#17. From La Piedra Sustituta II Series, 2020

José Sierra  

#17, 2020 by Jose Sierra From "La Piedra Sustituta" Series Image size: 40 in. H x 24.04 in. W Edition of 10 + 2AP Unframed Additional sizes are available. More Sizes Available: Small size: 24 in. H x 14.42 in. W Edition of 10 + 2AP.

 "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.

This surreal artwork captivates with its striking juxtaposition of human and aquatic elements. The central figure, a nude human form, is contorted around a large, rugged stone, evoking themes of struggle and resilience. Emerging unnaturally from the body is a fish, seemingly piercing through the human's back, defying the ordinary boundaries of anatomy and biology. The fish is detailed with lifelike scales and an open mouth, suggesting movement and vitality contrasting against the motionless human form. Set against a soft pink background, the composition highlights the raw textures of skin, stone, and scales, creating a powerful visual tension. This artwork's unique blend of realism and fantasy challenges viewers to contemplate the boundaries between nature and humanity, inviting interpretations on transformation, identity, and the interconnectedness of life.