Adi Gunawan

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About the artwork

Adi Gunawan's "The Glory" is a deeply touching bronze sculpture that beautifully encapsulates the profound bond of parenthood and new life. This two-part piece features two of Gunawan's signature rounded figures in a moment of tender reverence. One figure is shown cradling a tiny infant, their head bowed in an attitude of quiet devotion, while the other sits nearby, seemingly observing or in quiet contemplation. The smooth, lustrous bronze accentuates the gentle curves and expressions of innate care. "The Glory" speaks to the universal wonder and immense responsibility that accompanies the arrival of a child, celebrating the quiet strength and immense love inherent in nurturing a new generation. It’s a poignant testament to the beauty of beginnings, resonating with the cherished values of family and continuity in Singaporean society.

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.