Adi Gunawan

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About the artwork

Adi Gunawan's "The Edge of Dream" captures a serene moment of transition between consciousness and the dream world. This bronze sculpture features a rounded figure resting peacefully against a similarly plump companion, their forms melding in a soft embrace. The figure's contemplative pose and gentle curves evoke a profound sense of introspection and the ephemeral nature of dreams, suggesting a journey into the subconscious. Gunawan's distinctive style imbues the piece with warmth and a universal sense of comfort and security. The smooth, lustrous bronze enhances the tranquil atmosphere, inviting viewers to pause and reflect on the delicate boundary between reality and imagination. "The Edge of Dream" is a poignant portrayal of peace and the quiet solace found in repose, embodying the deep calm that precedes the immersive world of dreams.

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.