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Alberto Letamendi
'El Iluso que mira las Estrellas' The Deluded Man Who Looks at Stars

2021

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This sculpture is based on the writings of Franz Kafka, where the feelings, fears and doubts of man are shown. In a world dominated by screens and technologies, we forget to observe man as a unit. The sculpture represent these characteristics of the human being, from the armor that covers him different states of man are presented: "El Iluso Que Mira las Estrellas" represents innocence, sensitivity,.... Alberto Letamendi, is an artist from Ordizia (Basque Country) born in 1964. In his work, whether in painting or sculpture, he uses various techniques with a preference for natural materials such as fe powder, wood and pigments. His series "ITXAROPENA" - Hope - is a work, inspired by Basque heritage. The artist with his characters dressed in traditional Basque costumes, shows us his vision of local solidarity and mutual aid. The human warmth released by the bright colors, refers to the idea of communion and unity that exists in its territory. Great artist of the new Basque generation, Alberto Letamendi is an artist followed for years by some collectors. In 2019, the artist inaugurated a sculpture "Elkarri Begirra" commissioned by the city of Tolosa (Spain), to celebrate the peace process in the Basque Country. Contemporary, mixed media painting.
  • Creator:
    Alberto Letamendi (Spanish)
  • Creation Year:
    2021
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 5.5 in (13.97 cm)Width: 2.75 in (6.99 cm)Depth: 2.3 in (5.85 cm)
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  • Gallery Location:
    Rye, NY
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU42537969612

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