Hella Jongerius - Thomas Eyck - Vase - Red White Vase, t.e. 174

The Red white Vase has become a modern classic. It is the end result of Hella Jongerius exploration of medieval pots. Hella Jongerius cast these two vessels from the moulds of restored medieval pots. The rough casting seams, along with the potter's traditional thumbprint, give the impression of antique vessels while the strong, solid forms are a clear indications of modern industry. In 1997, the year of the design, a bright red colour could no longer be used in ceramic glazes as the paint contains cadmium, which is toxic. This was one of the reasons behind the use of indu strial spraypaint as an alternative (Toyota Red) The Red White vase is in permanent collections around the world; e. g. Stedelijk Museum ‘s Hertogenbosch, Cappellini Milan, FNAC, Puteaux, Musée de Rochechouart