Do you see the way the light dances on the smooth surface of the two stones? It’s like a silent conversation happening between the diabase and the marble. This, dear friends, is *En inre delning* – a sculpture by the renowned Swedish artist Gert Marcus. Crafted in 1967, it stands proudly in the heart of Östermalm, a testament to the interplay of form, material, and nature.
*En inre delning* is more than just a sculpture, it’s a dialogue. Marcus, who was deeply inspired by the essence of nature in his work, used different types of stones, their textures and colors to create a sense of internal division. The diabase is a dark, hard rock, representing the masculine, while the marble is a softer, lighter stone representing the feminine. Together, they represent the duality of nature, and the duality of life itself.
*En inre delning* is a piece that asks you to pause, to contemplate, to reflect on how the contrasting elements of our world can create something beautiful and harmonious. The sculpture seems almost alive as the light plays across the polished surfaces, creating a dynamic interplay of shadows and light. It makes you wonder what secrets the stones hold within them, and what stories they could tell if only they could speak.