Palladium gilded bronze - 1/8 - 92 x 35 x 28
“Oveshka” by Benjamin Georgeaud
"Oveshka" by Benjamin Georgeaud is a sculpture that invites the viewer to contemplate the vulnerability and innocence of childhood. Carved with remarkable precision, this work, with an imposing height of 92 cm, captures a moment of intimacy and sweetness, with a subtlety specific to the artist.
Depicting a young naked boy, the work highlights contrasts of texture and tone, giving the figure a realistic dimension while evoking a timeless universe. The boy, standing, looks with an expression that is both serious and curious, his features imbued with a gentle melancholy. His body, delicately sculpted, seems to capture the very essence of the innocence and fragility of childhood.
But what immediately catches the eye is the object he holds in his hand: a golden plush toy, whose metallic color stands out brilliantly against the earthy patina of the sculpture. This golden plush toy, a symbol of comfort and security for the child, is here transformed into a valuable object, sublimated by the artist to become a focal point of the composition. It symbolizes the unbreakable link between childhood and light, a treasure of innocence preserved in an often dark world.
Georgeaud, with this piece, does not simply sculpt an image of childhood; he captures its very essence, transforming a simple moment of everyday life into a profound reflection on memory, purity and loss. The work's striking realism, combined with a subtle abstraction in the emotion it evokes, makes "Oveshka" a masterpiece that silently dialogues with the viewer, evoking memories that are both personal and universal.
"Oveshka" is more than a sculpture; it is a tribute to childhood, its ephemeral beauty and its eternal brilliance. Through this creation, Benjamin Georgeaud reminds us of the importance of protecting and cherishing the inner light of each child, a moving reminder of the beauty of early ages and the magic that inhabits them.
