Z zelaza, z kamienia
Of Iron, of Stone

Summary/Abstract: Zbigniew Fr¹czkiewicz believes that we depend on technology. For his sculpture, he uses such materials as metal and stone. He likes the materials. He developed an affirmative attitude towards technology and technological tools. He works in wrought iron, bronze, aluminum, granite and marble. He concentrates on the human figure. He reveals the truths hidden in life and death. He often refers to such problems as individual freedom and social domination. His iron male figures speak of industrial civilization, the destruction of the environment, big cities, factories and inhuman building projects. His sculpture in stone are closer to the environment. Also, they can be discussed in sacred, metaphysical terms. Fr¹czkiewicz designs monuments and commemorative sculpture. Almost all pieces of his sculpture refer to historic events and people’s biographies. He is a very universal artist.

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