Veit Korn’s “Skull Hybris III” is a powerful reflection on human nature and its inevitable limitations. Crafted from travertine (freshwater limestone) and measuring approximately 40 x 20 x 15 cm, the sculpture combines the form of a skull with a geometric frame, symbolizing the finite nature of human existence. The title “Hybris” is drawn from ancient Greek culture and refers to excessive pride, often depicted in myths and tragedies as the cause of a hero’s downfall. The work invites contemplation of the duality between human ambition and the inevitability of mortality. The sculpture embodies this dynamic in a striking way: human pride and the pursuit of greatness are always bound by the limits of mortality. The skull, as a symbol of death, serves as a reminder that all aspirations are ultimately subject to the passage of time. The meticulous surface treatment—chiseled, hammered, polished, and oiled—gives the piece a raw, timeless aesthetic, evoking the sense of a relic from a bygone era. Accompanied by a signed certificate, “Skull Hybris III” becomes an artistic invitation to reflect on the boundaries of human existence and the delicate balance between ambition and mortality.