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    Sculpture Scandinavian design Tapio Wirkkala

    This creation called “Lunar Landscape” was published by Christofle, Gallia in 1959.

    Tapio Wirkkala was one of the greatest post-war Finnish designers. He created all his early works using a traditional knife called the puukkos. His creative range and versatility have enabled him to create bank notes for the Finnish state, a famous bottle of vodka (Finland brand) as well as many accessories kitchen designer. Read the rest of this entry »

    Trick the eye

    Trompe l’oeil is a French term meaning “trick the eye” and describes a painting that deceives. This style of painting has his roots going back to antiquity. Apart from their decorative function, trompe l’oeils are often intended to be humorous or astonishing, and one well-known story depicts apprentices who would paint coins on the floor of Rembrandt’s studio for the pleasure of watching him try to pick them up!

    A good trompe l’oeil mural can blur the boundary between fantasy and reality, making the viewer believe he or she is looking out on a delightful landscape, even from the confines of a windowless room. More than just a visual joke, however, these “tricks” can be used in interiors to enhance a dull corner or transform walls into a room with a view. Read the rest of this entry »

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    Trees of synthesis, from coast to coast

    Taking a tour across the country looking for a tree to celebrate the Christmas holiday. Wound up making several glorious stops. Found Artificial Christmas Tree, which I thought you know, real balsam trees couldn't support much weight, but these trees are beautiful. From the coast of California to the Rockies, we travel beyond to Smoky Mountains and finally wind up in Vermont. I learned other detours were possible, including Alaska, the Adirondacks and the Berkshires, but everywhere you go, you find their trees.

    Many sizes available, ranging from Christmas elf-height to something more approaching Yuletide giant. Too, a special shape for skyscraper-dwellers who need to slice their trees footprint without performing grotesque surgeries. We have seen many unusual designs, but I do not remember seeing a topiary tree for the season before. We do not expect innovation for something so traditional, but it will seem uniquely right for some...and the needles are a work of craftsmanship, even those with piney ridges and all the trimmings (but no turkeys here, instead wreaths, garlands, skirts, ornaments, and of course, lights lights lights....)

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