Torunn Måseidvåg – keramikk

This dynamic look at Nordic design and craft aims to explain how Norwegian and northern European creativity is bound by a new folk language, working towards a redefinition of craft today and a reinterpretation of design for tomorrow.

I was asked to make a new design for the exhibition, based in the traditional ornamental folklore that I am so facinated by. The resault was a group of three pieces with a tulip pattern. Inspiration was drawn both from the traditional folklore of Norway as well as treasured motifs from Turkish pottery during the 17th Century.

In addition three bowls and a cup with a white achantus pattern was on display. It was placed in a cupboard made by Piet Hein Eek, together with other ceramic works. I wouldn’t mind taking that cupboard home with me at all ...

The exhibition A World of Folk will be curated by Paris-based international trend forecaster, exhibit maker and Design Academy Eindhoven Chairwoman Li Edelkoort, as part of Stavanger2008’s programme of activities during the city’s year as European Capital of Culture.

July 5-October 5, 2008. Gravarsveien 32, Sandnes.