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The Trypillian Madonna ‘The Great Mother’

The sculpture ‘The Great Mother’ is inspired by one of humanity’s most ancient archetypes – the image of the primordial mother, the guardian of life and the creator of the world. In Trypillian culture, the female figure symbolised the fertility of the earth, the continuation of the lineage, prosperity and harmony between humankind and nature.

The simple form and symbolic ornamentation reflect a connection with ancient traditions and beliefs about the feminine principle as a source of strength, wisdom and rebirth. ‘The Great Mother’ embodies care, protection and the eternal cycle of life.

Technique: papier-mâché

Height: 100 cm (1 m)

The Trypillian Madonna ‘The Great Mother’

The sculpture ‘The Great Mother’ depicts the Great Mother – an ancient symbol of birth, fertility and the continuity of life. Inspired by the Trypillian culture, it embodies the very foundation of existence, the feminine principle from which lineage, memory and the bond between generations originate.

The stylised form and delicate ornamentation draw on archaeological finds dating back millennia, in which the female figure personified the earth, abundance and the creative power of nature. ‘The Mother of All’ serves as a reminder of humanity’s deep connection to its roots and the eternal cycle of life.

Technique: papier-mâché

Height: 100 cm (1 m)