Chrome Heart V.1 is a sculptural porcelain vase in a single color, with a drip that shifts from off-white to pink. John Nordenstein works with different materials to explore each one’s qualities, such as thickness, viscosity, glossiness and transparency, so the pieces are not painted in the traditional sense. Instead, the work grows over the course of many layers.
The idea comes from a fascination with things melting or dripping away, along with an interest in upcycling: giving something old a new, unique and colorful touch.
The drip changes color when exposed to sunlight and specific levels of UV radiation. Under ultraviolet rays it shifts from almost colorless to vivid hues, and once the direct UV source is gone it returns to being colorless.
The piece is signed by the artist on the bottom. As with all handmade objects, small imperfections and color variations may occur.
Customization is available on request.
| Piece Weight (kg) | 1 |
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| Production Year | 2023 |
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| Design Class | Unique Pieces |
| Dimensions LxWxH | 22x15x15cm (9x6x6'') |
