Synthesis Monolith V
Artist: Hongjie Yang (Chinese, b. 1988)

Date: 2018
Medium: Cast Stainless Steel
Dimensions: 180 x 35 x 27 cm (70.9 x 13.8 x 10.6 in)

Description:
A monumental vertical sculpture from the Synthesis series, exploring the transformative nature of materials. The piece features a dramatic juxtaposition between a raw, porous, and "crust-like" texture—mimicking the appearance of unrefined ore—and a flawlessly polished, mirror-finish surface. This duality represents the transition from the primordial state of metal to the hyper-refined aesthetic of contemporary design.

Provenance:
- Purchased for $18,000 from Gallery Unique Design X Group (UDX).
- Acquired during Art Basel/Design Miami/.
- Current Location: Private Collection, Miami / Madrid.