The “Temple Obelisk” by Girolamo Ciulla represents a refined synthesis of archaic memory and contemporary rigor. Carved in travertine—a material favoured by the artist for its natural texture and luminosity—the sculpture rises as a solemn and sacred form, evoking the symbolic power of ancient monuments. The obelisk shape recalls the idea of spiritual ascent, while the small temple placed at its summit establishes a dialogue between earth and sky, matter and spirit.
Born in Caltanissetta in 1952, the artist is renowned for his ability to merge tradition and modernity within a distinctive sculptural language. His works, often inspired by Mediterranean mythology, transform stone into a poetic narrative in which the ancient world encounters contemporary sensibility.
This sculpture expresses a profound search for balance: the linearity of the column contrasts harmoniously with the architectural complexity of the temple crowning its summit, creating a work that, despite its essential form, conveys remarkable spiritual intensity. In “Temple Obelisk”, Girolamo Ciulla invites the viewer on a symbolic journey toward light, where sculpture becomes a bridge between the human and the divine.
Description: Travertine, obelisk resting on a square iron base, signed at the top, H cm 212.
Hammer Price: € 3.750,00
Auction 83 – May 7th 2025 – Modern and Contemporary Art
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