Struggling for survival

Resin, Metal

Size: 55 cm x 70 cm x 50 cm (Height, Width, Depth)
Weight: 2,5kg
2019 Berlin

This sculpture captures the raw, visceral energy of a being in motion, grappling with unseen forces. The muscular, earth-toned limb extends forward, its fingers elongated into sharp, metallic claws, each glistening with an almost predatory sheen. The combination of organic form and mechanical elements suggests a creature that has adapted or transformed, using every resource at its disposal to navigate a harsh world.

There is an intense determination in the posture, as if every sinew and tendon is straining against an invisible weight. The metallic claws, cold and unyielding, appear ready to dig into whatever surface they encounter, anchoring the figure in place. Yet, there’s a vulnerability in this defensive stance, a silent acknowledgment of struggle. The arm reaches forward with a mixture of resilience and desperation, embodying the paradox of strength under pressure and the relentless drive to persevere.