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Beyond Utility

2024
Materials: red clay item with photo decal and glossy finish
35 см
Category: sculpture
Item Number: 020129
480 000
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About the Work
About the Artist

Taking inspiration from household items crafted by local artisans using local clay, each piece reimagines functional clayware, transforming utilitarian objects into decorative accents. Pushing the limits of refiring at higher temper- atures on clayware invites new possibilities for creative potential when working with contemporary glazes. The utilization of a variety of glazes brings a burst of color and vibrancy to the once humble clayware. With each firing, new discoveries are made and new techniques explored. From bold blues to radiant reds, each piece is transformed into a work of art, further enhanced by experi- menting with photo decals and lustrous finishes. These works remind us that the true beauty of art lies not in its perfection, but in its ability to evolve and adapt, reflecting the ever-changing world around us.

Aida Mahmudova is an artist and a patron of arts and design of Azerbaijan. She is the founder of Chelebi, a brand specialising in collectible design and decor, and YARAT Contemporary Art Space in Baku. In her artistic practice, she explores themes of memory, place, and belonging, and experiments with materiality through installations, sculpture, and painting.