Petite Bridge Handled Vessel x EMMA KOHLMANN
13.5 × 10.5 × 4Petite Bridge Handled 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 Bridge Handled Vessel is inspired by the bulbous belly and connecting arch that is commonly found in Pre-Columbian and Etruscan water vessels to act as a handle for easy carrying. This 2nd iteration is a squatter, wider version that nestles into the curves of the original to make a pair or stand on its own.
Materials: Cast white stoneware, black 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.