First displayed at Maison et Objet (January 19 -23, 2017) in Paris earlier this year, L’Objet’s intrepid new Tulum Collection features gilded ceramic morning star vessels and succulent-inspired vases and sculptures.
The collection of furniture, lighting and ceramics by Elad Yifrach are inspired by the history, architecture and spirituality of the Mayan archeological site, Trendland writes.
The pieces made of ceramic, copper, bronze and 24K gold required very complex techniques, including manual finishing. The collection immerses us at the heart of a fantastic landscape with dashingly desaturated colors, where tropical fruits vases can take a look in spiking mirrors, among growing oversized cactus sculptures.
The design brand aspires to create designs for the home that are both luxurious and functional works of art. As evidenced in L’Objet’s expansion into textural territory, The Globe and Mail argues design materials can no longer be merely interesting to view, but must also draw viewers’ curiosity to touch.
Living as we do, staring at screens all the time, tactile experiences have become of paramount importance, which has led to textiles and materials seeking to engage and encourage touch. Texture has become a focal point.
Wallpaper — on a similar note — argues now that brass, marble and wood have become popular materials across the mainstream, designers are looking for new substances and surface decorations with which to break up the material monotony.
Photography by Elio Tolot
Do you love or loathe these works of contemporary ceramic design? Let us know in the comments.
Add your valued opinion to this post.