Name: Eye Lamp
Brand: Jan Ernst
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.5 (2 reviews)

Technical Data

Material: The sculptural table lamp is made of unglazed, white stoneware or terracotta clay and fired to earthenware temperatures.

Dimensions: W 70 x D 15 x H 75 cm

Weight: 18 kg

Slight variations and imperfections may apply due to a handmade production process. At OWN, we stand by these artistic choices and do not accept returns related to these intentional imperfections such as irregularities in stone or ceramics, patina on metal surfaces, wood cracking and more.

Features

Design Year: 2021

Handmade in Cape Town, South Africa

Images by Greg Cox

Edition

Made to Order
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Estimated Lead Time

6 - 8 weeks

Designed by Jan Ernst

The Eye lamp was created as an imaginary creature that embodies the physical attributes of different life forms that fascinate me. As an artist, I often get lost in a make-believe world where anything is possible, and the rules of logic don't apply.

This sculptural lamp is inspired by the by the idea of imaginary nocturnal creatures that live in the forest and come out at night. Switched off, its curious nature captures the viewer's attention as if trying to communicate through its two circular eyes. It holds a three-dimensional form with and African identity, and transforms further when the lights are switched on.

The aim is to give the viewer a glimpse into the fantasy world that exists in my mind.

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About the artist

Jan Ernst is a multidisciplinary creative specializing in functional art and spatial design using clay as his main medium. The work is driven by his fascination with natural structures such as corals, fungi and rock formations. His organic designs stem from his abstract understanding of form and space influenced by his background in architecture, his connection with the natural world and his South African heritage.

Jan Ernst