Blood Type

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Year: 2024 Photo: Šimon Roubal Blood Type is a wall object that interacts with light. This is the central motif of this project. Its fluid glass cut-outs create a dynamic and ever- changingcolour spectrum. This creation exploits the properties of optical glass and pushes the boundaries of human vision, evoking a sense of mysticism and optical illusions. It invites us to question the authenticity of our perception, a timeless theme that has intrigued philosophers across the ages. The work pays tribute to the tradition of Czech glassmaking. The precision of its cuts is made possible by a unique technique, a skill handed down in Bohemia for generations. Technical description of the workThe work is first cut from a large optical block of glass (approximately 50 kg) into an approximate shape.It is then hand-carved into a precise shape in the rough. The piece is then long sanded in several stages to a surface quality we call fine sand. And only then is the piece polished to a very fine surface texture that creates a sort of matte, mysterious finish. Material: object (hand cut optical glass) Color: Spectrum Height: 550mm Width: 250mmDepth: 140mm Show more