Journey: A Sculpture in Space and Time
- Daniel Dan
- Apr 25
- 3 min read
Title: Journey
Type: Stone Sculpture
Author: Dan Daniel (PhD) - BoBa Resident Artist
Material: marble, granite, brass, black granite
Size: 53x60x51 cm
Year: 2024
Status: available for sale in Switzerland
"Journey" — a futuristic sailing ship navigating the cosmos — is now available for sale in Switzerland. A bold blend of elegance, power, and imagination.
" My sculpture is called “Journey” and it represents a sailboat from the future—a vessel that does not float on ocean waters but instead sails through the vast and mysterious Cosmos. It is a blend of past and future, of dream and reality—an elegant yacht transformed into a spaceship.
I chose materials that express the ideas of resilience, elegance, and courage. The sail is sculpted from marble, symbolizing the purity of the dream and the bravery to move forward, no matter the unknown ahead. The body of the ship, made from granite, represents stability and strength, while the masts, made of brass, shine like rays of sunlight among the stars, giving the impression of an infinite energy that propels the vessel through space.
With this work, I wanted to express humanity’s desire to explore, go beyond known limits, and appreciate the journey's beauty—not just the destination. “Journey” is not just a sculpture—it is a symbol of the dream to discover new worlds, while still preserving the elegance and beauty of classic forms." - Dan Daniel
The making of
To bring my vision to life, I carefully chose a combination of materials that each carry their own symbolism and texture. The sail, sculpted from white marble, brings a sense of purity and timeless elegance — its smooth, luminous surface reflecting the light like a beacon of hope in the darkness of space.
The hull of the ship is carved from solid granite, grounding the vessel in strength and permanence, while its sleek form suggests motion and grace. The masts, slender and radiant, are crafted from polished brass, evoking both technological sophistication and the warm glow of distant stars.
For contrast and depth, I used black granite in select elements of the structure — its darkness representing the vast, infinite void of the universe, against which the shining materials stand out like a dream cutting through the night. Together, these materials tell a story of resilience, aspiration, and beauty reaching beyond the Earth.
The Final Art
The final piece is complete — a sculpture that blends imagination with matter. “Journey” is ready for you to experience and make your own.
About Dan Daniel
Elegance with impact — meet Dan Daniel.
We’re thrilled to welcome this extraordinary sculptor to our BoBa Resident Artists! With a PhD in Fine Arts and a masterful hand in marble, granite, and bronze, Dan transforms raw stone into bold, poetic forms that echo timeless strength.
His sculptures don’t just impress — they speak.
Step into his world of monumental beauty at www.BoBaArtGallery.com → Resident Artists. Prepare to be inspired.
Original Text in Romanian:
"Sculptura mea se numește „Călătorie” și reprezintă un velier din viitor, o navă care nu plutește pe apele oceanelor, ci navighează prin vastul și misteriosul Cosmos. Este un amestec între trecut și viitor, între vis și realitate – un iaht elegant transformat într-o navă spațială.
Am ales materiale care să exprime ideea de rezistență, eleganță și curaj. Vela este sculptată din marmură, sugerând puritatea visului și curajul de a merge înainte, indiferent de necunoscutul din față. Corpul navei, realizat din granit, simbolizează stabilitatea și puterea, iar catargele din alamă strălucesc ca niște raze de soare printre stele, dând impresia unei energii infinite care propulsează velierul prin spațiu.
Prin această lucrare, am vrut să exprim dorința omului de a explora, de a merge dincolo de limitele cunoscute, dar și frumusețea drumului, nu doar a destinației. „Călătorie” nu este doar o sculptură – este un simbol al visului de a descoperi lumi noi, păstrând în același timp eleganța și frumusețea formelor clasice." - Dan Daniel
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