Everything old can be useful and new again, according to Mike Karmin, who resurrects old Russian mines. With an aquatic marine style and antique flair, this one-of-a-kind furniture is truly for the subversive and marine loving individuals.
For Estonian sculptor Mike Karmin, giving life to old naval mines began a mere five years go. Amidst designing bar cabinets, bathtubs, fireplaces, chandeliers, desks and chairs, a beautiful new antique aquatic lifestyle was born. The entire collection of furniture comprises only the two most basic forms of mines - the cylinder and the hemisphere.
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Explosive Naval Furniture
Mike Karmin Gives Life to Old Russian AGSB-Type Sea Mines
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Industry Implications
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