Though $4000 may seem like a hefty pricetag to put on a mirror, the 'Smolten Mirror' by New York design studio Commonwealth is more than just a reflecting device. Working together since 2005, Zoe Coombes and David Boira are known for their unusual but exceptionally intricate pieces, so it's no wonder their Smolten Mirror project was chosen to be part of the 2011 Matter 'New Americans' collection. Originally created for the 'McMasterpieces' art exhibit, where designers were asked to make items using old industrial parts, the mirror has become highly regarded as an elegant and prized collector's item.
While it might not be ideal for reapplying lipstick and checking your hair, the handcrafted silicon bronze Smolten Mirror is still a unique and extraordinary piece of contemporary artwork.
$4,000 Reflections
The Commonwealth 'Smolten Mirror' is an Elegant and Unique Work of Art
Trend Themes
1. Artwork Mirrors - Designers are using mirrors as not just a reflection device but as unique and highly prized art.
2. Industrial Art Design - Designers are incorporating industrial materials into their work of art exhibiting unusual but intricate pieces.
3. Handcrafted Sculpture Art - Art sculptures that are handcrafted are becoming the go-to for both unique and elegant pieces for collectors' items.
Industry Implications
1. Interior Design - There is an opportunity for interior designers to incorporate exquisite artisanal mirrors instead of the traditional ones.
2. Industrial Manufacturing - Industrial manufacturing companies can see an opportunity to repurpose retired industrial materials help produce unique art pieces.
3. Fine Art Collecting - Art collectors can expand their collections with unique, highly prized works of art that use industrial materials such as silicon bronze.