July 1-31, 2016
Artist’s Reception: Friday July 1, 6-8pm
A showcase of recent works by Vienna-based designer Florian Ladstaetter. With designs that range from simple beaded necklaces to dramatic sculptural body adornments, Ladstaetter’s pieces bring several concepts together with a wealth of references, theories, contexts and inspirations.
The German born artist grew up in Austria, where he completed a Diploma in Advanced Metal Design from the University of Applied Arts Vienna, before returning to Germany to study Philosophy in Munich. His jewelry has been featured in numerous international publications such as W magazine, San Francisco magazine, AnOther magazine, Japanese Vogue, Dazed&Confused and i-D. Ladstaetter’s work can also be found in the collections of the University and Museum of Applied Arts (Vienna), the Museum of Technique (Vienna), the Austrian Ministry of Culture and Education, and the Victoria & Albert Museum (London).
Florian Ladstaetter, Detail, Hand Painted Wood Bead Necklaces
Florian Ladstaetter, Necklace, hand painted wooden beads
Florian Ladstaetter, Carved Wood Necklace, Walnut, Maple, sterling silver plated brass chain
Florian Ladstaetter, Sculpture Necklace (and inspiration), silver plated carved wood.
Florian Ladstaetter, Sculpture Necklace, silver plated carved wood. Featured in the June 2016 issue of San Francisco magazine, worn by Juanita More.
Florian Ladstaetter, Necklace, hand painted wooden beads, pearls
Florian Ladstaetter, Brooch, carved maple wood, pearls
Florian Ladstaetter, Large Sculpture Necklace (and inspiration), silver plated carved wood, polyester rope
Florian Ladstaetter, Necklace, hand painted wooden beads
Florian Ladstaetter, Seedbead Triple Necklace, polyester cord wrapped in glass seedbead strands
Florian Ladstaetter, Wood Bangle, Carved Walnut
Florian Ladstaetter, Pendant, acrylic and glass
Florian Ladstaetter, Rings, Brass with ruthenium plating
Florian Ladstaetter, Detail, Glass, Plastic, Lave Bead Necklaces
Florian Ladstaetter, Pendant, acrylic and glass
Florian Ladstaetter, Large Sculpture Necklaces (Installation), Silver plated carved wood, polyester rope
Florian Ladstaetter, Multi Necklace (detail), Glass and acrylic beads
Florian Ladstaetter, Necklace, hand painted wooden beads
Florian Ladstaetter, Wood Necklace, Painted pine wood, polyester cord