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THONGWEED SEAWEED ARCH (framed)

£200.00

Handcrafted using the beautiful Thongweed seaweed foraged from the shores of Loch Sunart – overlooked by the Borradill cabins – this unique seaweed arch cast captures the delicate beauty of the Ardnamurchan shoreline. Artist Katy Eccles created this piece during her residency at Borradill, selecting botanical specimens on walks through the surrounding woods and coast to produce a special series of six limited-edition botanical casts exclusive to the location. Each cast is exclusive to Borradill and reflects the distinct character of its landscape.

Each cast is made entirely by hand using a unique technique that preserves the fine textures and forms of natural plant life. The seaweed’s intricate details are first captured in clay, then cast in plaster to create a lasting botanical imprint.

Intaglio plaster casts are available either unframed (with a built-in hanging device) or professionally framed in a choice of Tuscan Red (Little Greene) or Deep Ochre (Miso by Graphenstone) finishes.

Framed: H25 x W19 cm

Unframed: H20 x W14 cm

LEAD TIME: These editions are hand made to order. Depending on availability please expect up to a 4 week lead time for unframed editions and 6 weeks for framed editions.

Handcrafted using the beautiful Thongweed seaweed foraged from the shores of Loch Sunart – overlooked by the Borradill cabins – this unique seaweed arch cast captures the delicate beauty of the Ardnamurchan shoreline. Artist Katy Eccles created this piece during her residency at Borradill, selecting botanical specimens on walks through the surrounding woods and coast to produce a special series of six limited-edition botanical casts exclusive to the location. Each cast is exclusive to Borradill and reflects the distinct character of its landscape.

Each cast is made entirely by hand using a unique technique that preserves the fine textures and forms of natural plant life. The seaweed’s intricate details are first captured in clay, then cast in plaster to create a lasting botanical imprint.

Intaglio plaster casts are available either unframed (with a built-in hanging device) or professionally framed in a choice of Tuscan Red (Little Greene) or Deep Ochre (Miso by Graphenstone) finishes.

Framed: H25 x W19 cm

Unframed: H20 x W14 cm

LEAD TIME: These editions are hand made to order. Depending on availability please expect up to a 4 week lead time for unframed editions and 6 weeks for framed editions.

 

KATY ECCLES’ TOUR DOCUMENTING THE COAST OF THE BRITISH ISLES

Description from Katy about the collection:

“The idea for this project was inspired by my love of Grand Tour intaglio collections and the practice of young aristocratic men collecting small plaster intaglios on their travels through Europe in the 18th century. These pieces were often mounted in books or cases and displayed as souvenirs of their adventures, showcasing the artworks and decorative objects they encountered along the way.

I’ve decided to embark on my own version of the Grand Tour, focusing on the UK. But rather than following in the footsteps of these aristocratic men, I’m taking a more personal approach, with a focus on female ownership of this tradition. My goal is to capture the flora and fauna of Britain through the art of flower casting, creating a visual record of the seasonal life of the landscapes I visit.”