GILGUL
3D printed PLA, Bronze
sulfate solution and subjected to a gentle electrical current, the sculpture
embarks on a slow metamorphosis. Over time, the bronze dissolves into
the solution, only to reemerge as a crystalline structure, harking back
to the material's most primal form. This process is not merely a static
exhibit but a dynamic performance, unfolding over several years. The
gradual degradation of the skull, juxtaposed with its rebirth as an ever-
expanding crystal, serves as a potent metaphor for cycles of life, decay,
and regeneration.
concept of reincarnation, suggesting the endless journey of the soul
through various forms and existences. The transformation of the
sculpture from solid metal to crystalline form mirrors this spiritual
voyage, embodying themes of dissolution, purification, and eventual
renewal. The use of bronze—a material with ancient connotations of
permanence and resilience—contrasts with its deliberate dissolution,
challenging notions of permanency and the immutable nature of
substances.
This piece invites contemplation on the impermanence of physical form
and the enduring essence that underlies superficial changes. As viewers
witness the slow yet inevitable progression of the skull's transformation,
life beyond physical demise. Through this artistic alchemy, the sculpture
not only transcends its material origins but also engages deeply with
existential questions, offering a visual and conceptual reflection on the
mysteries of existence and the continuous cycle of life and death.
Installation view after 2 weeks,
a crystal has grown to a size of
approximately 5 cm.
EQUINOX, 2022
3-channel Video, 8 minutes loop.
In the same name of the exhibition, a tri-channel
video piece featuring a machine designed to
transform the human body post-mortem into
electrical energy. This apparatus, characterized
by its intricate array of thermoelectric converters
and cooling fans, proposes a novel approach to
death that intertwines with themes of rebirth and
continuity.
The voiceover in the video, an AI-rendered
duplication of the artist's voice, serves as
a poignant meditation on life, death, and
the potential for rebirth through energy
transformation. It introduces the machine's
operation with reverence and scientific intrigue,
describing the process of body desiccation,
oxygenation, and subsequent combustion. A key
phrase from the narration, "All the calories in your
body, all the potential energy stored in every single
cell," underscores the concept that the energy of
life can be repurposed beyond death.
The video's narrative aligns with the idea that
what was once part of the earth returns to
it, not through decay but through a cycle of
energy conversion that mirrors the essence of
reincarnation. It suggests that the 'soul'—or the
energy that animates us—continues in a different
form, akin to the prophetic vision of dry bones
coming to life, a motif that resonates deeply within
the exhibition's thematic scope.
Watch the full video
sulfate solution and subjected to a gentle electrical current, the sculpture
embarks on a slow metamorphosis. Over time, the bronze dissolves into
the solution, only to reemerge as a crystalline structure, harking back
to the material's most primal form. This process is not merely a static
exhibit but a dynamic performance, unfolding over several years. The
gradual degradation of the skull, juxtaposed with its rebirth as an ever-
expanding crystal, serves as a potent metaphor for cycles of life, decay,
and regeneration.
concept of reincarnation, suggesting the endless journey of the soul
through various forms and existences. The transformation of the
sculpture from solid metal to crystalline form mirrors this spiritual
voyage, embodying themes of dissolution, purification, and eventual
renewal. The use of bronze—a material with ancient connotations of
permanence and resilience—contrasts with its deliberate dissolution,
challenging notions of permanency and the immutable nature of
substances.
This piece invites contemplation on the impermanence of physical form
and the enduring essence that underlies superficial changes. As viewers
witness the slow yet inevitable progression of the skull's transformation,
life beyond physical demise. Through this artistic alchemy, the sculpture
not only transcends its material origins but also engages deeply with
existential questions, offering a visual and conceptual reflection on the
mysteries of existence and the continuous cycle of life and death.
Installation view after 2 weeks,
a crystal has grown to a size of
approximately 5 cm.
EQUINOX, 2022
3-channel Video, 8 minutes loop.
In the same name of the exhibition, a tri-channel
video piece featuring a machine designed to
transform the human body post-mortem into
electrical energy. This apparatus, characterized
by its intricate array of thermoelectric converters
and cooling fans, proposes a novel approach to
death that intertwines with themes of rebirth and
continuity.
The voiceover in the video, an AI-rendered
duplication of the artist's voice, serves as
a poignant meditation on life, death, and
the potential for rebirth through energy
transformation. It introduces the machine's
operation with reverence and scientific intrigue,
describing the process of body desiccation,
oxygenation, and subsequent combustion. A key
phrase from the narration, "All the calories in your
body, all the potential energy stored in every single
cell," underscores the concept that the energy of
life can be repurposed beyond death.
The video's narrative aligns with the idea that
what was once part of the earth returns to
it, not through decay but through a cycle of
energy conversion that mirrors the essence of
reincarnation. It suggests that the 'soul'—or the
energy that animates us—continues in a different
form, akin to the prophetic vision of dry bones
coming to life, a motif that resonates deeply within
the exhibition's thematic scope.
Watch the full video