A Study 001 - Blæhr Vase

Photography and video production
Client New Works

A Study is a creative venture by New Works celebrating the honesty of quality craftsmanship, materials and the artisans hand. The series presents a safe space to challenge the industry and to follow their passions.

The first in the series, A Study 001 - Blæhr Vase brings together the glass blower Anders Raad with up and coming Danish designer Linnea Ek Blæhr. The result of this collaboration is a mouth blown glass vase with an organic shape: Blæhr Vase.

Designer Linnea Ek Blæhr
Artisan / Glass Blower Anders Raad
Creative Director Knut Bendik Humlevik
Photographer & Videographer Anne-Sophie Rosenvinge

A Study 001 begins its journey on the outskirts of Copenhagen. Surrounded by the smell of steaming hot glass against timber moulds - the relentless heat of the furnace, you will find the master glass blower Anders Ruud hard at work. His workshop stands as a reminder of the once thriving industry within Denmark. While other artisans have dissipated, Anders’ unique understanding of glass allows him to remain relevant and revered in the industry today.

A Study 001 brings together Anders Ruud with up and coming Danish designer Linnea Ek Blæhr. With Anders being a family friend of Linnea's parents, their friendship is a testament to the power of close collaboration. An understanding of each others role; the designer to challenge the artisan, the artisan to assist and advise – ultimately bringing to life a truly special object.

The Blæhr Vase tests the boundaries of mouth blown glass with a timber moulded form that grows with each edition. An organic object that pushes and pulls the hot glass to take a unique and irregular form. Reflections hit the undulating exterior of the vase; complete with bubbles and streaks lifted from the timber mould, to create a centre-piece with depth and character.