Fragments of nature

Exhibition of the ceramics, porcelain and glass section of ULUPUH

Exhibition as part of the 6th International Ceramics Triennial UNICUM 2026, on display from May 15 to October 15 2026, Metelkova

An exhibition of ceramic works in various forms, including a teapot, seashells and an acorn

View of the exhibition

A closer view of ceramic objects with more abstract forms, dominated by shades of grey, white, blue, and terracotta

View of the exhibition

Between man and nature there exists a deep, unbreakable bond that can bring about both destruction and harmony. Man is both a part of nature and its creator, making their relationship a very layered one. It is in these layers that artists often find inspiration, and materials such as ceramics, glass and porcelain, with their specific characteristics, play a key part in shaping the final artwork.

The exhibition presents works in clay by artists in dialogue with their material, who let it dictate the form or bend it to their will, creating a dynamic relationship between creator and material.

From the foreword by Antonija Balić

ULUPUH, the Croatian Association of Artists of the Applied Arts, is a non-governmental, non-profit professional organisation, bringing together artists working in different areas of applied visual arts. The ceramics, porcelain and glass section is among the oldest sections of ULUPUH and has been a part of of the association since it was established in 1950. Today, the ceramics section has one of the largest memberships within the association, with around one hundred members.