Behold the Hippocampe Rex Or. This isn’t just any bronze sculpture. It’s a unique piece a testament to the artistry of Chesade.
The Hippocampe a seahorse takes center stage. Its graceful form is captured in bronze. The artist’s skill shines through. Notice the golden red and yellow patina. It transforms the seahorse into a true jewel. Small cubic blocks adorn the creature.
Chesade considers the seahorse a cult animal. She views it as the king of the seas an endangered one at that. The artist sees the seahorse’s form as magical. Its elegant form floats in suspension like an improbable being. A kind of angel a lucky encounter.
This isn’t just about a pretty seahorse. Chesade’s work reflects her fascination with the marine world. She explains how sculpting the underwater world is a confrontation. A confrontation with the power of the elements with the vivid colors of the air. The beauty of unusual volumes and the sound of waves fascinate her. Underwater beauty is different beautiful and violent she says.
The Hippocampe Rex Or weighs 18 kg. Its dimensions are 103 x 55 x 22 cm. It’s a one-of-a-kind piece from 2013. It comes with a certificate of authenticity signed by Chesade herself. The piece includes a metal base measuring 17 cm x 35 cm.
The Hippocampe Rex Or isn’t just a work of art. It’s a story a message. A story of grace of endangerment. And of an artist’s unique vision. A story only this magnificent sculpture can tell.