The knot 

This intriguing sculpture, named 'The Knot' and crafted by Mihai Olos, compels us to consider the symbolic weight of entanglement, the very act of knotting. Notice how the sharp angles of the wooden pieces, tightly bound together, create a sense of tension and complexity. The knot has been historically charged with meanings, representing unity, commitment, but also constraint and complication. We find knots in ancient marriage rituals, symbolizing unbreakable bonds, yet also in darker contexts like binding spells or constricting traps. The artist uses raw materials and abstract forms to invite us to contemplate the inherent human condition; the struggle between connection and confinement. This resonates with the ancient Greek concept of 'pharmakon', something that can be both a remedy and a poison, depending on its application. The recurring motif of knots is a testament to our collective memory, a reminder of the intricate, often paradoxical, nature of our relationships and the human experience.