Soffio 3 1978

"Soffio 3" is a terracotta sculpture created in 1978 by Italian artist Giuseppe Penone. The artwork is a singular, free-standing form, reminiscent of a tree trunk or a human body, its surface carved with intricate details that evoke organic growth. Penone is known for his explorations of the relationship between art and nature, often using natural materials like wood, stone, and clay in his work. "Soffio 3" exemplifies this theme, inviting viewers to contemplate the interplay between the human hand and the processes of nature.