The gigantic iron sculptures are iconic to the philosophy of the Ibiti Project. The group, installed at Pedra do Tatu, is made up of seven figures, each weighing 6 tons and standing at 9 meters tall.
Weighing more than 40 tons in total and with extraordinary sizes, the sculptures required specialized transportation to cover the distance that separates California from Minas Gerais.
Produced from scrap iron and steel by American artist Karen Cusolito, the statues inspire regeneration and balance between humanity and the environment.
ACHMED
Represents the Muslim part of the world. It connects to the Earth, in a posture of humility.
MUMBATU
It refers to African religions. It bows in respect to life and suggests the balance between nature and humanity.
ECSTASY
It is absolute enlightenment and clarity.
EPIPHANY
It displays the joy of recognizing the essential things in life.
PASSAGE
It shows creativity and tradition being passed down from one generation to the next: mother and child walk together.
HUMBLE GEORGE
With hands clasped in prayer, it reflects the Christians' prayer for peace.
