Aylin Özgür
3 Paper Clay Vase
A sculptural ceramic piece blending traditional amphora forms with contemporary brutalism. Its raw, textured body carries the ancient spirit of the earth, creating a striking modern contrast with the sleek, polished "calm" plaque. A meditative collector's piece exploring stillness and timelessness within imperfection.
Story
This artwork is a sculptural paper clay design with philosophical depth, blending traditional forms with a contemporary brutalist artistic approach. It brings a modern, minimalist, and conceptual interpretation to the ancient amphora (jug/pitcher) form, one of the signature objects of Mediterranean and Anatolian cultures.
The artistic and structural definition of the piece lies within the following details:
Texture and Surface Character (The Wabi-Sabi Effect): The chalky, rough, and crater-like intense texture of the body gives the piece the aura of an ancient artifact freshly unearthed, or a rock formation weathered by time. It stands as a powerful reflection of the wabi-sabi philosophy, which celebrates the beauty of imperfection.
Form and Rhythm: The triple-spout (chimney) detail rising at the top of the vessel, encircled by bronze/brown linear bands, infuses the structure with an architectural rhythm. The organic handle on the side serves as a functional reference that balances the brutalist body.
Conceptual Contrast (The "calm" Plaque): The most striking aspect of the piece is the smooth, industrial-looking white plaque bearing the word "calm," placed directly upon the raw, chaotic, and rugged texture of the body. The contrast between nature's wild textures and the clarity and serenity sought by the mind is materialized through this plaque.
