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'Fractured' A Large Unique Ceramic Sculpture, Pekka Paikkari, 2006
$45,432.39
£33,535.69
€38,200
CA$62,715.10
A$69,869.11
CHF 36,654.35
MX$853,379.37
NOK 464,114
SEK 434,913.20
DKK 290,835
About the Item
Fractured is a striking ceramic wall sculpture by Pekka Paikkari, created in 2006. This exceptional work showcases a meticulously handcrafted ceramic composition mounted on a wooden board, embodying the artist’s interpretation of a fracture. Paikkari’s abstract approach invites contemplation, while his organic process reflects the passage of time.
The piece remains in good condition and was acquired directly from the artist by the previous owner.
Clay is Paikkari’s primary medium, chosen for its ability to mimic the intricate cracks of ice—a phenomenon that has long fascinated him. His process involves shaping the clay by hand, using tools such as sticks and bricks, before allowing it to rest. As the surface naturally cracks, the emerging patterns guide the final design. The clay is then fired, transforming it into ceramic—a method Paikkari describes as "constructing a never-ending story." The sculpture evolves through his imagination, resulting in a dynamic yet durable work that is robust despite its seemingly fragile appearance.
Pekka Paikkari (b. 1960) is a highly regarded contemporary ceramic artist from Finland. A designer for Arabia and a founding member of the Arabia Art Department Society since the 1980s, he is celebrated for his large-scale ceramic sculptures and monumental public works across Finland. His distinctive style and technical mastery have earned him international recognition, with pieces held in prestigious collections such as the Victoria & Albert Museum (London), the British Museum, the Museum of Modern Ceramic Art (Gifu, Japan), and the Hostler Burrows Gallery (New York).
Selected Bibliography:
1992 – Timo Laiho, Pekka Paikkari - Karborundum, Finland
2006 – Pekka Paikkari: The Never-Ending, exhibition catalogue, Turku, Finland
2016 – Heeney, Gwen (ed.), The Post-Industrial Landscape as Site for Creative Practice: Material Memory, Cambridge Scholars Publishing
2017 – Wall Street International, "New Ceramic Artists"
Paikkari has received numerous awards and grants and has participated in over 200 solo and group exhibitions worldwide.
- Creator:Pekka Paikkari (Designer, Artist)
- Dimensions:Height: 70.87 in (180 cm)Width: 70.87 in (180 cm)Depth: 2.96 in (7.5 cm)
- Style:Modern (Of the Period)
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- Date of Manufacture:2006
- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use. The overall impression is good.
- Seller Location:Helsinki, FI
- Reference Number:1stDibs: LU6346246247762
Pekka Paikkari
Pekka Paikkari is a ceramic artist living and working in Helsinki, Finland, where he has been a member of the Arabia Art Department Society since 1983. He is primarily known for large-scale wall sculptures, unique sculptural objects and monumental public installations. Using clay as his primary material, Pekkari’s works blur the lines between fine art, design and traditional craft. His expert use of the medium proves a rich analogy for both the human condition, displaying great strength and fragility in equal measure as well as the passing of time, registering as either permanent or ephemeral based on the depth of the lens. His work is included in many prestigious museum collections, including the Victoria & Albert Museum in London, the Ceramics Museum of Barcelona and the Shigaraki Museum of Contemporary Ceramic Art in Japan, among others.
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