Hari Ram Kumbhawat

This sculpture presents a dome-shaped terracotta structure that resembles both a helmet-like form and a miniature architectural dwelling. Carved into its rounded surface are arched windows, detailed doorways, and a staircase that appears to ascend into the hollowed interior, creating the illusion of a small, inhabitable world within a solid form. The piece bridges the worlds of object design and architecture, transforming a simple geometric shape into a container of cultural memory. The arched window frames and stairway evoke traditional Indian building styles, suggesting courtyards, havelis, or old fort-inspired designs. The warm terracotta material emphasizes its connection to the earth, clay, and vernacular construction methods. Conceptually, this artwork could represent: The home as protection – shelter as a second skin, much like a helmet. Miniature universes – a reminder that even the smallest structures carry histories and stories. This work reflects a fusion of natural and human-made elements, merging gentle, rounded organic shapes with the exacting clarity of architectural design.