| Medium | : | Brass |
|---|---|---|
| Height | : | 34 inch / 86.4 cm |
| Width | : | 31 inch / 78.7 cm |
| Depth | : | 4 inch / 10.2 cm |
| Dimension | : | W: 78.7 cm × H: 86.4 cm |
This sculpture presents a strikingly realistic brass shirt crafted with meticulous detail. Created entirely from numerous circular metal washers, the artist has assembled these industrial elements into the familiar and intimate form of a shirt.
₹270,000.00
Pintu Sikder | Shirt | Brass | H 34 x W 31 x D 4 inches (Delivered)
This artwork is a sculptural piece by Pintu Sikder, crafted in brass and designed in the form of a shirt. At first glance, it resembles an ordinary garment hanging on a wooden hanger, but on closer inspection, it reveals itself to be made entirely from meticulously arranged hollow brass rings, creating a perforated, metallic surface. The sculpture transforms a commonplace item of clothing into a striking artistic object, blurring the line between the familiar and the extraordinary. The shirt, a symbol of everyday life, labor, and personal identity, is here recast in a rigid and enduring material, giving permanence to something usually soft and transient. Through this transformation, Sikder reflects on the materiality of objects, memory, and perhaps the contrast between fragility and durability in human existence. The repetitive circular patterns not only create an engaging texture but also imbue the piece with rhythm and harmony, showcasing the artist’s ingenuity in merging craft, concept, and form.
This sculpture presents a strikingly realistic brass shirt crafted with meticulous detail. Created entirely from numerous circular metal washers, the artist has assembled these industrial elements into the familiar and intimate form of a shirt. The sculpture captures the texture, folds, and creases of fabric, transforming a soft garment into a rigid metallic form. This juxtaposition between the delicate nature of clothing and the hardness of brass evokes ideas of protection, identity, and the intersection of human experience with materiality. The shirt, once a symbol of everyday life and personal expression, becomes a statement of endurance and transformation through the artist’s craftsmanship. Its shimmering surface and intricate pattern of circular cutouts give it both a contemporary and timeless appeal, blurring the line between the ordinary and the extraordinary.
Pintu, a distinguished sculptor, earned his Bachelor’s in Visual Arts from Rabindra Bharati University in 2006 and followed it with a Master’s in Fine Arts from the same institution in 2008. Renowned for his artistic prowess, he has garnered numerous awards and accolades. Pintu’s artistic footprint extends across India, with his works prominently displayed in solo and group exhibitions at various prestigious galleries. His creative vision transcends traditional boundaries, evident in his participation in site-specific Art Installations, emphasizing sculpture, installation, and interdisciplinary kinetic art. Pintu’s contributions to the art world reflect a profound engagement with public spaces, offering viewers a unique and immersive experience that challenges conventional perspectives.
Pintu, a distinguished sculptor, earned his Bachelor’s in Visual Arts from Rabindra Bharati University in 2006 and followed it with a Master’s in Fine Arts from the same institution in 2008. Renowned for his artistic prowess, he has garnered numerous awards and accolades. Pintu’s artistic footprint extends across India, with his works prominently displayed in solo and group exhibitions at various prestigious galleries. His creative vision transcends traditional boundaries, evident in his participation in site-specific Art Installations, emphasizing sculpture, installation, and interdisciplinary kinetic art. Pintu’s contributions to the art world reflect a profound engagement with public spaces, offering viewers a unique and immersive experience that challenges conventional perspectives.
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