H25cm x W20cm x D18cm
H17cm x W16cm x D14cm
This thought-provoking sculpture series by Gwenda Jones delves into the deep connections between primates and humans, highlighting the shared evolution, similarities, and mannerisms that define both species. The sculptures capture the very human-like nature of these fascinating creatures, emphasising their social rituals and communities—rituals that our societies both emulate and, at times, destroy.
The ceramic portraits, coloured with painterly underglazes, reflect the textural layers, complexities, and vibrancy of primates, presenting them without camouflage in an evolving world. The figures are depicted in repose, with heads gently tilted and eyes shut, evoking a sense of peaceful contemplation. Through this quiet stillness, Gwenda invites reflection on the fragile environments we share and the delicate balance between nature and human progress.
Primates are a powerful reminder of our shared place in the natural world, urging us to recognise the deep, evolving connections between human and primate life.
