Monumental Concepts
Butterfly Corten Steel
Butterfly Transformation
CORTENSTEEL BUTTERFLY: Cortensteel mountable on solid base.
SCALE: 1.2 meters
LOCATION: Beeldentuin Cuijk
The Concept
Transformation (2023) is an installation with the measurements of 120x120x70 cm ,(47in x 47in x 27in) consisting of two mirror-image symmetrical objects. The sculptural forms create the illusion of fluttering wings and a visual play of two individual butterflies transforming into one. The sculpture symbolizes "That We Are All One”.
The numbers located on the butterfly sculpture are intentionally left from the original steel markings. The numbered “tattoos” on the butterfly sculpture represent the victims who were dehumanized and assigned numbers in concentration camps. By preserving these steel markings on the sculpture, it serves as a poignant reminder of the horrors and the importance of never forgetting such acts of genocide. It is a call to action to honor and learn from history to prevent similar atrocities from happening again.
This piece is on exhibit for 2 years from May 2023-2025 in Beeldentuin Cuijk. It can be purchased directly on location.
