CONTEMPORARY SCULPTURE IN UZBEKISTAN: ITS STATUS, TRADITIONS, INNOVATIONS, AND CULTURAL DEVELOPMENT

This article analyzes the development of contemporary sculpture art in Uzbekistan, examining its historical, cultural, and aesthetic significance. Uzbekistan’s rich cultural heritage has played an important role in the formation and development of sculpture art. In recent years, under the influence of new technologies and global trends, sculpture has acquired new forms, incorporating new materials and styles. The article deeply explores the contemporary trends in Uzbek sculpture, the creative styles of artists, and the strategies of state support being implemented. It also discusses how sculpture is being integrated into the changing global culture and the tourism industry.