The Altar project is born from a fascination with shrines, altars, and pedestals—sacred spaces where rituals are performed and ceremonial objects are placed. Like an altar, this collection of tables serves as a place for awe, praise, and the treasuring of daily objects within the home.
S.R.O.
2020
HAND CARVED
JALAPA TRAVERTINE MARBLE
L27 5/8 x W20 7/8 x H12 15/16 IN
L70 x W53 x H33 cm
LIMITED EDITION OF 10 + 2 AP
Part of SRO (Sacred Ritual Objects) and rooted in the profound significance of altars in Mesoamerican cultures, this work reflects on the act of devotion, in this case, to a material. EWE sought to reinterpret the altar, creating more than just a functional piece but as a collection of works that celebrate the beauty of the tools and techniques used in stone craftsmanship.
While exposing both the raw and pristine qualities of the material, EWE explores a range of possibilities in stone and a unique approach to design. The Altar collection results in a sculptural range of pieces that embody the intersection of technique, ritual, and materiality.
