Soldered brass, 18 x 8 x 9, 2022. "Helm of the First Horseman," a 2022 brass sculpture by Ryan McCourt, draws upon rich symbolic imagery to provoke thought about its possible meanings. The title references the Four Horsemen of the Apocalypse, with the "First Horseman" traditionally associated with conquest or pestilence. This connection invites speculation … Continue reading Helm of the First Horseman
Soldered brass, 22 x 15 x 9, 2018. "Mask of Tragedy," a 2018 sculpture by Canadian artist Ryan McCourt, melds elements of Greek theatrical masks with visual motifs reminiscent of indigenous ceremonial masks. Crafted from soldered brass, the sculpture’s exaggerated features and intricate patterns evoke both the dramatic expressions of classical theater and the spiritual … Continue reading Mask of Tragedy
Soldered brass, 22 x 19 x 12, 2017. "Helm of the African King," a 2017 sculpture by Canadian artist Ryan McCourt, is a compelling soldered brass piece that evokes themes of leadership, heritage, and cultural identity. This wearable helmet is richly adorned with symbolic elements that create a narrative of regality and the natural world. … Continue reading The Helm of the African King
Soldered brass, 14 x 10 x 14, 2015. "Helm of The River Queen," a soldered brass sculpture by Ryan McCourt (2015), presents a powerful blend of regal authority and natural symbolism. The helmet-like form, with its smooth, impassive face, evokes an archetypal figure tied to rivers, hinting at both a mythological and historical interpretation. The … Continue reading Helm of The River Queen
Soldered brass, 2012. "Helm of the Sentinel," a 2012 soldered brass sculpture by Ryan McCourt, conveys themes of vigilance and authority. The helmet form, with its prominent facial mask and intricate detailing, evokes the image of a guardian or watchful protector. The smooth, mask-like face, while human in appearance, suggests an archetype more than an … Continue reading Helm of the Sentinel
