Jewellery designer Rikke Lunnemann's “The golden plaster” is named winner of the Danish Arts and Crafts Association price 'Håndfuglen' in the category of Best New Product 2010. A plaster/bandage covered with 24 ct. gold leaf.
The plaster is challenging the traditional decoration of the body and also sends a strong signal to the purchase-and-throw-away culture. In its simplicity the work of art points to our tendency to rapid purchases, which are subsequently thrown away as fashion changes.
Rikke Lunnemann found inspiration in her daughter's use of children’s plasters with princess decorations. "For children it is important that the plaster can be seen and that it is noticed by others. It made me think whether adults could use this everyday product as decoration and not just as a practical thing" tells Lunnemann who has developed the golden plaster covered with 24 ct. gold leaf; used on festive occasions. Rikke is a keen user of the plaster - also with cocktail dresses. "You can always simulate an injury......"
Her jewellery collection consists of simple, feminine and sustainable jewellery.
Facts about Rikke Lunnemann; Educated jewellery designer from Citi Lit Art College, London in 2004. Participated at Origin - The London Craft Fair in 2009 (at Origin the top of British crafts are exhibited, all exhibitors must be selected through a judging panel). Again this year Rikke has been selected to exhibit at this prestigious exhibition, which runs from 23 - 29 September. Her jewellery can also be seen at the exhibition "5 for Silver, 6 Gold" at RBSA Gallery in Birmingham from 15 November to 7 January 2011. In Denmark the jewellery can be seen at Frue Plads Market from 12 - 14 August and at DOK#1 in Aalborg from 3 - 4 September.
Her jewellery are sold at in Denmark at the Museum of Art and Design, Gallery Hoff in Copenhagen, Dina Vejling in Odense and at the Museum Trapholt in Kolding
Foto by Dorte Krogh
