Aortic Vessel x EMMA KOHLMANN
5 × 4 × 8.25Aortic Vessel x EMMA KOHLMANN
THE COLLABORATION:
We are honored to collaborate with Emma Kohlmann for our first capsule collection of illustrated forms. Painted in both our Brooklyn studio and in Emma's studio in Western Massachusetts, each piece contains embracing figurines, mythical objects, and botanical motifs colorfully portrayed across the white stoneware surface of each vessel. 25% of each sale will be donated to the South Bronx Mutual Aid.
ABOUT THE FORM:
The Aortic Vessel is inspired by the curved oval forms of Japanese paper lanterns and mid-century lighting. It can be used as both a vessel and a candelabra.
Materials: Cast white stoneware, blue underglaze, clear glossy finish.
References
Photographs of Karl Blossfeldt's plant specimens, found in his book "Masterworks,” 1928.
"Naxos," a painting in a series of works inspired by Cy Twombly's keen interest in Greek Mythos, 1982.
"Gros oiseau visage noir" from Picasso's collection of painted ceramic vessels, fabricated during his time spent at the Madoura Pottery in Vallauris, France c. 1946. Christie’s Auction.