Bonnie Bishoff and J.M. Syron made this mahogany-and-polymer-clay-veneered "Sea and Sky Altar Coffer," for "Inspired by China, Contemporary Furnituremakers Explore Chinese Traditions," an exhibit which brings together 29 stellar examples of historic Chinese furniture, with 28 works made specifically for the exhibition at the Peabody Essex Museum in Salem, Massachusetts.
There's a great companion web site that tells all about the show. It's exciting to hear Bonnie talk about her technique in the "Voices of the Makers" section. You'll find her talking in the "The Journey" video section and it's worth a listen.
The exhibition is filled with diverse interpretations of Chinese culture and tradition. It opened November 11 in Salem, Massachusetts and travels to the Museum of Art in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, on Nov. 30, 2007 until March 31, 2008.
Nancy Travers ,
Anyone recognize what kind of pasta machine that is in Bonnie’s video? thanks, nt
Jenn Dorion ,
Looks like an Imperia 220.
Cool, eh?
anuska ,
I just discovered your blog and I love it. Very creative. Will be back to visit often
Kristen Maki ,
Wonderful blog. It is always nice to look at others work for ideas. I love your use of color, especially the lime and aqua piece. Thank you for sharing! I do more crafting then actual art. Your space here is definately inspirational.