Exelion 2023
Materials: 3d printed wood, 3d printed metal, recycled 3d-printed plastic, earthware, , paint, acrylic, aluminium profile
Photo by Alexander Jermilov
This series of commissioned vitrines from the Exelion project offers a visual dialogue between materiality, curation, and the symbolic weight of collected objects. Drawing inspiration from classical Dutch still lifes and the historical Wunderkammer, these vitrines are more than mere containers—they serve as carefully constructed narratives where each object holds both aesthetic and conceptual significance.
Each vitrine presents a unique composition of items, blending organic forms, anatomical illustrations, and everyday artifacts. The transparent walls allow the viewer to see through the entire structure, creating a sense of depth and interplay between the objects. Inside, porcelain pitchers stand beside resin-like coral forms, while anatomical figures etched into the walls introduce a quiet commentary on the human body and the natural world. The presence of items such as candelabras and abstract sculptures further complicates the scene, evoking a sense of mystery and intrigue.
The materials are key to the experience. Glossy ceramics, textured plastics, and polished metals reflect light in different ways, drawing attention to their contrasts and inviting close inspection. Much like Dutch still lifes, these vitrines speak to themes of transience, preservation, and the layers of meaning that can be found in the mundane. Meanwhile, their connection to the Wunderkammer tradition positions them as modern cabinets of curiosity, where objects that seem unrelated come together to suggest new interpretations and connections.
In each vitrine, a yellow tag hangs—a coded artifact within the presentation that hints at the collection’s underlying logic or classification, yet keeps its true meaning deliberately ambiguous. These vitrines are not just displays but are also explorations of how materials and objects communicate, both in isolation and as part of a larger whole.
Materials: 3d printed wood, 3d printed metal, recycled 3d-printed plastic, earthware, , paint, acrylic, aluminium profile
Photo by Alexander Jermilov
This series of commissioned vitrines from the Exelion project offers a visual dialogue between materiality, curation, and the symbolic weight of collected objects. Drawing inspiration from classical Dutch still lifes and the historical Wunderkammer, these vitrines are more than mere containers—they serve as carefully constructed narratives where each object holds both aesthetic and conceptual significance.
Each vitrine presents a unique composition of items, blending organic forms, anatomical illustrations, and everyday artifacts. The transparent walls allow the viewer to see through the entire structure, creating a sense of depth and interplay between the objects. Inside, porcelain pitchers stand beside resin-like coral forms, while anatomical figures etched into the walls introduce a quiet commentary on the human body and the natural world. The presence of items such as candelabras and abstract sculptures further complicates the scene, evoking a sense of mystery and intrigue.
The materials are key to the experience. Glossy ceramics, textured plastics, and polished metals reflect light in different ways, drawing attention to their contrasts and inviting close inspection. Much like Dutch still lifes, these vitrines speak to themes of transience, preservation, and the layers of meaning that can be found in the mundane. Meanwhile, their connection to the Wunderkammer tradition positions them as modern cabinets of curiosity, where objects that seem unrelated come together to suggest new interpretations and connections.
In each vitrine, a yellow tag hangs—a coded artifact within the presentation that hints at the collection’s underlying logic or classification, yet keeps its true meaning deliberately ambiguous. These vitrines are not just displays but are also explorations of how materials and objects communicate, both in isolation and as part of a larger whole.
