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Shock proof

Shock Proof is a collection of existing vases upon which Tjep. has applied the Do Break principle.

When broken the vases don't fall apart and remain watertight because of a special rubber coating that is applied to the inside. The cracks form a new superimposed decorative pattern, witness to dramatic events to which the vases may be subjected: anything from a lovers quarrel to earthquakes.

The first Shock Proof collection was presented at the ACME Gallery in LA (April 2006) and realized upon special request of curator John Geresi. LA seemed to be a very suitable location to introduce the concept as the region is subject to frequent and sometimes intense seismic activity.

Individual pieces:

Shock Proof Blossom
designed by Wieki Somers,
Shock Proofed by Tjep.

Shock Proof Egg Vase
designed by Marcel Wanders,
Shock Proofed by Tjep.

Shock Proof Jonsberg
designed by Hella Jongerius,
Shock Proofed by Tjep.

Shock Proof Vase of Phases
designed by Dror Benshetrit,
Shock Proofed and than really broken by Tjep.

Materials
Ceramics / Polyurethane rubber

Date: January 2006

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