He sank into a deep slumber. When he was awake again, an array of empty glasses was posed on the grand table. This is how ‘United Crystal Woods’ took shape.

After Paris and Milan, renowned Dutch designer Marcel Wanders (former Droog Design member, Moooi founder) joins Baccarat (previous collaborators was Jamie Hayón) to collaborate on United Crystal Woods collection. It does not disappoint — the lovingly crafted items are flamboyant, lyrical and inspired.

Taking three years to research on material, light and design detail, the four series of United Crystal Woods capture the beauty of nature — Forest of Dreams (La Forêt des Songes) crystal candlesticks and vases reflect Baccarat’s expertise and style in crystals; Kings of Forest (Les Rois de la Forêt) features four majestic, clear crystal vases that resemble the monarchs; Wanders, a self-proclaimed hedonist of great wines, infuses his talents and humour into Woods of Euphoria (L’Ivresse des Bois) wine glasses by engraving them with his favourite clown’s nose seal. Spirits of the Woods (Les Esprits des Bois) interprets the silhouette of deer into a candelabra.

Marcel Wanders United Crystal Woods is now showcased at Lane Crawford home store. Other pieces from the series will be available at Lane Crawford Times Square and Lane Crawford Canton Road.

ABOUT MARCEL WANDERS
Born in Boxtel, The Netherlands, Marcel Wanders graduated from School of the Arts Arnhem in 1988. His claim to fame was the Knotted chair Wanders designed for Droog Design in 1996. Having designed for some of the best European design companies such as B&B Italia, Bisazza, Boffi, Cappellini, Flos, Moroso, Poliform and Moooi, Wanders have been focusing on furniture design in recent years. He has also been taking part in many architectural and interior project, the most celebrated ones being Kameha Grand Hotel in Germany (known for its exceptional silhouette and lighting); the Mondrian South Beach Hotel in Miami (inspired by hyper reality); Thor restaurant in New York and JVC Building in Mexico (with its cactus-like appearance). Wander’s work has been exhibited around the world, including Museum of Modern Art in New York and San Francisco, V&A in London and Museum of Decorative Arts Copenhagen.

Text: THINK SILLY | Translation: dilettante | Photo Courtesy: Lane Crawford | Update: 21 May 2010

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