Chrisalis, the womb that is reborn

In 2021, artist Tereza Holá created “Chrisalis”: a sculpture entirely made of wood, conceived as the womb of nature — a place of protection and rebirth.

One day, however, unknown hands profaned it: parts of its body were torn away and thrown into the fire, turned into a bonfire of destruction.

A wound inflicted not only on the wood itself, but also on the sense of respect and dialogue that art carries within.

And yet, just like trees that know how to regenerate after fire, Chrisalis has found a path to healing.

Thanks to careful restoration, it can once again be seen in its wholeness: a tangible sign of resilience, of hope, and of the strength that sprouts even from ashes.

Now its wooden body carries not only the memory of nature’s maternal womb, but also the memory of rebirth that follows the wound.

Chrisalis reminds us that nothing can ever fully extinguish the breath of life. 🌿