Sanctuary of the Unclaimed

Sanctuary of the Unclaimed
250(H)x110(W)x110(L)
PVC, Air Foam Clay, Metal, Wire
2024
Rong Bao

This artwork explores themes related to gender, power, vitality, and reproduction through a form that is both soft and poetic. It takes the shape of a large female genitalia, using transparent and rounded materials to create a visual experience that is simultaneously soft and alienating. By symbolically representing the female body, the work challenges traditional societal notions of gender roles and the female form, while also reflecting on the fragility of life and the cyclical nature of existence.

Visually, the artwork evokes a sense of the sublime through its exaggerated form and soft texture. This sense of the sublime, often accompanied by awe and reverence, prompts viewers to reconsider humanity's relationship with nature and the universe. The piece adopts a non-anthropocentric perspective, emphasizing that humanity is merely a part of the Earth's web of life, rather than its master.

As a symbolic, monument-like creation, the artwork is not only visually captivating but also deeply thought-provoking on a spiritual level. Through its grand scale and the thoughtful use of materials, the piece invites viewers into a transcendent space beyond ordinary experience, eliciting a powerful emotional response that is both soft and profound.