Anima ex Manus - A Kaleidoscope Beneath My Ribs

Artist: Anima ex Manus | Ioanna Tsouka
Title: [Stomach Butterflies] A Kaleidoscope Beneath My Ribs
Dimensions: approx. 46 cm/ 18.1’’ tall
Mixed media: Paperclay, polymer clay, wire, variety of textiles, such as silk, gauze, lace, felt, trims and silk threads. She is painted with acrylics, soft pastels and colored pencils, and sealed with matte and gloss varnish. Her arms are lightly poseable/ bendable. She is hand-painted with soft pastels, acrylics and colored pencils, and sealed with matte and gloss varnish. She can stand independently, as her skirt serves as a stable base.

Pathology report:
A condition marked by the sudden appearance of butterflies within the abdominal cavity, often triggered by nervous anticipation, heightened emotional states or proximity to a romantic interest. Species of butterfly may vary.

Symptoms include:
Fluttering sensation or tension in the abdomen
Loss of appetite or nausea
Restlessness, elevated heart rate, and difficulty concentrating

Clinical manifestation:
Butterflies emerge and persist in the stomach, often linked to nervous anticipation or affection. In severe cases, the butterflies multiply excessively, causing digestive disruption. While not typically fatal, extreme proliferation can impair normal function.

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