Michael Dean's 'Sic Glyphs' Exhibition at South London Gallery Explores Language Through Sculpture

Michael Dean's exhibition titled 'Sic Glyphs' took place at the South London Gallery from 18 March to 22 May 2016. This showcase included sculptures crafted from concrete, steel beams, foam tubing, and corrugated sheet-metal, resembling distorted construction materials. The exhibition incorporated elements like earth, decaying weeds, and casts of Dean's fingers alongside those of his sons. The title 'sic' cleverly hints at precise transcription and modern slang. The sculptures transitioned between human forms and typographic elements, illustrating the fluidity of language. Throughout the exhibition, a book featuring clip-art symbols examined the evolution of language, inviting viewers to act as interpreters. Additionally, a related questionnaire with Dean was featured on ArtReview's website concerning his project at Art Basel 2016.