From the Heart: Why This Sculpture Matters to Collectors

Martin Eichinger's From the Heart is one of his most iconic sculptures—and a key piece for collectors. It shares its name with his hardcover art book and reflects the core of his creative philosophy: to make art that comes from the heart.

"My mission is to have my artwork come from my heart." – Martin Eichinger

Created after The Only Way Out Is Through, which addressed emotional resilience in women, this sculpture shifts focus to a man's inner life. But instead of pushing through difficulty, the male figure in From the Heart rises above it. His body leans back, open, trusting, connected to an abstract, wave-like base.

Martin described this figure as one who "isn't bracing for impact... he's letting go."

From a collector's standpoint, this work is notable for what it represents. Martin has said this sculpture captures the mission behind his entire career. That kind of personal statement is rare—and adds real significance to its place in any collection.

The symbolism is deliberate. One hand reaches outward, the other touches the heart—the highest point of the sculpture. Nudity is handled with restraint, keeping attention on emotion rather than anatomy. "It needed to be about something higher," Martin said.

The piece also came with technical challenges. Sculpting the upside-down head required careful proportion work. The pose itself evolved over time, and at one point, Martin even adjusted the body angle mid-process to better fit the composition.

The base blends elements of wave, landscape, and architecture. It represents uncertainty, but the figure doesn’t resist it—he rises with it.

"A lot of the details emerged during the making. I started with a strong structure and let it evolve," Martin shared.

What makes From the Heart truly collectible isn’t just its design—it’s the honesty behind it. The scale, presence, and personal meaning all contribute to its significance.

This month only, From the Heart is available at 40% off as part of the Eichinger Sculpture Studio's Collector Series. Purchases include:

• A signed hardcover of From the Heart: Sculpture by Martin Eichinger

• A 12" bronze bust, Helping Hand (a $3,500 value) as a companion gift

See it in person at Art at The Geode, 2516 SE Division St, Portland, Oregon.

This is more than a sculpture. It's a signature moment in Martin Eichinger's journey—a piece created not for the market, but from the heart.