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Ikarus Mobile Sculpture by Luca Gruber
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Ikarus Mobile Sculpture by Luca Gruber
Dimensions: Ø 120 x H 160 cm.
Materials: Polished brass.
Luca Gruber
"For all my life, I have had an inherent interest in cultures, religions, mythology and philosophy, and through my work, I aim to create spiritual experiences which are sustainable and universally accessible."
Luca Gruber was born in Wiesbaden, Germany. Initially trained in Industrial Design, he graduated with a diploma from the University of Applied Sciences Darmstadt. Darmstadt was the center of the German Art Nouveau movement, and its shapes, crafts and ideas have been highly influential for his own practice. After working for Bodo Sperlein in London, Gruber decided to deepen his knowledge of the luxury industry at ECAL in Lausanne. As a result, he received an Advanced Master in Design for Luxury & Craftsmanship. He continued to work in Switzerland after his studies alongside Ini Archibong and on several projects in the watch industry. In 2022 he decided to focus on his own practice and strengthen his relationship on ongoing projects with various materials and artisans around Europe.
"The creation of an object is always a social act. It's not only about me creating an object. It is more about the connection I create between the viewer and the generations of beings which have shaped our perception of how we interact with our world. In Germany, we have a beautiful expression: "Herzblut in etwas hineinfließen zu lassen" (which means to pour your own heart's blood into something). This expression describes the effort you put in your work, and I want people to feel this effort, not only my effort in designing a piece but also the hours of hard work of every craftsman who has worked on one of my sculptures."
"Currently, I’m very interested in creating sculptural and organic metal furniture and sculptures, with a focus on brass.
Luckily, I can work with Carl Auböck. He runs his metal workshop already in the fifth generation, resulting in exceptional knowledge of various metals, especially brass.
- Dimensions:Height: 63 in (160 cm)Diameter: 47.25 in (120 cm)
- Style:Post-Modern (Of the Period)
- Materials and Techniques:Brass,Polished
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- Period:
- Date of Manufacture:2023
- Production Type:New & Custom(Current Production)
- Estimated Production Time:7-8 weeks
- Condition:
- Seller Location:Geneve, CH
- Reference Number:1stDibs: LU1219237449112
Galerie Philia
Galerie Philia is an international contemporary sculptural design and art gallery representing emerging and established designers and artists. The gallery is the brainchild of two brothers who share a lifetime passion for art, literature and philosophy. Their distinct academic background sets them apart from their peers, as it sees them following a rhizomatic and transcultural approach in the way they select works. This involves combining elements from multiple cultures in what becomes a network of harmoniously interconnected roots, ultimately revealing the beauty of each unique creation. The gallery’s non-hierarchical curation sits apart from the ephemerality of trends and focuses instead on the true aesthetic quality of the piece – alluring and timeless. Unlike others, Galerie Philia does not focus on a single style – whether minimalist, organic or raw – but rather embraces heterogeneity. The Galerie Philia takes pride in discovering new talents, providing them with multiple international platforms to showcase their latest creations. As well as propelling the newest generation of 21st century collectible design, Galerie Philia also works with internationally known design artists. Galerie Philia has a strong international presence, with galleries in Geneva, New York and Singapore. In addition to their permanent spaces, the gallery organizes temporary group exhibitions and artists residencies in first-class locations around the world.
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