Baiji Dolphin
Baiji Dolphin by Leo Orta is a poignant sculpture which is part of a process of raising awareness of the fragility of the marine world and the disappearance of emblematic species. Designed in 2023, this work takes its name from the Chinese dolphin, tragically declared extinct in the early 2000s, a poignant symbol of the impact of human activity on biodiversity. Leo Orta expresses through this sculpture his fascination with aquatic life and his commitment to environmental protection. “I want my works to be vectors of emotions and questions about our relationship with the living world,” explains Leo Orta, emphasizing the importance of memory and transmission in his artistic approach. Made of clay, then painted a deep blue evoking the ocean depths, Baiji Dolphin is the result of meticulous artisanal work.
- Matter : Cardboard pulp, steel, acrylic, lacquer
- Length: 205 cm
- Width: 56 cm
- Height: 130 cm
- Référence : LO-BAI-0001
Delivery time: 24 hours
The Anglo-Argentine artist Leo Orta lives and works in France, between Paris and Les Moulins. Graduated from the Design Academy Eindhoven in 2019, he explores the boundaries between art and design. His work questions human existence and social and emotional connections within communities and environments. He establishes connections between the subconscious and the imagination, using recycled materials and sustainable production methods. His works have been exhibited in numerous institutions, including the FRAC, the Van Abbemuseum and the Stedelijk Museum.
