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Teemu Salonen, Frutti di Mare No. 3, FI, 2023

Creator: Teemu Salonen
Offered by: Todd Merrill Studio

Description
Finnish artist Teemu Salonen challenges traditional Scandinavian design by adopting an unconventional and innovative approach. In his studio, he combines various materials and techniques to create extraordinary sculptural objects, prioritizing form over function. With a background in curating and craft design, Salonen’s artistic identity combines classical elegance with eccentricity. He constantly pushes boundaries, embraces unorthodox processes, and reinterprets materials such as fiberglass, ceramics, glass, and found objects to conceive innovative forms.

Salonen draws inspiration from diverse sources: classical design, sarcasm, kitsch, discarded debris, and the contradictions of artistic expression. His art unfolds with a dark and dreamy allure, blending sweetness with subtle menace, effortlessly combining sophistication with ostentatious flourishes. Demonstrating his nimble mastery of genres, techniques, and materials, Salonen thrives in uncharted territories, where the unknown invites opportunity.

In Salonen’s realm, artistic daring and enigmatic allure merge, challenging familiarity. His works possess an obscure charm that invites viewers into a world where the impossible becomes reality and dreams materialize.

3D-printed PLA and transparent PETG blown glass, ceramic, paint, LED, golden color canvas cord with switch
23.23h x 18.90w x 14.57d in
59h x 48w x 37d cm

More Information

Documentation:	Signed
Period:	New
Materials:	3D-printed PLA and transparent PETG blown glass, ceramic, paint, LED, golden color canvas cord with switch
Condition:	New.
Creation Date:	2023
Styles / Movements:	Modern, Contemporary, Collectible Design
Incollect Reference #:	783348

Dimensions

W.	18.9 in;	H.	23.23 in;	D.	14.57 in;
W.	48.01 cm;	H.	59 cm;	D.	37.01 cm;

Message from Seller:

Todd Merrill Studio, located at 80 Lafayette St., New York City, NY 10013, represents an international group of artists specializing in unique, groundbreaking works of collectible design that blend contemporary art, fine craft, and innovation. For inquiries, please contact us at 212.673.0531 or email info@toddmerrillstudio.com.