Laozi 老子 – He, Kai 何凯 – 1036

Laozi

1. Creative Inspiration

Laozi, the founder of Daoism, profoundly influenced Chinese and global culture with his deep philosophical insights, such as "The Dao that can be spoken is not the eternal Dao." This bust sculpture of Laozi seeks to artistically capture his wisdom and transcendence, inspiring viewers to reflect on traditional culture and philosophical thought.

2. Artistic Techniques

• Facial Features: Every detail of the face has been meticulously sculpted. The broad forehead symbolizes Laozi’s vast wisdom and deep philosophy; the slightly raised and relaxed eyebrows express his insight and open-mindedness; his half-closed eyes seem to hold infinite wisdom, penetrating beyond surface appearances to reveal the essence of all things; the soft, slightly upturned lips carry a subtle smile, embodying his inner peace and detachment.
• Hair and Beard: Flowing, elegant lines depict the hair and beard, enhancing Laozi’s ethereal and sage-like presence. The strands appear to drift with the wind, symbolizing the boundless and timeless nature of his philosophy—free, unfettered, and enduring through the ages.

3. Overall Significance

This bust of Laozi is not merely an artwork but a tribute to his philosophy and the heritage of Chinese traditional culture. It invites viewers to experience the profound wisdom of Laozi, drawing strength and inspiration to find inner peace and balance in modern life.

Category: Sculpture
Dimension: 20 cm × 20 cm × 35 cm (L × W × H)
Artist: Kai He

Biography

Since the late 1990s, He Kai has been deeply engaged in the fields of sculpture and landscape art, accumulating over 20 years of artistic experience. With exceptional artistic talent and a strong design foundation, he has created more than 30 sculptures for city squares, schools, and communities. His works, diverse in style and theme, not only reflect a profound understanding of art but also contribute to the cultural and artistic atmosphere of urban spaces.

In addition to sculpture, He Kai actively participates in environmental and landscape planning projects, integrating sculpture art with urban planning and landscape design to create aesthetically pleasing and functional public spaces.

Key Achievements

• Created over 30 sculptures for urban squares, schools, and communities.
• Made significant contributions in the field of environmental and landscape planning.
• Enriched cities with cultural and artistic ambiance through sculpture.

Personal Traits

Passionate and creative, He Kai draws inspiration from everyday life, transforming ordinary objects into deeply meaningful artworks. He values harmony with the environment and is committed to enhancing the beauty and cultural significance of urban spaces through sculpture.

《老子》

 一、创作灵感

老子作为道家学派的创始人，其深邃的思想，有如“道可道，非常道”，对中国乃至世界文化都产生了深远影响。这尊&老子》头像雕塑旨在通过艺术形式，展现老子的智慧与超脱，唤起人们对传统文化和哲学思想的关注与思考。

二、表现手

• 面部刻画： 在面部塑造上，精心雕琢每一处细节。额头宽阔饱满，寓意老子思想的深邃与广博；眉毛微微上扬且舒展，展现他对世间万物的洞察与豁达；双眼微闭却又似蕴含无尽智慧，能透过表象看穿本质；嘴唇线条柔和且微微上扬，带着一丝若有若无的笑意，展现出他内心的平和与超脱。

• 发型与胡须： 发型和胡须采用飘逸流畅的线条塑造，既增添了老子仙风道骨的气质，又仿佛随风飘动，象征着他的思想如同自由的风，无拘无束，流传千古。

三、整体意义

这尊《老子》头像雕塑不仅仅是一件艺术作品，更是对老子思想和中国传统文化的一次致敬与传承。希望观者在欣赏作品时，能够感受到老子思想的魅力，从中汲取智慧与力量，在现代社会中找到内心的宁静与平衡。

作品种类：雕塑
尺寸：20 cm × 20 cm × 35 cm（长 × 宽 × 高）
艺术家：何凯

个人简介

自1990年代末至今，何凯在雕塑与景观艺术领域深耕细作，拥有超过二十年的丰富艺术生涯。凭借卓越的艺术才华和深厚的设计功底，他为众多城市的广场、学校和社区创作了三十余座雕塑作品。这些雕塑风格多样，题材广泛，不仅展现了他对艺术的深刻理解和独特见解，也为所在城市增添了浓厚的文化底蕴和艺术氛围。

除了雕塑创作，何凯还积极参与环境与景观规划设计项目，致力于将雕塑艺术与城市规划、景观设计相结合，创造既美观又实用的公共空间。

主要成就

• 创作三十余座雕塑作品，遍布城市广场、学校和社区。

• 在环境与景观规划设计领域取得显著成就。

• 以雕塑艺术为城市增添文化底蕴和艺术氛围。

个人特质

多年来，他的创作生涯充满激情与创造力，善于从生活中汲取灵感，将平凡的事物转化为具有深刻内涵的艺术作品。同时，他注重与环境的和谐共生，致力于通过雕塑艺术提升城市空间的美感和文化内涵。