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Baby Ibrido Maiale is a sculpture that blends technical innovation and profound social reflection. The work was born from the desire to raise public awareness of the effects of intensive farming, taking the pig as its symbol, an extraordinarily sensitive species with an intelligence comparable to that of a child. This choice intends to raise questions about our relationship with animals, pushing us to reflect on their dignity and the respect they deserve. Made with a combination of techniques, the work stands out for its innovative use of acetic silicone, a material usually used as sealant in the construction field. The body of the sculpture was obtained through the traditional method of casting in moulds, but what makes Baby Ibrido Maiale a unique piece is the application of a technique developed by me, which makes the silicone mouldable in an artistic context. This approach allowed to sculpt extremely fine details, giving life to a surprisingly realistic and emotionally charged representation. The surfaces of the sculpture, sculpted with great care, give the subject a depth and expressiveness that defy the limits of conventional applications of silicone. Baby Hybrid Pig is therefore not only a work of art, but also a manifesto for change , a voice that rises in defense of the creatures with whom we share the planet, inviting us to rethink our role towards them.
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