


Marble sculpture, hand-carved, unique work.
A single figure folds inward upon itself, seated and self-contained, in this hand-carved white marble. The lower body is smooth and fully polished, a rounded shoulder, a drawn-up knee, a torso turned quietly away, while above, where the head should be, the marble erupts into a lacy, ruffled crown that dissolves into pure air. The title, to recognise oneself as a breath, finds its form precisely here: identity giving way to something weightless. Claessens leaves the upper mass deliberately unresolved, inviting the eye to complete it. A unique work of inward stillness made permanent.
Se reconnaitre comme un souffle, 2026
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Marble sculpture, hand-carved, unique work.
A single figure folds inward upon itself, seated and self-contained, in this hand-carved white marble. The lower body is smooth and fully polished, a rounded shoulder, a drawn-up knee, a torso turned quietly away, while above, where the head should be, the marble erupts into a lacy, ruffled crown that dissolves into pure air. The title, to recognise oneself as a breath, finds its form precisely here: identity giving way to something weightless. Claessens leaves the upper mass deliberately unresolved, inviting the eye to complete it. A unique work of inward stillness made permanent.
What is marble?
Marble is a rare and expensive metamorphic rock composed of recrystallized limestone. It has been used for centuries to create statues, decorative floors, and walls due to its translucency and durability. Marble is ideal for both free-standing statues and relief sculptures. When carving, the material is chiseled away in small increments to achieve the desired form.










































