Coral Crescendo (2023) Sculptuur door Olga Sviridova

This ceramic sculpture depicts a colorful underwater scene with coral and sea
creatures. The composition is composed of several colorful elements that create a
dynamic and eye-catching ensemble.
Colors and Elements:
Bright red coral with a porous texture on the left side
Light purple tubular coral in the center
Turquoise round shapes that resemble sea anemones or sponges
Orange-red seahorse nestled on purple corals
Dark purple base with white star-shaped patterns
Symbolism and author's meaning:
The sculpture represents the richness and diversity of marine life. Bright colors
and whimsical shapes emphasize the uniqueness and beauty of the underwater
world. The seahorse, standing out from the rest of the elements, can symbolize
the fragility of marine ecosystems and the need to protect them.
Key elements and details:
Contrast of textures: the smooth surface of the seahorse and the porous structure
of the red coral
Variety of shapes: from branched to rounded and tubular
Play with scale: large red coral and miniature seahorse
Style and atmosphere:
The sculpture is in the style of modern decorative art with pop art elements. Bright
colors and stylized forms create a playful, almost cartoonish atmosphere. The
work evokes the work of artists such as Kusama Yayoi (with her love of bright
colors and repetitive patterns) and Jeff Koons (due to the glossy texture and
playful approach to form).
Archetypes:
The underwater world as a symbol of mystery and the unknown
The coral reef as an image of nature's delicate balance
The seahorse as an embodiment of uniqueness and adaptation