Bodhi, Bronze sculpture in Borås, Sweden.
Bodhi is a bronze sculpture in Borås Municipality with an organic tree-like form featuring delicate details throughout. Its surface catches light and creates a contemplative presence in its public setting.
The sculpture was created by artist Fredrik Wretman, who trained at the Royal Institute of Art in Stockholm. It marks a turning point in how public art developed across Sweden during its time.
The name references the Bodhi tree, a symbol of enlightenment in Eastern traditions. The work bridges Swedish sculptural practice with spiritual imagery from distant cultures.
The sculpture sits in a public space and is easily reached on foot by visitors moving through Borås. It can be viewed at any time from outside, as nothing blocks access to see it.
The piece was created using lost wax casting, a craft technique requiring considerable skill and precision. Its creation involved partnership between Wretman and traditional bronze craftspeople from Thailand, showing an unusual blend of European artistic training with Asian metalworking expertise.
Location: Borås Municipality
Creator: Fredrik Wretman
Made from material: bronze
GPS coordinates: 57.71977,12.93557
Latest update: December 14, 2025 11:24
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