Pavlov's substance, 2021
Dmitry and Elena Kawarga

Metal, polystyrene, polyurethane foam, 3D printing, polyurea.
Reflections on the work of the scientist on the physiology of higher nervous activity prompted us to create this sculptural form that sprouted from the soil of the Pavlov’s garden.

Biomorphic chimera, grown both from scientific experiments and discoveries of the academician, as well as his experimental creatures into a single visual image. Like the part of a futuristic mycelium, most of which is hidden from view, "Pavlov's substance" has its own duration, concentrating the spirit of this place …