Michael Behrens - MaMa SAVADORE MURANO

In Behrens' sculptures the use of colors inspired by the underwater world come to the fore. Shape and structure remain in focus and define the dynamic aesthetic of the Seaforms on both a micro- and macroscopic level.

The natural and random appearance is generated by the external shape and characteristic detailed elements. The fine relief-like modeling of the outer shape, the interplay of matt and polished surfaces as well as the cell-like structures emerging from fusing the utilized glass sections. An essential part of creating a new Seaform is the sculptural work on the rigid foam model. Followed by the production of the melting molds and the arrangement of the pre-processed glass pieces in the molds. The melting- and cooling process takes place in custom-built furnaces that are located in Behrens' studio in Dusseldorf. The finish involves sandblasting, grinding and polishing.

Behrens about his work

„I began experimenting with glass in 2002. From the very beginning, I was inspired by nature, especially the alteration of the world and its perception, observed through water. Over the years this fascination led me to a profound involvement with the relationship between outer shape and content. Transferring old shapes giving way to a new expressive form language. As with every sculptor, the model is placed in a special context interrelating with its surrounding. While creating glass objects, its transparency needs to be taken into consideration as the sculpture functions as a visible space.“

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