David Kracov’s breathtaking sculpture entitled The Book of Life will really give you butterflies.

The metal sculpture, which stands at around half a metre tall, is a tribute to the extraordinary life of Rabbi Yossi Raichik, director of Charbad’s Children of Chernobyl organisation.

Each of the hand-painted butterflies represents the 2547 children that escaped Chernobyl’s nuclear disaster and, with the help of the charity, have been given a chance at a new life. Butterflies are a prominent feature in Kracov’s work who believes they represent ‘the delicacy and value of a child’s life’.

Absolutely beautiful work!

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All Photo Credits: David Kracov

Source: Huffington Post

13 responses to “The Butterly Effect | “The Book of Life” by David Kracov”

  1. That’s deeply moving and beautiful, Michelle. It reminds me of a documentary called “Chernobyl Heart” which is about the care of children suffering from severe birth defects and radiation sickness caused by the Chernobyl disaster.

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    1. It is very moving. I’m not a huge fan of sculpture and art, but this one definitely stands out.

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  2. Stunning. And a beautiful commemoration!

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    1. Yes it most certainly is.

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  3. Oooo, that’s beautiful!

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    1. I love it. I’m not into owning art, but that one (if I could afford it) would be one I’d buy – if available, anyway.

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    So creative! I love it when people can show something for what it is and not try to add to or take away from something. This piece is just right!

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    1. Isn’t it? I thought so too.

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  5. art is great. thanks Michelle, continue…

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  6. It made me say “ohhhhhh” it is beautiful. Thanks for sharing this Michelle.

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    1. “ohhhhhh…” is just what I said, too.

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