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Alba

Product catalog summary

Introduction
The document introduces the Alba vase, designed by Anna Kraitz, highlighting the seamless blend between art and domestic utility in her work. The vase is a reflection of Kraitz's unique design philosophy, where everyday objects are transformed into personal and unique pieces.

Design Philosophy
Anna Kraitz's designs often incorporate belts, plaits, and buttons, symbolizing her identity and the concept of gathering and defining the ever-changing world. The Alba vase exemplifies this with its human-like form and leather belt detail, making it both an art object and a functional item.

Product Specifications

Material: Porcelain vase with a leather belt and metal buckle.
Dimensions: Diameter 14 cm, Height 24 cm (Diameter 5.5", Height 10").
Colors: Available in white or celadon porcelain.
Care Instructions: Vase is dishwasher safe; leather belt should not be washed.
Availability: September 2015.
Price: €69.

Designer Background
Anna Kraitz is a prominent Swedish designer with a background in Hungary and Gothenburg. She graduated from Beckmans College of Design in 1999 and has collaborated with notable clients like Källemo and Svenskt Tenn. Her accolades include the Bruno Mathsson prize and Swedish Plaza Magazine's "Designer of the Year" award.

Conclusion
The Alba vase is a testament to Anna Kraitz's ability to infuse everyday objects with artistic value, making them both functional and aesthetically pleasing.

Catalog excerpts

Alba vase Designed by Anna Kraitz Scandinavian Design.

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Alba vase Designed by Anna Kraitz The boundary between an art object and something for domestic use is not always obvious and in Anna Kraitz’s products it is often almost totally eradicated. Belts are a recurring detail in her designs, together with plaits and buttons: “Together they form a symbol of me myself, a sort of self-portrait. But I also use the belt as a symbol for gathering together and defining the shapeless and rapidly changing world that we live in at the moment.” The ‘Alba’ vase is based on a larger model that Anna produced for an exhibition: a porcelain vase with a vaguely human...

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Portrait: Dan Sjunnesson Studio CA Anna Kraitz “Everyday life inspires me. Sometimes I want to share trivial observations. Other times the topics seem more existential. But mostly, the simple, small and everyday matters the most.” Anna Kraitz is one of Sweden’s leading contemporary designers, with clients such as Källemo, Svenskt Tenn, and Almedahls. She also runs her own label. Anna trained in Hungary and at the Pernby School of Painting in Gothenburg. She graduated from Beckmans College of Design in 1999 and has since worked as a furniture and product designer. Anna has received numerous awards...

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Images on this page: Olivia Jeczmyk

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