Worried Muse in Sint-Niklaas, Belgium

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This stunningly realistic bronze statue, crafted by Jan Alfons Keustermans in 1978, was originally conceived as a memorial for Mark Macken, his esteemed instructor at the Higher Institute in Antwerp. Overwhelmed by his untimely death, he created a sculpture whose expression conveys the eternity of inspiration rather than the transience of the physical form. The smooth, organic forms of the body are skillfully stylized yet unmistakably recognizable. The artist poured immense thought into realizing this piece, adopting a style that manipulates natural forms to achieve a remarkably lifelike representation. It remains in a quest for balance between substance and spirit; a majestic figurative idiom. The bent posture with knees drawn up, the gentle gesture of the hands, and the facial expression of the girl attest to sorrow, devotion, and contemplation. This object is part of "Scan The World". Scan the World is a non-profit initiative introduced by MyMiniFactory, through which we are creating a digital archive of fully 3D printable sculptures, artworks, and landmarks from across the globe for public access free of charge. Scan the World is an open-source community effort; if you have intriguing items nearby and would like to contribute, email stw@myminifactory.com to learn how you can assist. Scanned: Photogrammetry (Processed using Agisoft PhotoScan)