First Light, Large

2024
Slipcast porcelain with handpainted detail and 24ct gild
Weight 4 kg
Dimensions 240mm (H) x 190mm (W) x 190mm (D)
Framing

$560

Rachel captures the colours of the rising sun in her brain and almost whispers this captured image onto the delicate porcelain vessel. Of course, what actually happens takes place over numerous hours: throwing, slip casting and then hand-painting on each individual piece. It is the sunrise in 3D.

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Rachel Murphy
Rachel Murphy

Rachel’s art is a poetic celebration of nature, expressed through delicate porcelain vessels. Specializing in porcelain slip casting, she captures the essence of New Zealand’s landscapes, drawing inspiration from its cliffs, mountains, and dramatic skies. The rich colours evoke the beauty of her surroundings, while the incorporation of 24k gold leaf adds a luminous, opulent quality. Rachel’s meticulous attention to detail and texture invites viewers to appreciate the interplay between form and nature, making each piece a unique reflection of the environment and its subtleties.

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