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Bee-made sculptures bring awareness to Venice Biennale

Tomáš Libertíny's "beehive architecture" exhibition featured over 60,000 bees for its creation

By Giovanna Jarandilha

Updated at May 21, 2021, 3:51 PM - Submitted at May 24, 2021, 4:00 PM

03 min de leitura

(Tomáš Libertíny/)

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(Tomáš Libertíny / CASACOR)
Among the futuristic creations (or not so futuristic, like this first village for humans on the Moon ) and the sustainable projects that foresee a greener future for all , one specific creation stands out at this Venice Biennale: the honeycomb architecture of Tomáš Libertíny .
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(Tomáš Libertíny / CASACOR)
The concept is simple: the visual artist "collaborated" with more than 60,000 bees to create the exhibition of naturally occurring sculptural works by bees, who built their wax honeycombs around a prefabricated 3D-printed skeleton .
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(Tomáš Libertíny / CASACOR)
During the Bienalle , visitors have the opportunity to experience the sculptural works in person, as well as watch videos that show the process behind their construction . Additionally, the virtual event "Bee Engaged - Building Back Better for Bees" calls for cooperation and global solidarity to address threats to food security and agricultural livelihoods, while prioritizing environmental regeneration and pollinator protection.