Transnatural - Studio ThusThat - Wall shelf unit - Crust - Aluminium
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Crust, an aluminium interior object designed by Studio ThusThat for Transnatural, produced in the Netherlands circa 2022, with dimensions 70 cm (W) × 90 cm (H) × 30 cm (D), in as new condition.
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In the early stages of aluminium production, factories cast molten aluminium into massive blocks weighing in at over 26 tonnes. These blocks are clad with undulating, organic textures that are a result of the casting process. In the preparation of the blocks to be sent to other factories, the sides are cut off, leaving behind thin rough plates–known as “crusts”.
ThusThat, in a continuation of their exploration of industrial narratives, use these crusts to create the first of an ongoing series of interior objects––a mirror, a shelf, and a table––that reflect the unexpectedly raw backstory to an everyday material. The edges are jagged and roughly cut, resulting in rugged forms that seem to have been themselves byproducts of some industrial mechanisms, contrasted by a polished finish. The backside of the plates still show traces of the giant saws of the factories from which they were cut.
ThusThat, led by Kevin Rouff and Paco Böckelmann, have previously worked with mining and metallurgy wastes, including red mud, the waste of producing aluminium from its mined ore. The mirrors, shelf and tables are especially designed for Transnatural. This showmodel is new, in perfect condition and offered for less to the Catawiki community (2250 EU retail price).
Seller's Story
Transnatural manages a unique collection of art & design works. Natural processes, extraordinary material concepts, research and experimentation are often the starting point for the creators. This results in distinctive art and (custom) designs, serving a global network of clients. The artists’ production methods pay close attention to new, alternative energy and environmentally friendly material resources. We explore ways how to (re-) design our living spaces so that users, nature and technology can expand, enrich and feed each other.
Transnatural serves a global network of clients (retailers, galleries, architects, designers, consumers) and develops projects that reach beyond any standard result.
Translated by Google TranslateIn the early stages of aluminium production, factories cast molten aluminium into massive blocks weighing in at over 26 tonnes. These blocks are clad with undulating, organic textures that are a result of the casting process. In the preparation of the blocks to be sent to other factories, the sides are cut off, leaving behind thin rough plates–known as “crusts”.
ThusThat, in a continuation of their exploration of industrial narratives, use these crusts to create the first of an ongoing series of interior objects––a mirror, a shelf, and a table––that reflect the unexpectedly raw backstory to an everyday material. The edges are jagged and roughly cut, resulting in rugged forms that seem to have been themselves byproducts of some industrial mechanisms, contrasted by a polished finish. The backside of the plates still show traces of the giant saws of the factories from which they were cut.
ThusThat, led by Kevin Rouff and Paco Böckelmann, have previously worked with mining and metallurgy wastes, including red mud, the waste of producing aluminium from its mined ore. The mirrors, shelf and tables are especially designed for Transnatural. This showmodel is new, in perfect condition and offered for less to the Catawiki community (2250 EU retail price).
Seller's Story
Transnatural manages a unique collection of art & design works. Natural processes, extraordinary material concepts, research and experimentation are often the starting point for the creators. This results in distinctive art and (custom) designs, serving a global network of clients. The artists’ production methods pay close attention to new, alternative energy and environmentally friendly material resources. We explore ways how to (re-) design our living spaces so that users, nature and technology can expand, enrich and feed each other.
Transnatural serves a global network of clients (retailers, galleries, architects, designers, consumers) and develops projects that reach beyond any standard result.
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Era
After 2000
No. of items
1
Country of Origin
Netherlands
Manufacturer/ Brand
Transnatural
Model
Crust
Designer/Artist/Maker
Studio ThusThat
Material
Aluminium
Condition
As new - unused
Height
90 cm
Width
70 cm
Depth
30 cm
Estimated Period
±2022
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