#6. From La Piedra Sustituta II Series, 2020

José Sierra  

This evocative artwork captures a surreal tableau featuring a human figure intertwined with rugged, natural elements. The individual, positioned horizontally on rough-hewn stones, merges seamlessly with the earthy tones and textures surrounding them. The soft, peach gradient backdrop contrasts with the coarse, irregular surfaces of the rocks, emphasizing the vulnerability and organic integration of the human form. The use of light subtly highlights the muscular definition and contours of the figure, creating a dynamic interplay between shadows and illuminated areas. This composition challenges perceptions of identity and belonging, suggesting a primordial connection between humanity and nature. The unique juxtaposition of soft flesh against unyielding stone invites viewers to contemplate themes of harmony, resilience, and the inherent struggle within existence. The overall effect is both stark and deeply poetic, drawing attention to the delicate balance and raw beauty found within the natural world.

#6, 2020 by Jose Sierra From "La Piedra Sustituta II" Series 

Archival Pigment Print on Hahnemühle paper 

Image size: 40 in. H x 25.7 in. W Edition of 10 + 1AP 

Unframed 

More Editions & Sizes 

Small: 24 in. H x 15.4 in. W. 

Edition of 10 + 1AP 

"La Piedra Sustituta" Series Showing a body that is hidden is the aesthetic apology for the insane judgment that the artist himself has taken as an excuse for not being "pointed at" or rather as self-pointing. The stone is taken by the body that is unprotected as a metaphor for the weakness that seeks protection, and the body is taken by the stone as a consequence of an insecure state, how can a stone take a body? If this is the one that "institutionally" does it.