24. The Silent Guardian

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24. The Silent Guardian

Daniel Rădulescu

1990, Brașov

Estimate:

EUR 10.000 - 15.000

Sold

EUR 26.000

oțel și lingouri de alamă, adaos manual de oțel prin straturi, 70 x 56 x 16 cm, The artist's signature is engraved on the inside of the sculpture and is accompanied by an original brass label, attached to the wooden base, inscribed in Japanese.

Research information

The work represented Romania at the World Exhibition in Osaka 2025, Japan.

The work "The Silent Guardian", one of the defining creations from the artist's portfolio, embodies a profound reflection on the relationship between man, city, and environment. Its elongated silhouette, hand-shaped from steel, conveys a restrained inner strength - that of a silent protector, a guardian who carefully watches over the world created by man. The golden elements within the composition, inspired by urban structures, symbolize the fragility of the balance between progress and responsibility. The contrast between the hard texture of the steel and the warm glow of brass creates a visual tension that speaks of hope, but also about the fragility of contemporary civilization.

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