2021
"La speranza è l'ultima a morire" (Hope is the last to die) this sumo sculpture, crafted in dark forest green matte resin, is adorned with golden butterflies soaring around the figure. The deep, earthy green symbolizes resilience and endurance, while the golden butterflies represent the enduring spirit of hope. This piece embodies the strength to persevere through challenges, with a message of unwavering hope and transformation. The breathing remains steady, and his half-open lips allow the air to flow effortlessly, creating a continuous exchange between his internal and external worlds. His powerful body strikes a delicate balance between the elements, while the material that composes him transcends into light, reaching for the heavens. Cast in rich dark green, his figure resonates with the grounding energy of nature, welcoming a swarm of butterflies to rest lightly upon him, suspended in the tranquil blue.