Nicola Colaprico
Nicola Colaprico (born 1979) is an Italian sculptor from Rutigliano. From an early age, he developed a strong passion for clay, a material that became central to his artistic practice and creative expression.
Throughout his career, he has participated in numerous artistic events, including the Euro Expo Art – Vernice Art Fair in Forlì, gaining recognition for the originality and craftsmanship of his work. In 2025, he was awarded First Prize at the 36th National Whistle Competition, an important distinction within the Italian artistic and craft tradition.
His sculptures, characterised by meticulous handcraftsmanship and a strong connection to the cultural heritage of Puglia, are now held in private collections around the world, including Germany, Japan, and Australia.
Where the Seas Meet, 2026
Glazed ceramic sculpture
with hand-crafted glass base
40 × 20 cm
The Sea's Wound, 2026
Sculptural ceramic technique in clay,
decorated with glazes and double-fired
? x ? cm
Sculpture
Two marine presences gaze at one another in a fragile yet harmonious balance. The work reflects the encounter between different identities that, like the waves of the sea, transform one another while preserving their own essence. It is a meditation on dialogue, coexistence, and connection across shared waters.
The transparent glass insert becomes an open wound shaped by water and time. The sea separates and unites, destroys and regenerates, just as in the Odyssey. The sculpture reflects on the enduring dialogue between opposing forces, where transformation emerges through memory, movement, and coexistence.