Adi Gunawan

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About the artwork

Adi Gunawan's "Enjoy The Moment" is a charming bronze sculpture that truly captures a figure in a state of blissful relaxation, embodying the profound joy of living fully in the present. The artwork features one of Gunawan's characteristically rounded forms reclining serenely in a vessel, engrossed in a book. This scene perfectly evokes a sense of personal peace and escape from the demands of the world. Gunawan's emphasis on voluptuous, smooth contours enhances the sense of contentment and ease, inviting viewers to appreciate the beauty of stillness and self-care. The rich bronze patina adds to the sculpture's timeless appeal, highlighting the simple yet profound pleasure of quiet contemplation. "Enjoy The Moment" serves as a gentle reminder to savor life's small luxuries and find contentment in the quietude of the now.

About the artist

Born in Yogyakarta in 1974, Adi Gunawan received his education at the Institut Seni Indonesia. He is a prominent Indonesian sculptor known for his distinctive and often playful and satirical bronze sculptures. In his symbolic sculptures, Adi invokes exploration of themes related to human behavior, social issues, and cultural traditions. He uses his cultural positioning as a tool to visualize motions, gestures, characters and expressions of various subjects that he sculpts. He often incorporates elements of Indonesian folklore and everyday life, giving his pieces a rich cultural context. Growing up in an Agrarian society, he depicts a lot of animals in his work. The symbiotic and mystical relationship between animals and humans is well expressed in his artworks.