Placing process before final form, the artist radically redefined traditional notions of sculpture at the end of the 19th Century.

Grassi's hyper-realistic yet transformative portraits often capture moments of metamorphosis—where human figures merge with nature—exploring themes of change, beauty, and resilience.

The process focuses on using straightforward techniques to create beautiful and functional pieces that stand out with minimal effort.

"He won," Cuomo said about Mamdani, even as the contest headed to a ranked choice count.