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Ceramic magic
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G. Reghu's ceramic sculptures display a façade of innocence, simplicity and playfulness and are characterised by great detail
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FIGURAL IMAGES The pieces underscore Reghu's facility to exploit the potential of the medium Photo: Bhagya Prakash K.
An alumnus of the College of Fine Arts, Thiruvananthapuram, where he completed BFA (Sculpture), G. Reghu further honed his skills at Roopankar, Bharat Bhavan, Bhopal, in the late 1980s. Over the last 18 years, the Killimanoor-born sculptor has featured in several solo and group shows at Mumbai, Ahmedabad, New Delhi, Chennai and Bangalore. His works have also been exhibited in Kassel, Germany (1991, 1992) and at the International Biennale, Cairo, Egypt (2000).
Ceramic as medium
The 30-odd sculptural pieces currently on display at the Hatworks Boulevard underscore Reghu's facility to exploit the mystery and magic of the ceramic medium.
His works are predominantly figural images that carry a façade of innocence, simplicity and playfulness. They sport childlike features and expressions, and are executed in a style of subdued but elegant articulation.
Some of the works are inscribed with elements of humour and satire, while some others show signs of restrained theatricality.
Two Men Drinking, which presents a couple of upright figures, is a typical instance, where the blend of size, structure and configuration catch the eye. Two other pieces — The Village Sarpanch and The Smoker — are modelled with vigour and sensitivity. Even though executed in small format, The Village Women (a set of five figures) is as lively and engaging as Yoga — a set of three figures in varying physical postures. The 47-year-old sculptor has also displayed a series of heads and masks, some of which evoke a feel of gentle and lyrical improvisation.
While viewing his works, one is struck by Reghu's proficiency in careful delineation, be it the collar and pocket of the shirt, curve of the finger, stretch of the neck or the exaggerated bump on the shoulder.
Charming pieces
The position and movement of the limbs, expression on the face and staid posture in many of the pieces are charming.
Even though there are elements of stylisation and decorativeness, they do not unduly impact Reghu's sculpture.
The exhibition, put together by Crimson — The Art Resource, concludes on April 30.
ATHREYA
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