"APFEL" is a celebration of essential forms and millenary craftsmanship. Unlike industrial supports, this tile has been entirely hand-molded from raw clay, ensuring that no two pieces are ever identical. The silhouette of the apple, a powerful archetype of nature and knowledge, is rendered with deep vitrified enamels that emerge from a pale, textured background. The double-firing process creates a sophisticated interplay between the matte porous clay and the glossy, eternal finish of the decorative elements.
The Double-Firing Alchemy: This artwork undergoes a rigorous thermal journey to achieve its unique finish. First, the hand-shaped clay is fired at 980°C to create a solid, durable substrate. Then, after the application of high-quality enamels and engobes, it is fired a second time at 960°C. This double vitrification ensures that the colors are chemically fused into the ceramic, making the artwork unalterable, light-fast, and eternal.
Technical Specifications:
Type: One-of-a-kind Hand-molded Ceramic.
Materials: Hand-shaped raw clay, Ceramic Enamels, Engobes.
Firing Process: Double-fired (980°C + 960°C).
Dimensions (unframed): 22 x 24 x 1 cm (approx. 8.7 x 9.4 x 0.4 in).
Dimensions (framed): 36 x 36 x 4 cm (approx. 14.2 x 14.2 x 1.6 in).
Weight: 0.5 kg (approx. 1.1 lbs).
Authentication: Hand-signed by the artist on the front.
Shipping & Handling:
Free Worldwide Shipping: Complimentary, fully insured, and tracked professional shipping included.
Professional Packaging: Shipped in a custom-reinforced box with specialized protection for handmade ceramics.
