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Ever feel like your head is full of cotton wool? This Brainless Figure in Stone knows the feeling! Right here, in front of the Museu Nacional dos Coches, stands this curious sculpture. This isn’t just any old statue. This is a 2020 creation by the renowned Chinese artist, Ai Weiwei. The Brainless Figure in Stone is, believe it or not, a self-portrait! And it was made using an incredible combination of technology and artistry. First, Ai Weiwei had his body digitally scanned to create a model. Then, skilled artisans meticulously carved the finer details that the digital scan missed. Eyebrows, hair, those tiny nuances were all done by hand. This unusual process highlights the interplay between modern technology and traditional craftsmanship. It makes you wonder what Ai Weiwei is saying about the human experience. Are we all just digital copies with a few handcrafted details? This Brainless Figure in Stone certainly gives us plenty to think about!

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