JOHANNES KUHNEN

This work differs from the finalist entry in the Loewe Craft Prize and the earlier Fink award entry not only through the colour and material combination but more importantly through the increased angles and off sets in the sidewall panels. This change allows a stronger reflection from the base to the side wall.

The vessel form is a continuation of the segmented tray and vessel forms that I have investigated since 1985, with the major change in the development of this work being the replacement of the heavy carved aluminium sides through thin and light titanium panels.

Johannes Kuhnen is one of Australia’s most recognised silversmiths and a pioneer in the use of anodised aluminium. Johannes has exhibited widely throughout Australia and overseas and is a current finalist in the Loewe Foundation Craft Prize. His work is held in both public and private collections.

Remnant Green, 2023
Titanium anodised aluminium, gold 333, stainless steel
482mm L x 404mm W x 216mm H
$42,000