Set of 4 square plates in porcelain "Detail of Infinity", black
Set of 4 square plates in porcelain "Detail of Infinity", black
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ars mundi Exclusive Edition | numbered | porcelain | 11 colours | gold decoration | 4 sizes | exclusive cardboard box
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Set of 4 square plates in porcelain "Detail of Infinity", black
Friedensreich Hundertwasser was a master of variation. He loved how diverse life is and enjoyed the diversity through the creation of his art. The square plates set "Detail of Infinity" with different motifs picks up on this joy of the artist. In different sizes, on a black ground colour, the plates represent the epitome of very unique tableware.
Set of 4 square plates "Detail of Infinity" with a black ground colour:
Exclusively made for ars mundi at the Königlich privilegierte Porzellanmanufaktur Tettau. Porcelain square plates with high-quality burnish gold trim and painted with 11 spot colours. Fired 3 times. Sizes: 11 x 11 cm, 15 x 15 cm, 19 x 19 cm and 23 x 23 cm. Work numbers PM XIII/A, B, C, D. acc. to APA 328. Backstamp each numbered by hand, unified numbering.
Supplies: The high-quality square plates will be shipped in an exclusive black cardboard box with a gold print.
Copyright NAMIDA AG, 2010.
The displayed works of art are protected by copyright. In particular, it is not permitted to copy, edit, print or publish these illustrations. Violations will be prosecuted according to civil and criminal law.
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About Friedensreich Hundertwasser
1928-2000
Hundertwasser is one of the most internationally renowned artists of our time. His worldwide reputation was already established in the 1960s. Followed by an eventful and evocative career. His aura and power emerged from his painting and multifaceted work.
Organizing demonstrations, speeches, happenings and campaigns, addressing ecological issues, advocating a life in harmony with nature, manifestos for nature, standing up for a more humane architecture and the improvement of people's lives.
Hundertwasser originated projects such as the tree tenants, the roof afforestation, the regreening of cities, the humus toilet, the restoration of social values and the natural cycles. He was an admonisher against environmental pollution, against the dangers of nuclear energy, against natural degradation and the destruction of natural heritage, and in favour of a waste-free society.
Hundertwasser has been engaged with architecture since the 1950s. On the occasion of the inauguration of the Hundertwasser House of the City of Vienna (1986), he said: "We are again experiencing a turning point where old and rigid values in architecture and urban developement are increasingly being questioned. The straightness and uniformity of Bauhaus architecture is coming to an end because it is callous, sterile, cold, heartless, aggressive and emotionless. The era of absolute rationalism is coming to an end. The new values are enhanced quality of life, not standard of living. Longing for romance, individuality, creativity, especially creativity and living in harmony with nature."
With Friedensreich Hundertwasser, our epoch has found the most imposing challenger of totalitarian thinking, whether it concerns nuclear energy, genetic manipulation, environmental protection or the design of our living space. Hundertwasser lived completely in harmony with his view of things and opposing the contradictions of post-industrial society. Hundertwasser's significance is his art that produces beauty: a message of natural harmony, peace and joy.
Graphic or sculpture edition that was initiated by ars mundi and is available only at ars mundi or at distribution partners licensed by ars mundi.
Ceramic product made of kaolin, quartz and feldspar.
Porcelain is formed by turning or pressing and figurative objects are cast. Complex objects have to be cast in separated steps and sections and then "assembled". After the moulding, the pieces are dried and "annealed" at about 900 °C. Next, the glaze will be applied and fired at temperatures between 1,240 °C and 1,445 °C. In renowned manufactures, the porcelain is painted by hand whereby each colour has to be fired individually and in compliance with narrow temperature tolerances.
Porcelain was invented in China and became widespread in Europe from the 16th century onwards. The first European porcelain factory was founded in Meissen, Germany in 1710.
Other famous European porcelain factories include Fürstenberg, Höchst, Schwarzburger Werkstätten, Lladró, Nymphenburg, KPM, Augarten, Sèvres, Limoges, Royal Copenhagen, Worcester. Individual factories label their products with their personal porcelain stamps so that for the collecter it is easy to identify their origin.