Torso – Sculpture in La Serena
Work
Torso
Author
Lily Garafulic
Year
20th Century
History
The work reflects the artist's vision, who sought to explore the essence of the human figure.
She tried to represent the body from a modernist perspective, prioritizing form and balance over details.
The torso can be interpreted as a search for the universal in the human figure, a representation of the essential and timeless.
Lacking complete limbs, the sculpture directs attention to the core of the body, symbolizing strength, emotional connection, and the inherent vulnerability of the human being.
The work highlights the dialogue between the human and the abstract, inviting personal contemplation.
Technical Data
AUTHOR
Chilean sculptor (1914–2012), pioneer of modern art.
She fused abstraction and pre-Columbian tradition in stone and bronze.
First woman to direct the MNBA (1973–77).
Author of "Visitation" (La Serena) and the doors of the Cathedral of Santiago.
Her work renewed Chilean monumental sculpture.
TIME
20th Century
MATERIALITY
Stone.
DESCRIPTION
This work reflects the simplification of the human figure, highlighting essential lines and volumes.
The torso, stripped of complete limbs, evokes strength and serenity.
The firm facial expression and balance in its pose suggest introspection and an inner connection.
The work symbolizes timeless beauty and the power of the human body as a vehicle for emotion and reflection.
