Artwork
Black Comedy Heads
Black Comedy Heads is a drawing by David Reekie. It dates from 1993 and is held in the collection of the Victoria and Albert Museum.
About this work
Overview
Black Comedy Heads is a 1993 drawing by David Reekie, featuring two design proposals for cast glass sculptural heads of bald men with exaggerated facial features.
Subject & Meaning
The subjects, depicted with open mouths, suggest intense emotional expression, potentially conveying laughter or shouting. Their simplistic yet exaggerated features (large noses, thick lips) emphasize caricatured humanity.
Technique & Style
The drawing employs quick, sketchy lines and selective shading to imply light and form. Intentionally rough areas contribute to a dynamic, lively quality, contrasting with the implied smoothness of the proposed glass medium.
History & Provenance
Created in 1993 by David Reekie, specific provenance details are not provided in the available information.
Context
While direct contextual references are not given, the piece reflects a blend of caricature traditions and modern glass art explorations, typical of experimental approaches in the early 1990s.
Legacy
The artwork's impact or influence on subsequent art practices is not detailed in the provided information.
Artist & collection
Artist
David Reekie is an English glass sculptor who uses drawing and glass casting to express his vision of the human condition.
