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Some sculptures are not simply “put down” – you grant them a place.
“Tobi Kadachi – Matriarch” belongs in exactly this category.
A shimmering blue creature rises on a root-like base. Its body is curved and muscular, covered with fields of scales; below it, between the limbs and the base, three small beings huddle together – the matriarch’s young. The scene is not a fight or a spectacle, but a moment of watchful calm: protection rather than show.
Why This Sculpture Resonates
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Sovereignty through care:
The figure does not stage aggression. The head is alert, the body tense, but the energy is directed inward – toward protecting the young. Here, strength shows itself as the ability to hold space. -
Creature design as a serious artistic position:
“Tobi Kadachi – Matriarch” draws on the visual language of games, film and concept art – and translates it into an autonomous, collector-grade sculpture. Not merchandise but an auteur sculpture: an independent work with a clear stance. -
Calm instead of noise:
Despite its richly detailed surface – scales, horn buds, color gradients – the figure never feels overloaded. The composition is clear, the gesture focused. You sense that this presence has nothing to prove. -
A narrative anchor work:
In Winton Afrić’s cosmos, the matriarch is a key work – an image of origin, responsibility and passing things on that rewards long viewing and keeps allowing new readings.
Materials & Details
The art sculpture is a hand-finished studio work in resin. On the base, which recalls rooted rock or a tree trunk, the matriarch’s body rises in an elegant S-curve. Fields of scales in azure to cobalt blue meet ivory belly plates; finely placed shadows and highlights make the surface seem almost alive.
Red eyes, precisely defined horn and armor zones and the small, carefully modeled young create a dense, tactile topography. At around 40 cm in height and about 0.5 kg, the sculpture has presence without feeling massive – easy to place, yet far from an afterthought.
How the Matriarch Unfolds Her Presence
Where to display it
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Ideal on a sideboard or console, in a display case or on a dedicated sculpture plinth.
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In private spaces, it works especially well in deliberately curated living or working areas – for example as an eye-catcher in a reading corner or next to a collection of art books and collectibles.
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In offices, studios or practices, it can spark conversation: an image of responsibility, protection and leadership that speaks for itself.
Lighting
Targeted light is essential.
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A directed spotlight from slightly above brings out the scale structures, color gradients and the eyes.
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A neutral-warm color temperature supports the blue and cream tones without “swallowing” them.
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In a display case, a discreet LED strip from above or behind can turn the figure’s surroundings into a stage.
Curatorial Context
“Tobi Kadachi – Matriarch” stands at the intersection of the animalier tradition, mythological creature iconography and contemporary creature design. The classic mother-and-child motif is translated into a present-day formal language: biology as an allegory of responsibility, origin and the passing on of strength.
Winton Afrić combines digital modeling, formal discipline and visual storytelling into sculptures that mediate between fine art and collectible culture. “Tobi Kadachi – Matriarch” makes clear that the fantastic is not a genre game here but a serious artistic language: precision, character and meaning interlock.
Spaces & Combinations
Spaces
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Private collection areas where books, art and figures are deliberately staged
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Media, design or game studios that want to make their visual identity visible in their spaces
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Galleries and display areas where sculpture and wall works are conceived together
Dialogue with other works
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Combined with other sculptures by Winton Afrić, it forms an interconnected universe of figures – a small “guard” of characters, each with its own symbolism.
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Next to abstract paintings or photographs, the matriarch can act as a narrative focal point – a single object that gathers stories where other works set the atmosphere.
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In a row with other creature or fantasy sculptures, she sets a clear, calm pole: protection and presence instead of pure spectacle.
Collector Services
One-of-a-kind & documentation
“Tobi Kadachi – Matriarch” is a one-of-a-kind sculpture – not part of an edition, but a single piece that truly stands alone. On request, it comes with a condition and edition report including a certificate of authenticity, so that its provenance is clearly traceable and documented to collector standards.
Condition & delivery
The sculpture is in gallery condition, with no visible defects, directly from the studio or authorized production. It is professionally packed and shipped insured, or handed over personally by arrangement. Logistics and presentation questions are agreed individually.
Advice & visualization
On request, Favori Art accompanies your decision:
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advice on placement, lighting and combinations with other works
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on request, a visualization of the sculpture in your planned space (e.g. a photo montage in a display case or on a sideboard)
Sculpture Details
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Artist: Winton Afrić
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Title: “Tobi Kadachi – Matriarch”
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Medium: hand-finished art sculpture in resin (studio work)
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Dimensions / weight: approx. 40 cm high, approx. 0.5 kg
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Status: one-of-a-kind (single piece, not part of an edition)
