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"Crouching Aphrodite 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 titled "Crouching Aphrodite" by Andreas Loeschner-Gornau is a modern interpretation of an ancient form. It stands on a light, reflective surface against a predominantly white background, which makes the figure stand out. The sculpture itself is an abstract, biomorphic form reminiscent of coral or flames. It consists of multiple elements that twist, turn, and overlap, appearing as though shaped over time by external forces. The sculpture’s surface is heavily textured, and its coloring contributes to an organic, weathered appearance. Warm gold and bronze tones dominate, punctuated by a blue-green hue reminiscent of patina or aged bronze. In certain areas—particularly within the recesses and crevices—a deep red shimmers through. This combination of colors and rough texture evokes a sense of age and decay, akin to an ancient statue exposed to the elements for centuries. The composition is dynamic and vertically oriented. Various organic forms rise upward and intertwine, creating voids and open spaces. The figure of the crouching Aphrodite is only hinted at, as the sculpture is highly abstract. The upward-spiraling forms might suggest legs or twisting limbs, converging into an upward-reaching shape that could imply a head or a gesture. This interpretation is reinforced by the title’s reference to the "Crouching Aphrodite" and the Hellenistic sculptor Doidalses, who is renowned for his depiction of Aphrodite in a crouching pose. Frontal lighting casts shadows that accentuate the sculpture's depth and texture. The glossy surface reflects the light, lending the sculpture a lively quality despite its static nature. The edges are soft and rounded, accentuating the organic form. The sculpture is somewhat stocky and heavy, yet its upward-reaching shapes lend it a certain lightness despite its weight. Overall, the sculpture conveys a fascinating blend of the ancient and the modern, nature and art, permanence and transience. Its texture and coloring evoke associations with natural processes such as weathering and growth.