{"product_id":"qi","title":"Qi","description":"\u003cdiv data-voice-floating-orb-focus-background=\"\" class=\"relative basis-auto flex-col -mb-(--composer-overlap-px) pb-(--composer-overlap-px) [--composer-overlap-px:28px] grow flex\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex flex-col text-sm\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"qMYqUG_convSearchResultHighlightRoot\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"\" data-turn-id-container=\"request-WEB:a0809afb-f308-48a3-adb1-66c9750bd385-7\" data-is-intersecting=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"text-token-text-primary w-full focus:outline-none has-data-writing-block:pointer-events-none [\u0026amp;:has([data-writing-block])\u0026gt;*]:pointer-events-auto R6Vx5W_threadScrollVars scroll-mb-[calc(var(--scroll-root-safe-area-inset-bottom,0px)+var(--thread-response-height))] scroll-mt-[calc(var(--header-height)+min(200px,max(70px,20svh)))]\" dir=\"auto\" data-turn-id=\"request-WEB:a0809afb-f308-48a3-adb1-66c9750bd385-7\" data-turn-id-container=\"request-WEB:a0809afb-f308-48a3-adb1-66c9750bd385-7\" data-testid=\"conversation-turn-16\" data-scroll-anchor=\"false\" data-turn=\"assistant\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"text-base my-auto mx-auto pb-10 [--thread-content-margin:var(--thread-content-margin-xs,calc(var(--spacing)*4))] @w-sm\/main:[--thread-content-margin:var(--thread-content-margin-sm,calc(var(--spacing)*6))] @w-lg\/main:[--thread-content-margin:var(--thread-content-margin-lg,calc(var(--spacing)*16))] px-(--thread-content-margin)\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-conversation-screenshot-content=\"\" class=\"[--thread-content-max-width:40rem] @w-lg\/main:[--thread-content-max-width:48rem] mx-auto max-w-(--thread-content-max-width) flex-1 group\/turn-messages focus-visible:outline-hidden relative flex w-full min-w-0 flex-col agent-turn\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex max-w-full flex-col gap-4 grow\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-message-author-role=\"assistant\" data-message-id=\"f08406e3-9ba8-4427-8d43-453ec395c986\" dir=\"auto\" data-message-model-slug=\"gpt-5-3-mini\" class=\"min-h-8 text-message relative flex w-full flex-col items-end gap-2 text-start break-words whitespace-normal outline-none keyboard-focused:focus-ring [.text-message+\u0026amp;]:mt-1\" data-turn-start-message=\"true\" tabindex=\"0\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex w-full flex-col gap-1 empty:hidden\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"markdown prose dark:prose-invert wrap-break-word w-full light markdown-new-styling\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"76\" data-end=\"127\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"133\" data-end=\"184\"\u003eProperty from a Contemporary Private Collection\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"129\" data-end=\"135\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"129\" data-end=\"135\"\u003eQi\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"137\" data-end=\"204\"\u003ePremium Lot\u003cbr data-start=\"148\" data-end=\"151\"\u003eUnique Sculptural Work\u003cbr data-start=\"173\" data-end=\"176\"\u003eContemporary Symbolic Object\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"206\" data-end=\"267\"\u003eUK: Private Studio Collection\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"206\" data-end=\"267\"\u003eArtist: Lili Marjorie H. Gualberto \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"269\" data-end=\"272\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"274\" data-end=\"328\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"274\" data-end=\"286\"\u003eEstimate\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"286\" data-end=\"289\"\u003eNot for sale \/ Conceptual work (Unique)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"330\" data-end=\"333\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"1unab40\" data-start=\"335\" data-end=\"354\"\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"339\" data-end=\"354\"\u003eDescription\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"2\"\u003eQi\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"3\"\u003e\u003ci data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"3\"\u003eQi\u003c\/i\u003e is a symbolic sculptural artwork representing the inner core strength present within every human being—the enduring force of resilience, moral courage, and the determination to do what is right. The work is grounded in a solid granite stone found in Northern Ireland, symbolising stability, endurance, and the shaping of strength through time and pressure—a fitting foundation for a life defined by extraordinary challenges.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"4\"\u003eThe sculpture is deeply informed by the life of Josephine Bracken, whose journey was marked by immense suffering and resolute spirit. From her earliest days, she endured the tragedy of losing her mother immediately after her birth and subsequently suffered enslavement and mistreatment at the hands of a step-mother. Her later life was defined by profound personal sacrifice and principled choices: she faced the refusal of the Catholic Church to marry her to Dr. José Rizal, due to his writings against the colonial oppression of Filipinos—a stand that ignited a national uprising. She endured the heartbreak of losing an unborn child, and ultimately found herself marrying Rizal just hours before his execution by firing squad.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"5\"\u003eDespite this legacy of sorrow, Josephine Bracken remained steadfast in her humanity. She transformed her pain into action, showing kindness by treating the injured and taking up arms alongside the Katipuneros to fight against colonial rule.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"6\"\u003eReflecting this narrative of transformation, the sculpture features a pure copper nugget resting upon the granite, representing raw life energy. At the front of the composition sits a gold-gilt capiz shell—reflecting hope and illumination—upon which is placed an emerald symbolising wisdom, growth, and renewal. At its centre is a triangular fire opal representing the passion, purpose, and the burning inner flame of conviction that sustained Josephine Bracken throughout her trials. These elements are bound together by sterling silver symbolising unity and resilience, within which is set a carnelian representing courage, motivation, and ethical action.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"7\"\u003eTogether, the materials form a unified symbolic statement of inner strength, standing as a universal emblem of human resilience and the moral courage to do what is right, even in the face of insurmountable adversity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1474\" data-end=\"1477\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"1b15w1n\" data-start=\"1479\" data-end=\"1493\"\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1483\" data-end=\"1493\"\u003eMedium\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1494\" data-end=\"1631\"\u003eGranite stone, copper nugget, gold-gilt capiz shell, emerald, triangular fire opal, sterling silver, and carnelian\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1633\" data-end=\"1636\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"1mhz7j9\" data-start=\"1638\" data-end=\"1656\"\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1642\" data-end=\"1656\"\u003eDimensions\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1657\" data-end=\"1715\"\u003eUnique object, dimensions variable (sculptural assemblage)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1717\" data-end=\"1720\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"9oy9r\" data-start=\"1722\" data-end=\"1740\"\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1726\" data-end=\"1740\"\u003eProvenance\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1741\" data-end=\"1819\"\u003ePrivate studio collection, created by the artist as a singular conceptual work\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1821\" data-end=\"1824\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"vj0bzj\" data-start=\"1826\" data-end=\"1852\"\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1830\" 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