Sculpture "Phallocrates"

The sculpture, titled "Phallocrate," is the work of a politically engaged artist, a powerful and provocative representation denouncing the abuse of male power, particularly against women. This piece, made of patinated varnished plaster, takes the form of a male torso, sculpted with pronounced musculature but lacking a head and arms, symbolizing a dehumanized authority reduced to its domineering essence.

The focal point of the work is the male sex organ, disproportionately hypertrophied, occupying a central and overwhelming place in the composition. This deliberate, almost grotesque exaggeration embodies phallocentrism and the obsession with patriarchal power. The contrast between the organ's unreasonable size and the absence of a face or limbs reinforces the idea of a blind and compassionless domination, where virility becomes a tool of oppression rather than an expression of humanity.

Placed on a rough base, the sculpture seems to challenge the viewer, forcing them to confront the discomfort of this stark truth: male power, when misused, reduces the individual to a symbol of abuse, particularly against women. Subtle details, such as marks or cracks on the torso, may suggest the underlying fragility of this phallocratic arrogance, highlighting that this power rests on an illusion of superiority.

Phallocrate is a politically engaged work, designed to provoke debate and introspection. It invites us to question gender dynamics, abuses of power, and the patriarchal structures that persist in our societies. Through its formal audacity and powerful message, it aligns with a movement of committed contemporary art, aiming to shake consciences and promote equality.

Sculpture in resin-coated plaster. H. 80 cm x 60 cm x 60 cm (approximately)

Unique piece. Signed Arson