Polish artist Igor Mitoraj's conversations between past and present
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One of Igor Mitoraj's most spectacular works, the monumental sculpture "Tindaro", went under the hammer this week at the Polswiss Art Auction House in Warsaw and fetched a record-breaking €1.6 million. This historic return has sparked a renewed interest in the artist and his reflective works.
Breakdown
- Igor Mitoraj's sculptures blend ancient traditions with contemporary concerns. 5s
- A recent auction saw one of his works reach a record-breaking price. 15s
- The sculpture 'Tindaro' has been brought from Paris to Warsaw, marking a cultural event. 28s
- Mitoraj's childhood near Auschwitz influenced the reflective nature of his art. 55s
- His sculptures are described as both monumental and intimate, inviting contemplation. 1m 12s