Twin Rocks
Collection: Nothing New Under the Sun
A series of one-off displays sculpted from anthracite and casted in Aluminum
Nothing New Under the Sun / Twin Rock Shelves
Anthracite Coal and Aluminium
Dimensions Various:
S: ± 15cm × 7cm × 7cm
M: ± 15cm × 10cm × 10cm
L: ± 20cm × 15cm × 15cm
Nothing New Under the Sun explores a desire to imitate nature by presenting a series of small dual displays. Sculpted from anthracite and subsequently casted in aluminum, each twin “shelve” is unique and can be used to display any precious or peculiar object. Unlike the widely applied marbles, travertine and onyxes, this material has a specific “aura” which is comparable to the Chinese scholar’s rock (gongshi). It is a stone shaped by natural forces, which is appreciated for its particular appearance.
The process of casting is a means of reproduction which has the power to turn chaotic realities into seemingly coherent narratives. Whilst the original coal rock is unique and permanent, the casted aluminum rock is transitory and reproducible. By placing them next to each other Nothing New Under the Sun stimulates a series of thoughts. Together they celebrate the surrealistic transformational processes of nature.