The Royal Guardian

Title: The Royal Guardian

Dimensions: 27/13/12 (cm)

Glazed ceramics

For centuries, the dog has symbolized loyalty, courage, and protection. Here, it is far more than a faithful companion—the crown transforms it into a guardian of values that cannot be bought: trust, security, and unconditional devotion.

It does not protect against physical danger, but against challenges far more difficult to overcome—fear, doubt, and loneliness. It reminds us that true strength is not found in power or dominance, but in the willingness to stand beside those we love, no matter what.

The Royal Guardian is a contemporary sculpture with timeless symbolism—a striking work of art that represents protection, unwavering loyalty, and the quiet strength that brings comfort and peace.

Handmade and decorated work by Iwo Rynkiewicz. Each of the kids is decorated in a unique way. The figures are fired in an electric furnace at a temperature of 1000 degrees Celsius. Signed on the bottom. With the help of this series, Iwo Rynkiewicz very often comments on the reality and current events in the world.

Iwo Rynkiewicz (born in 1970 in Warsaw, Poland) is a Polish sculptor and ceramic artist. He grew up in Lidzbark Warmiński and inherited his passion for art from his family—his grandfather was the Swedish painter Kurt Sandström.

In 1987, he co-founded the Kobron artistic group, associated with Poland’s independent art scene and early street art movement. He initially worked in graffiti and painting before dedicating himself entirely to ceramic sculpture in 1994, developing a distinctive artistic language that has become instantly recognizable.

Rynkiewicz’s work combines contemporary ceramics with influences from pop art, street art, and symbolism. His sculptures frequently feature recurring motifs such as animals, masks, crowns, hearts, and elements of popular culture, inviting viewers to create their own interpretations.