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"Kintsugi Rest" by Brian Stanziale

$480
£368.62
€422.43
CA$675.72
A$756.96
CHF 394.44
MX$9,233.32
NOK 5,012.48
SEK 4,726.41
DKK 3,152.93

About the Item

In an exclusive collaboration, each hand-studded piece by artist the bms. was transformed from a provincial 19th century artifact into a one-of-a-kind work of art. Embellishing with silver and gold thumbtacks, the bms. adds a contemporary twist to our storied objects, animating each surface with bold and provocative designs. This kintsugi rest was originally a Qing-dynasty low stool, used by a Shoemaker while he assembled pairs of shoes. Marked by the artist's golden touch, the simple stool has been gilded with a pattern inspired by the Japanese art of kintsugi, wherein damaged ceramics are repaired with precious metals. In the spirit of kintsugi, this stool has been given new life as a decorative sculpture or an unexpected way to hold mail, napkins, or other ephemera.
  • Creator:
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 6.25 in (15.88 cm)Width: 10.25 in (26.04 cm)Depth: 6.75 in (17.15 cm)
  • Materials and Techniques:
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  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    Contemporary
  • Condition:
    Additions or alterations made to the original: The late 19th-century stool has been recently embellished with metal thumbtacks by contemporary artist Brian Stanziale. Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    Chicago, IL
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: BJGG063A1stDibs: LU820017434532

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