Rock Crystal Vase II by Phoenix

Rock crystal vase with gem stone decoration.  

A elegant form rock crystal centrepiece. Created by Phoenix gallery.

Crystal Rock vase by Andredottir & Bobek Dimensions: D 40 x H 30 cm Materials: Reused Foam/mattress and Jesmonite Hardner in Color Purple/Pink fade Artificial Nature is a collaboration between the artist and design duo Josephine Andredottir and Emilie Bobek Chrystal vase imitates landscape with artificial materials. We create an artificial scene of nature because art and design often find common ground here. The natural colours of rock, stone and moss are what first comes to the eye when looking at the scene from far away, but when moving in between the shapes you slowly feel the transformation from natural to artificial within the objects. Sculptural function as well as physical function is not an aim in itself but is instead replaced with a diverse landscape where the object floats together as a whole. Here you are allowed to explore the materials and explore moss and stone in a new way. The many handcrafted shapes give a natural rough looking surface that allows the eyes to wander and find new places to investigate. Meadow Block...

This vase demonstrates some of the best workmanship to have come out of the early 19th century in China. Made from carved rock crystal and set on a later giltwood base, the vase date...