Inspiration

The embroidery piece titled "Contemplative Gorilla" draws inspiration from the famous sculpture "The Thinker" by French sculptor Auguste Rodin. However, this embroidery reinterprets the classic pose into that of a gorilla deep in thought, creating a unique and innovative twist. The inspiration for this work came from a photograph taken by British amateur photographer Thasan Sakthi in Sri Lanka. In the photo, the gorilla unintentionally adopts a pose strikingly similar to Rodin's iconic sculpture, sparking the creation of this embroidery piece.

Creation Process

Artistic Innovation: This piece innovatively combines photography art with traditional embroidery techniques, turning the classic sculpture pose into a new subject in embroidery art. This fusion retains the contemplative essence of "The Thinker" while giving the gorilla a vivid and natural artistic expression.

Materials and Techniques: Different thicknesses of silk threads were used to create layered embroidery, achieving rich textures and detailed shading effects. Various stitching techniques were employed to replicate the texture of the gorilla's fur and the interplay of light and shadow. The special stitching methods and layered embroidery techniques add depth and tactile quality to the piece.

Detailed Execution: During the embroidery process, meticulous stitching was used to capture the fine details of the gorilla's fur and its thoughtful expression. Precise light and shadow handling brings out the natural texture of the gorilla's fur and its contemplative demeanor, giving the piece a striking artistic impact. This blend of traditional and modern embroidery techniques injects unique artistic value and innovative expression into the work.

Description

• Series: Canton Embroidery Animal Collection
• Quality: Master-Level
• Size:120cm*170cm
• Velvet: 1-Si Fine and 2-Si Fine
• Material: 100% Mulberry Silk

Inquiries

This exquisite piece is crafted by the Wang Xin Yuan Embroidery Art Studio, renowned for its exceptional craftsmanship. Entirely hand-embroidered with the finest mulberry silk threads, each detail is meticulously created by skilled artists.

We offer free shipping for this product to the following areas: Asia (excludes India), Europe, North America, Australia, and the Middle East (AE, SA, QA). Please note that due to the delicate nature of this artwork, returns or exchanges are not supported after purchase.

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