The sculptor who brought us the blob-like babies is back – and the blobs have evolved
Patricia Piccinini, known for her hyperrealistic sculptures, has returned with a new work that revisits her 2002 piece, Still Life With Stem Cells. Her latest sculpture, Celulas Madre, explores the intersection of biotechnology and art in a world increasingly influenced by climate change. This new commission is part of the EMERGENCE(Y) exhibition at Science Gallery Melbourne.
- ▪Patricia Piccinini's sculptures often evoke a sense of unease, blending beauty with disquiet.
- ▪Her original work, Still Life With Stem Cells, featured a girl with blob-like creatures and challenged perceptions of reality.
- ▪The new piece, Celulas Madre, reflects advancements in stem-cell technology and its implications for the future.
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