Peacock Series Bronze Sculpture

This bronze sculpture merges the peacock's elegance with Islamic calligraphy, embodying beauty, tradition, and spiritual depth

Artwork Description

 about this bronze sculpture

Sadegh Adham’s bronze sculpture of a peacock, adorned with patina and Islamic art calligraphy, explores themes of beauty and spiritual symbolism. The peacock, often representing grace and immortality, is elevated by intricate calligraphy, connecting its elegance to the divine and cultural heritage.

In many traditions, the peacock symbolizes renewal and protection, while Islamic calligraphy reflects divine wisdom and sacred expression. Adham merges these elements, blending natural beauty with spiritual depth.

The patina enhances the bronze surface, adding texture and richness to the peacock’s form, emphasizing its majestic posture and detailed features. The earthy tones of the patina contrast with the shimmering calligraphy, highlighting the interplay between materiality and symbolism.

Bronze, celebrated for its durability and ability to hold intricate designs, brings the peacock’s elegance and the calligraphy’s precision to life. The patina accentuates the flowing script and the bird’s feathers, grounding the sculpture in timeless artistry.

Adham’s sculpture unites the peacock’s grace with the spiritual resonance of Islamic calligraphy, inviting contemplation on beauty, tradition, and transcendence.

about the artist

Sadegh Adham, an Iranian sculptor born in 1978, has exhibited his works widely in Iran and internationally. His solo exhibitions include "Sufi" at Arthibition Gallery (2021) and several at Seyhoun Gallery, Tehran. He has participated in notable group exhibitions, including "Analyze" at Seyhoun Gallery (2022) and international showcases in London, Paris, and Toronto.

The sculptures by Sadegh Adham are based on Shahnameh mythology and are created with people from all origins and cultures in mind.

Symbolic volumes with calligraphy, locks, zarih (an orante that encloses a grave in a mosque or Islamic shrine) and Phoenix, each of which is a sign of Persian tales and stories while also being beautiful and commendable.

The artist's compelling focus on shape and volume, along with a dramatic emphasis, establishes a strong allure and tangible presence to the forms. These sculptures are remarkable examples of three dimensional forms, animal portraiture and the artist's impeccable knowledge of craft. 

His mythical creatures series of bronze sculptures features dynamic figurines of dominant, feisty bulls and gracefully resting horses, mysterious owls, majestic lions, resilient camels, and enchanting birds. All of which represent conventional symbols of virility, fertility, wisdom, and power.

His creations are available in golden bronze, black, and green patinas. View Sadegh Adham's collection of artworks HERE

Care: Dust your bronze sculpture often using a soft, dry cloth of soft brush. Avoid the use of water, chemical and abrasive cleaners.

Note: This bronze sculpture is one of a kind original therefore, all copyrights and reproduction rights are reserved by the artist.