In our time and culture we are surrounded by objects so perfect, that one cannot spot any trace of their making.

Objet mélancolique No 1 (vase) is an attempt at bringing together attributes of industrial design and handcraft – with the goal to define new standards and new criteria of beauty, to give the object a unique character, both archaic and contemporary.

In this project the production method and the material define the final result as much as the designer himself. The archaic imperfection of sand casting and a good portion of fortuitousness due to the choice of material (Tombac, an alloy of bronze and brass) determine the final appearance of the vase, thus making each object unique.

Edition of 6+1

Material: Tombac (brass and bronze alloy)

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