a patina formed by oxidation. The red paint is applied irregularly, creating a net-like pattern, while the teal-green and gold appear like a base coat or remnants of the original finish. The entire surface has a slightly rough, uneven texture.
The background is a bright, solid white, making the sculpture stand out clearly. The surface beneath the sculpture is light gray and slightly reflective, creating a soft reflection of the sculpture's lower sections.
The composition is symmetrical, as the two views of the sculpture are identical and centrally positioned within the frame. The lighting comes from the front and slightly above, emphasizing the sculpture's three-dimensional form and surface texture. The two views differ minimally in their shadowing, allowing the viewer to perceive the form from slightly different perspectives.