""I hope this work becomes a site of inquiry and memory. It wasn't intended to speak about this moment, but unfortunately it does resonate with what is happening in today's wars.""
""There are so many parallels between the US wars in Afghanistan and Vietnam. Materials are so important to my projects.""
The sculpture 'Salsal' by Tuan Andrew Nguyen, located at Hudson Yards, pays tribute to the destroyed Buddhas of Bamiyan. Standing 27 feet tall, it is made of carved sandstone and features monumental steel hands symbolizing fearlessness and compassion. These hands are crafted from melted artillery shells from Afghanistan, linking the piece to themes of war and memory. Nguyen emphasizes the parallels between the US wars in Afghanistan and Vietnam, highlighting the significance of materials in his work.
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