amor matris

2023

amor matris is a porcelain work that addresses the theme of a personal grief process. Three objects symbolize the loss of a loved one through their unique shapes, colors, and manufacturing techniques. Each stands individually, yet together they form a cohesive whole.
They serve as a dignified storage for inherited jewelry, associated with special memories and emotions. Thus, the bowls become a fitting place to preserve objects that remind one of beloved deceased individuals.
amor matris is emotionally touching while also being aesthetically and functionally appealing. The bowls cradle jewelry in cushions and, with their protective form, provide a serene space for laying down or storing items. The delicate porcelain honors the emotional value of the contents.

seperatio

isolation

seperatio initially appears unwelcoming due to its rough surface and heavy demeanor. In contrast to its closed form, a smooth interior cradles jewelry securely and sheltered. The loss of a loved one can manifest in the form of apathy and isolation. Therefore, sensitive handling of affected individuals is necessary, as these reactions stem from a profound inner pain.

remedium

healing

remedium is cast in a deep blue porcelain, intersected with golden veins. The form provides a sheltered yet accessible space for inherited jewelry. The applied Japanese Kintsugi technique suggests that breaks in an object can be a part of its history and beauty. The painfully experienced loss can be accepted and considered an integral part of life.

confido

trust

confido is a broken bowl, its missing fragments compensated by a tense network of threads. It is openly accessible and does not hide its apparent fragility. This illustrates the process of opening up to others, seeking and accepting trust and support. The breakages reveal pain and loss, but at the same time, they present the opportunity for the emergence of connection and empathy.