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The Haas Brothers — Grand Opening!
The Haas Brothers

Grand Opening!

2020

This ceramic sculpture presents a whimsical creature rendered in lustrous gold tones, its spherical body textured with densely applied scale like or spine formations that create a tactile, almost hedgehog like surface. Atop the rounded form sits a split, hinged opening that suggests both a mouth and a functional vessel, finished in polished gold that contrasts with the matte patterning of the body. The work exemplifies the Haas Brothers' playful approach to anthropomorphic design, transforming utilitarian ceramic forms into animated characters with personality and presence. The hand built quality and meticulous surface detailing demonstrate the artists' commitment to craft, while the punchy golden palette and imaginative form bridge fine art sculpture with decorative object making.

Medium
Ceramic
Dimensions
Location
Marianne Boesky Gallery, New York, NY

Notes

Shown in Marianne Boesky Gallery's "Haas Brothers" online viewing room. Inventory (HBR.17866). Inquiries: info@boeskygallery.com.

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The Haas Brothers, Grand Opening!, 2020

This ceramic sculpture presents a whimsical creature rendered in lustrous gold tones, its spherical body textured with densely applied scale like or spine formations that create a tactile, almost hedgehog like surface. Atop the rounded form sits a split, hinged opening that suggests both a mouth and a functional vessel, finished in polished gold that contrasts with the matte patterning of the body. The work exemplifies the Haas Brothers' playful approach to anthropomorphic design, transforming utilitarian ceramic forms into animated characters with personality and presence. The hand built quality and meticulous surface detailing demonstrate the artists' commitment to craft, while the punchy golden palette and imaginative form bridge fine art sculpture with decorative object making.

Medium
Ceramic
Dimensions
21.6 x 21.6 x 21.6 cm
Year
2020
Seen at
Marianne Boesky Gallery, New York, NY

Related themes

Functional Art, Craft Based Art, Playful Objects, Ceramic Sculpture, Whimsical Design, Studio Ceramics, Gold Glazed, Ceramic Creature, American Contemporary, Contemporary Ceramics, Artisan Craft, Decorative Sculpture, Character Object, Hand Built Pottery, Design Sculpture, Cast Ceramic, Metallic Glaze, Anthropomorphic Form, Textured Surface, Vessel Sculpture

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Gavin Kennedy, John McNally