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César Orrico proposes in his work a reflection on the syncretic character of contemporary society through the representation of the human being. The reference to different periods and contexts becomes visible in his sculptures, which metaphorically connect time and concepts.

Expressing a circular concept of time, Orrico brings past archetypes back to the present and assigns them new meanings. His work, made with various techniques and materials, is inspired by the iconography of art history and cultural memory and delves into aspects relating to identity, rituals, and symbolism.

Orrico’s work is based on the body as an object of art, and motion and expressiveness in his sculptures go hand in hand with a thorough knowledge of composition and anatomy. The dynamic energy and strain of the bodies of his figures contrast with the serene looks on their faces, adding depth to the complexity of the human condition.

The organic fusion of materials of disparate kinds stands out in his work and gives his sculpture its own language. Wood, bronze, stone, and other materials are all combined in his sculptures and coexist in harmony thanks to the artist’s ongoing experimentation with the possibilities they offer.