- Designed by Raffaella Benetti for Gardeco as part of the Thoughts collection
- Made in solid bronze using the traditional lost-wax casting method to capture fine form and texture
- Depicts a stylised figure holding an open book, symbolising knowledge, introspection and human thought
- Finished with a warm layered bronze patina that enhances surface depth and individuality
- Limited-edition artwork (edition size: 75 pieces), each piece signed and numbered for authenticity
- Intended for interior display on consoles, pedestals or curated shelves in sophisticated spaces
- Functions as both expressive art and elegant décor, appealing to collectors and design-lovers alike
- Includes white aluminum base - 128 cm high
Thoughts VI - The Book
$6,747
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Designed by Raffaella Benetti
Raffaella Benetti's Thoughts VI, The Book belongs to her ongoing sculptural inquiry into the inner life, capturing a solitary figure in the act of reading. The pose is still, the attention absolute. In bronze, that stillness carries weight.
Each piece is hand-cast and finished with a rich patina, a process that gives the surface its depth and its sense of age, as though the figure has always been there, absorbed. No two works are identical. The material itself becomes part of the meaning.
- Hand-cast bronze construction
- Richly applied patina finish
- Part of Benetti's limited Thoughts sculpture series for Gardeco
- Suited to residential interiors, private libraries, and institutional collections
Benetti works from the premise that sculpture should prompt reflection rather than declare it. The figure does not perform contemplation. It simply is.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What material is the Thoughts VI sculpture made from?
The sculpture is hand-cast in bronze and finished with a patina applied by hand, giving each piece its distinctive surface depth and tonal variation. Because the process is artisanal, minor differences between individual works are inherent to the medium.
Is the Thoughts VI sculpture a limited edition?
Yes. The Thoughts series by Raffaella Benetti is produced in limited numbers through Gardeco, consistent with the foundry-based practice of controlled bronze editions. Prospective collectors should confirm current edition availability before purchasing.
Who is designer Raffaella Benetti?
Raffaella Benetti is an Italian sculptor whose work focuses on the human figure in moments of interiority, rest, and reflection. Her collaboration with Gardeco brings her figurative bronzes to an international audience of design and art collectors.
How should a patinated bronze sculpture be maintained?
Patinated bronze should be kept away from prolonged moisture and direct sunlight, which can alter the surface over time. Periodic application of a microcrystalline wax, such as Renaissance Wax, preserves the patina without obscuring its character.
What scale and placement suit this sculpture?
The piece is designed for interior display, reading well in private libraries, studies, or collector spaces where its scale and subject matter resonate with the surrounding environment. Its figurative presence benefits from sightlines that allow the viewer to engage with the work at eye level or slightly above.
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