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See-Saw Sculpture and Bench with Cast Bronze Heart Handles by Vivian Carbonell
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Giddy-up see saw by Vivian Carbonell of Carbonell design, a sculpture-trained furniture designer, handcrafted a functioning seesaw, the highlight of ten pieces on view. A chunky slab of Douglas fir timber balances on a dark blue metal pivot and is detailed with naturally patinaed, cast bronze, heart-shaped handles. Formed and scaled as replicas of the internal organ, not the ideographic symbol, the hearts are cool yet heavy and full, the tactile sensation is reminiscent of holding a commemoration plaque or medallion. Once activated, the movement of this lavish play structure echoes the push and pull between materials. The raw metal and wood in contrast with the gleaming polished bronze reinforces the narrative focus on precarious equilibrium, love and life, give and take.
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- Creator:Vivian Carbonell (Artist)
- Dimensions:Height: 20 in (50.8 cm)Width: 144 in (365.76 cm)Depth: 16 in (40.64 cm)
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- Date of Manufacture:2020
- Production Type:New & Custom(One of a Kind)
- Estimated Production Time:12-13 weeks
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- Seller Location:Miami, FL
- Reference Number:1stDibs: LU2956322610852
Carbonell Design Studio
“In an exquisite formal balance where matter becomes inspiration, the limited editions of the artist and designer Vivian Carbonell are an ode to contemporary elegance and a kind of luxury that is never ostentatious. Selected by DesignMiami/ – one of the world’s most authoritative events on collectible design – the exclusive creations of Carbonell Design Studio are unique items, made by hand, charged with symbolism and narrative impact. The poetic language of Vivian Carbonell.”
Anna Casotti IFDM The studio was founded by and features the work of artist and designer Vivian Carbonell. Vivian develops her pieces with an artists sensibility and works alongside local craftsman. Each handcrafted collection is comprised of original and limited edition lighting, furniture and accessories inspired by an emphasis on form as well as the core elements of each material chosen.
In addition to the integration of fine art and design practices the driving force of the work is striking the perfect balance between raw and refined material qualities. In the end these equilibria ensure each Carbonell Design Studio piece evokes both warmth and modern elegance stemming from a graceful synthesis of form,tone, balance and structure.
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