Runner - Benjamin Georgeaud
Bronze - 3/8 - 45 x 35 x 5 cm
Benjamin Georgeaud's Runner captures movement and determination in a dynamic sculptural form that seems to emerge from the metal itself. This polished bronze, with a gleaming silver finish, immortalizes the momentum of an athlete in full flight, every muscle tense, every fiber of his being focused forward.
The artist chose to depict his runner in a specific moment of his race, but innovatively breaks down this movement into a series of successive figures that blend into one another. This technique, inspired by photographic sequences from the early days of cinema, gives the sculpture a fluidity and a sense of time that defy the immobile nature of matter. The overlapping figures create an illusion of speed and effort, like a wave of raw energy propelled into the future.
The sculpture sits on a gently curved base, evoking a track or winding path, reinforcing the idea of movement and progression. The bronze's smooth surface and reflections catch the light from various angles, accentuating the runner's muscular contours and anatomical details. It is a study of the human form in full performance, a tribute to discipline, endurance, and the constant quest to push the limits.
Runner is more than just a sporting performance; it's a metaphor for human perseverance and the vital impulse that drives each individual to surpass themselves. With this work, Benjamin Georgeaud reminds us that life itself is a race, a journey where each moment is a new opportunity to reach the unattainable.
This powerful piece will find its place in any space seeking to inspire ambition and excellence, from executive offices to contemporary art galleries. It invites admiration not only for the artist's virtuosity but also for the indomitable spirit of the subject he depicts.
