Balance in Nature
Title
Balance in Nature
Author: Naturaliter
Year of inauguration: 12 July 2025
Dimensions: ~4 m high, ~6 m long
Location
Sheds in the park of Villa Baciocchi and Piazza Belvedere in Santo Pietro Belvedere
‘Balance in nature’ – Lajatico
A life-size work, capable of suggesting harmony, fragility and strength, it invites the viewer to reflect on the relationship between man and his environment.
Created for Bocelli’s concert in Lajatico in 2013 and subsequently transferred to the municipality of Capannoli.
The work
“Equilibri in Natura” (Balances in Nature) is a series of sculptures made from resistant materials, modelled with attention to form, weight and posture, capable of suggesting a sense of perfect balance between natural elements and stylised figures – human, animal or abstract. The installations are arranged in dialogue with the hilly landscape, the rows of vines, the olive trees and the surrounding Tuscan hills.
The meaning
The work explores the concept of balance as a fragile and precious condition, suspended between nature and human presence. The figures appear to be in perfect harmony with the landscape, suggesting that balance is never static, but constantly evolving. “Equilibri in Natura” thus becomes a metaphor for sustainability, care and respect for the local area.
Location
The works are installed in selected locations in Lajatico, particularly around Villaggio San Giovanni and in the historic centre, where footpaths intertwine with the greenery and geography of the area. These places become a natural stage for art that invites calm and discovery.
Resonance in the area
The sculptures are located along the nature trails of Lajatico, which are signposted for those who enjoy walking, meditating, taking photographs or participating in outdoor cultural events. They become points of reflection and visual appeal for residents and visitors, amplifying the dialogue between art, nature and community.
