Can you feel it? The weight of their presence, even from across the street. We’re standing before The Broad Family, a sculpture by the Catalan artist Xavier Corberó. Now, these aren’t your typical bronze statues. The Broad Family is rendered in massive slabs of basalt, a hard, volcanic stone. At first glance, they might seem like abstract forms, almost like giant, weathered boulders. But look closer. Notice how the artist has captured the essence of a family, even in these rough-hewn shapes. There are two parents, a child, and even a dog playing with a ball. It’s a testament to Corberó’s skill that he can evoke such recognizable figures from such simple forms. He’s interested not just in the solid mass of the stones, but also the space between them. See how the figures seem to interact, even in their stillness? Now, for a little secret. Peek beneath the child’s form. Can you see the tiny, polished shoes? It’s a touch of whimsy, a hidden detail that brings a smile to your face. The Broad Family is a reminder that art can be found in the most unexpected places, even in the heart of London’s financial district.
Центральный дом работников искусств
Step through the grand wooden doors of the Central House of the Workers of Art, and you’ll be transported to