Matka Země II., Sandstone sculpture in Povel, Czech Republic.
Matka Země II. is a sandstone sculpture created by Rudolf Chorý and Tomáš Cernoušek from large stone blocks that display natural forms. The work stands outdoors in Povel and shapes its surroundings with its raw, textured surface.
The sculpture was created in 1997 during the first international sculpture symposium in the region. This marked a moment when contemporary art moved more openly into public spaces across the Czech Republic.
The artwork expresses a connection between people and the natural world through its material and shape. Visitors can sense this relationship directly in the raw sandstone surface and organic forms.
The work is accessible throughout the year and can be reached from several walking paths in Povel. Wear sturdy shoes since the surrounding landscape has uneven terrain.
The surface bears an inscription by Dana Marková from the year it was created. These words add a literary layer that extends beyond pure sculptural art.
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