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Hadioush, in SARAAJ’s portfolio, translates an Iranian myth into a metal sculpture. Its character, form and chain details illustrate the potential of a culturally rooted landmark to express strength, release and place identity.
Metal Sculpture; the Bull in Persian Mythology
The bull is one of the oldest symbols in Persian mythology, appearing in everything from Mithraism to popular culture. Hadioush, however, is a bull that comes from Zoroastrian mythology.
The Hadioush sculpture depicts a bull from Zoroastrian mythology that has a metal skin and a mane of fire. This bull is the savior of humanity in crossing the Caspian Sea, and in the era of the ظهور منجی (the appearance of the savior), a medicine is made from its fat and the essence of the Haoma plant, which drives away death and brings immortality to the earth.
The Hadioush sculpture is a symbol of strength and perseverance. The chains wrapped around the bull’s legs are a symbol of captivity and limitation. However, the bull breaks these chains with its own strength and achieves its freedom.
This sculpture can be interpreted as a symbol of hope and liberation for humanity. It can also serve as a reminder that humans can overcome any challenge with their strength and will. The Hadioush sculpture is a valuable work of art that exhibits great finesse and precision in its design and construction. Using metal, this sculpture beautifully depicts the power and grandeur of the bull.
For another application of this approach, explore Lovely Family.
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