De Rerum Naturae exhibition

2025

Berlin, germany

De Rerum Naturae by Lidó Rico is a profound exploration of the intrinsic relationship between human beings and the natural world, inspired by the ancient philosophical treatise by Lucretius, which advocates understanding the universe through its materiality.

Rico’s work questions our collective perception of nature and challenges the anthropocentric view that has long defined human existence as separate from, or superior to, the natural order.

Creative process

timeline of creation

In this exhibition, Rico moves beyond the materiality of his techniques—liquid resins poured into silicone molds, some cast from his own body and others from brains donated by the University of Murcia—to propose a critical reappraisal of Western humanism from a posthumanist perspective. His work occupies an interstitial space, blurring the boundaries between the human and the non-human, the natural and the artificial. These pieces destabilize established dualisms and expose the tensions of a society shaped by relentless productivity, technological dependence, and profound fatigue, reflecting contemporary alienation.

Reflections on the Work

José Francisco García (Mayor of Caravaca de la Cruz)

We are witnessing a major cultural proposal that invites us to reflect on memory and spirituality through the art of one of the most prominent and widely recognized artists from the Region of Murcia.

The rich and diverse programme of events that Caravaca is hosting this landmark year is made possible thanks to the collaboration between public administrations, institutions, and private patrons of the Camino de la Cruz Foundation.