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Unguis Chair by Henry D'ath
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Unguis Chair by Henry D'ath
Dimensions: D 60 x W 55 x H 95 cm
Materials: Wood, plastic.
Piece is handmade by artist.
An unguis can be a nail, claw or fang. The name speaks not only of the chair’s overall composition but also the relationship of its parts. The structure itself appears almost like exaggerated acrylic nails, painted in epoxy sheen. Beneath this lie bones of honest solid wood. The composure of the chair seduces, but not without being slightly unsettling. This back and forth suggests an unnerving yet cheerful existence.
Henry d’ath is a new zealand born, hong kong based artist and architect.
Using predominantly salvaged material, the artist routinely handworks each piece over many months resulting in lucid, yet ambiguously functional pieces of sculpture.
Each work in this current collection is an individual edition in an ongoing series, hand made by the artist themselves.
- Dimensions:Height: 37.41 in (95 cm)Width: 21.66 in (55 cm)Depth: 23.63 in (60 cm)
- Style:Post-Modern (Of the Period)
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- Date of Manufacture:2021
- Production Type:New & Custom(Limited Edition)
- Estimated Production Time:11-12 weeks
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- Seller Location:Geneve, CH
- Reference Number:1stDibs: LU1219236872222
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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