Nina Leth
Playful and contemporary wall sculptures by Danish artist Nina Leth.
Ceramic sculptures and wall objects form the framework of my work, transforming a hard, fired material into something light, sensuous, and in motion. I debuted at the Artists’ Autumn Exhibition in 1997, followed by a practice that has moved through textiles, painting, and in recent years, ceramics.
In the series Wallflowers, the point of departure is the flower as a symbol of femininity. In contrast to the concept of a “wallflower”—someone who remains in the background—the works insist on stepping forward, breaking free from the wall, and claiming their space. The forms range from spiky and repellent to soft and alluring, containing a constant tension between vulnerability and strength.
In the series Wallflowers, the point of departure is the flower as a symbol of femininity. In contrast to the concept of a “wallflower”—someone who remains in the background—the works insist on stepping forward, breaking free from the wall, and claiming their space. The forms range from spiky and repellent to soft and alluring, containing a constant tension between vulnerability and strength.
