Square-Round-Triangle Symbol 24-25: The Path of Spiritual Evolution
With this work, I wanted to explore the foundations of sacred geometry and their resonance with our own inner journey. This sculpture brings together the three primordial shapes: the square, the circle, and the triangle. Together, they map out the spiritual evolution: the square for earthly grounding and matter, the circle for unity and the infinity of the divine, and the triangle for elevation and the synthesis of being.
The blend of steel and bronze, worked in dripping (drop-by-drop fusion), gives these geometric shapes an organic vibration. The metal lace allows air and light to flow between angles and curves, suggesting that spirituality is not a fixed structure but a constant flow. This sculpture is an invitation to meditation, an object of wisdom that finds its place in an interior seeking harmony and deep meaning.
Steel base diameter 3.15 in. Height 4.72 in - Width 4.33 in - Depth 3.15 in
FAQ - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the precise symbolism of these three combined shapes? In many traditions, the square represents the earth and stability. The circle symbolizes the sky, perfection, and the eternal cycle. The triangle, pointing upwards, embodies man's aspiration toward the sacred. United in this sculpture, they illustrate the passage from matter to spirit, a true process of inner alchemy.
How does the metal lace serve this spiritual theme? The lace allows the geometric shapes to be "dematerialized." By removing the mass of the metal, I make these symbols more ethereal, closer to the pure idea. The transparency of steel and bronze allows the void (the breath) to be integrated into the very heart of the structure.
What metals are used for this symbolic triptych? The work combines gray steel, for its rigor and structural strength, and bronze, whose sunlit reflections illuminate the contours. The bronze projections act as points of light that guide the eye through the different stages of evolution suggested by the shapes.
Is this a unique piece? Absolutely. Although the geometric shapes are universal, the mesh of each lace is the result of a unique creative moment. Created freehand without any mold, this sculpture is signed Philippe Buil and delivered with its certificate of authenticity.
How should this piece be displayed to encourage meditation? Ideally, place it in a clean space where light can play with the lace’s gaps. Soft lighting will create shadows on your walls, projecting the symbols of the square, circle, and triangle throughout the space, thus enhancing the spiritual atmosphere of the room.
