Edith Madou
All artworks by Edith Madou have a prominent place for typical Dutch fish. The theme of her work exudes a typical Dutch atmosphere around conviviality, food, history, romance and homeliness. They have become tangible fantasies and fabrications. A representation of the world in her head, of image fragments, memories, fantasy and daydreams. She composes part of her artwork from various materials, wood, glass, old objects, antiques and kitchen utensils from grandmother's time, with which ceramic fish are combined. This creates works of art that connect the past and the present.
Another part of her work includes ceramic works of art for which she uses various ceramic techniques. In addition to the three-dimensional works, she also creates wall objects and works in all kinds of sizes, from small objects that fit in one hand to works that comprise cubic meters. This diversity of works ensures that her art continues to fascinate. The titles, which are given to the artworks, articulate the thoughts behind the image and are therefore an important part of the total