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Open a larger version of the following image in a popup: Richard MacDonald, The Ritual Column, 2012
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Richard MacDonald American, b. 1946

The Ritual Column, 2012
Bronze
88"H x 29.5"W x 27"D
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The Ritual Column expresses the sensual, rhythmic dance of creation. Composed as two independent sculptures, the vivacious forms of male and female come together in one powerful composition. A wave...
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The Ritual Column expresses the sensual, rhythmic dance of creation. Composed as two independent sculptures, the vivacious forms of male and female come together in one powerful composition.

 

A wave of energy moves up the linear column and erupts in an explosive pulse of nature. As an eternal expression of masculine and feminine energy, the figures symbolize the vibrational dance of ying and yang. Magnetically attracted, the polar opposites of male and female balance each other to create perfect harmony.

 

Female Ritual symbolizes the feminine energy of moonlight, darkness, and mystery. Embodying uninhibited sensuality and joyful exuberance, she lifts herself as if to fly, with arms outstretched and delicate fingers fluttering.

 

Male Ritual represents the masculine energy of sunlight, brightness, and force. Dancing with unbridled strength and raw instinct, the muscular figure leans in with his torso compressed, leg lifted and arms thrown back in a display of primal masculinity.

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