A provocative commentary on tradition and control sculpted in bronze
Artist
Uldis López — Master Sculptor and Founder
With over four decades of artistic exploration, Uldis López creates works that challenge viewers to examine societal norms and cultural expectations through powerful visual metaphors.
Project History
The Concept
Virginity Sewing Machine is a provocative sculptural statement about the control of female bodies and sexuality throughout history. The unexpected combination of domestic object and loaded concept creates a powerful visual commentary.
The Artistic Challenge
Creating conceptual art that communicates complex ideas without becoming heavy-handed requires sophisticated visual language. The piece must invite multiple interpretations while maintaining its core critical perspective.
Casting Process (S3)
The modeling (S1) balanced realistic mechanical elements with surrealist touches. Lost-wax casting captured the ironic juxtaposition of precision machinery with organic forms, while the patina (S4) unifies the disparate elements.
Legacy and Impact
This work demonstrates art’s power to provoke dialogue about issues that remain relevant across cultures and generations.
Technical Specifications
- Material: Bronze
- Technique: Lost-wax casting (S3)
- Theme: Conceptual sculpture
- Services applied: Modeling (S1), Casting (S3), Patina (S4)
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