Bronze and tempered glass
Description of the work: "Penguin" by SO (Sophie Dabet)
In “Manchot,” Sophie Dabet, under her artist name SO, explores the iconic penguin form with elegance and simplicity, capturing the essence of this polar animal in a sculpture of remarkable purity. This work, minimalist in its approach, magnifies the penguin’s distinct silhouette with fluid lines and gentle curves that immediately evoke its resilient nature and adaptation to Earth’s most extreme environments.
SO uses a dark, subtly nuanced patina to bring this piece to life, playing with the contrasts between light and shadow to accentuate the smooth, polished texture of the surface. The penguin’s stylized expression, with its delicately sculpted beak and rounded body, exudes both a serene tranquility and a quiet dignity, symbols of this species’ survival and determination in the face of the rigors of the polar climate.
This sculpture is notable for its ability to capture not only the physical form of the animal, but also its spiritual essence. “Penguin” is an invitation to contemplate the beauty of nature in its simplest form, while reflecting on the resilience and endurance of wildlife. The work almost seems to invite the viewer into a silent conversation, a reflection on the mysteries of nature and the lessons we can learn from its ability to adapt and thrive.
Ideal for any space that seeks to celebrate nature and its diversity, “Penguin” will find its place in contemporary art collections and environments where design and simplicity are at the forefront. This sculpture, with its imposing yet calming presence, is a testament to SO’s ability to transform animal forms into artistic icons, revealing the majesty of the natural world through art that is both refined and powerful.
