Itself 

This bronze sculpture titled "Itself" was created by Jiménez Deredia. It presents a composition that is centered and balanced through its form, creating a sense of stability and repose. The rounded shapes and smooth surfaces of the sculpture invite contemplation of the figure's self-contained existence. The sculpture's material form is of great importance. The smooth texture reflects light in ways that accentuate the curvature and volume, highlighting how form shapes our perception. Deredia uses shape and form as a language, focusing on the signifier – the physical presence of the sculpture – to evoke sensations of wholeness and introspection. It challenges us to reflect on our own selves as physical and conscious beings. The artwork destabilizes traditional representational values by focusing on the pure form. It functions as a cultural artifact that communicates ideas about human existence through its very shape and tactile presence. The form embodies content, allowing for multiple interpretations and ongoing dialogue.