The Weight of Support

Year : 2017
Dimension : 86 × 47 × 16 cm (Height × Length × Depth)
Weight : 3200 grams
Edition Size : Unique piece
Artist : Mahmood Rafati
Material : Natural wood, pigment, wooden frame, partial finish
Technique : Conceptual assemblage using root/hand/backbone-like structure

Description: This sculpture, built from root-like and upright wood forms, reflects an abstract expression of support and concealed masculinity. Its arching structure, spreading limbs, and a small green element within suggest sheltering—not as burden, but as quiet joy. The title *The Weight of Support* honors the silent sacrifice that becomes the backbone for someone else’s survival.