Nabi (Butterfly)

Artwork ID: BBQ002 Nabi (Butterfly)
Dimensions: 10 m (W) × 10 m (D) × 5 m (H)
Materials: 3487 x 6 = 20,922 cups
Year: March 2026
http://www.CupGallery.com

Nabi (Butterfly) is a captivating large-scale installation that transforms ordinary white paper cups into an ethereal architectural marvel. Comprising six towering elliptical forms, each meticulously stacked to a height of 5 meters using approximately 3,487 cups per structure, the piece arranges these ovals in a precise hexagonal pattern. This configuration evokes the delicate symmetry and fluid motion of a butterfly's wings, symbolizing transformation and fragility in a modern context. The stark white material contrasts with the industrial gallery space, inviting viewers to contemplate themes of sustainability, repetition, and organic emergence from everyday objects. Created in March 2026, Nabi stands as a testament to innovative material reuse and sculptural innovation.