Synthesegerät (Synthesis Device)
Caulen Heil
July 2020
Pewter / Brass / Oak
4” x 4” x 2”
Synthese
[zʏnˈteːzə]
Noun
the composition or combination of parts or elements so as to form a whole
Gerät
[ɡəˈrɛːt]
Noun
piece of equipment; device; gadget; implement; appliance
Concept
This pendant is emblematic of the convergence of industrial & organic design; this world’s natural order synthesized with industry. It is a device which envisions humanity’s creative spirit making peace with its world. With forests the key device which combats humanity’s carbon footprint it would only make sense for a piece of the forest to join with us to make a world habitable for all.
Exhibitions:
“Material Synthesis”
Jenkins School of Art and Design
East Carolina University
12 January 2023 - 15 Januray 2023
“Penn State Creates”
Palmer Museum of Art
Pennsylvania State University
9 April 2021 - 31 May 2021