Il Bacio (white) by Maria Bayardo, Resin, Edition 4 of 4, 62cm high, 13cm wide, 18cm deep, Figurative, Man, Woman, Love sculpture

Il Bacio (White) by Maria Bayardo is a tender and intimate sculpture cast in smooth white resin. Standing 62cm tall, it depicts two stylised figures locked in a quiet embrace. The composition captures a moment of emotional connection and closeness, with one figure slightly shorter, arms reaching up and around the taller one. In response, the taller figure gently holds the other around the waist, creating a closed, protective loop.

Though minimal in detail, the forms are expressive. The lack of facial features shifts focus to body language, every curve and contour speaks of affection, safety, and unity. The white resin finish adds a calm, ethereal quality, further enhancing the feeling of serenity and purity in the scene.

This fourth edition in a limited series of four balances symmetry and softness. From every angle, the figures appear harmoniously interwoven, their embrace forming a single sculptural shape. As a result, the piece feels both grounded and timeless.

Moreover, the verticality of the sculpture draws the eye upward, echoing the lift and support found in relationships. While abstracted, Il Bacio remains deeply human. It communicates a universal theme, love in its simplest and most powerful form.

Bayardo’s work invites quiet reflection, making this a piece that resonates emotionally and visually in any setting.