Ruined Existence Ceramic Sculpture 01

This ceramic sculpture embodies resilience and introspection, merging organic forms with layered narratives of struggle and renewal

 about this ceramic sculpture

“Ruined Existence” is a ceramic sculpture series created using the ancient coil-building technique. Each piece features organic forms, layered construction, and muted tones that create a quiet, contemplative presence.

The sculptures are built by rolling clay into long coils and carefully stacking them to form fluid, evolving shapes. This process allows for rich textures and natural irregularities, giving each work a unique sculptural identity.

The soft, subdued colour palette enhances the sense of introspection and stillness. Combined with the hand-built structure, the works evoke a meditative atmosphere and a refined material sensitivity.

The series reflects a focus on process, patience, and transformation. Each sculpture feels like a slow accumulation of form, memory, and emotion expressed through clay.

about the artist

Ziba Pashang, born on August 29, 1980, in Tehran, Iran, is a prominent contemporary artist celebrated for her sculptural works. She earned a Bachelor’s degree in Handicrafts from Alzahra University in 2003 and a Master’s degree in Painting from Sooreh University in 2017. Her work reflects a deep understanding of traditional Iranian art forms, such as miniature painting, marquetry, and textile printing.

Pashang's career includes active membership in notable art organizations like the Association of Iranian Sculptors and the Association of Iranian Pottery Artists. Her works have been exhibited internationally, including solo exhibitions such as "Ruined Existence" at Seyhoun Art Gallery in Tehran.

Inspired by personal struggles, Pashang draws on memories of a childhood shaped by war and ongoing insecurity in the Middle East. Her ceramic sculptures serve as visual narratives that reflect wounds from familial battles with cancer and the silent suffering of nature, particularly trees.

Each piece carries a symbolic interior, encouraging viewers to uncover stories of sociopolitical struggles and the artist's personal health challenges. Her work transforms pain into beauty.

collection

View Ziba Pashang's collection of available artworks here

copyright

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