The original idea was of a great imaginary animal coming out of the cave, and opening its wings.
The sculpture is built of a metal known as Corten steel. Also known as Cor-Ten steel, this material is a group of steel alloys which were developed to obviate the need for painting, and form a stable rust-like appearance if exposed to the weather for several years. The high opening of this structure echoes the entrance of the cave. This achievement is strongly influenced by the famous painter Giorgio de Chiroco met by Mr. Fuksas in his studio in Rome during his youth.
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