Cornucopia:
Cornucopia is a series of porcelain glasses in the shape of animal horns. They were designed for wine tasting and are inspired by biodynamic viticulture which applies natural potions to the vines to strengthen them. One of the main preparations requires cow horns which are buried during the winter period. The principles of biodynamics are at the crossroads of science and esotericism that are mainly used to regenerate soil life impoverished by intensive agriculture and the use of synthetic pesticides.
The design of Cornucopia glasses is reminiscent of chimerical animal horns present in the cosmogonic myths of the great civilizations. They echo the sacred rituals in honor of the fertility deities to promote abundant crops.
The Cornucopia glass sets on its glass stand. This very white porcelain is particularly translucent allowing light to pass through the ceramic to appreciate the color of the wine. The vortex shape inside the glass allows a good oxygenation of the wine when served, thus releasing its aromas and qualities for tasting. It’s an invitation to rediscover our collective imaginations of nature and re-enchant our relationship to farmlands to envision a sustainable, livable future.
Cornucopia is a Carte Blanche offered to me by Béatrice Divita, curator of the Festival Weekend of Design and Arts in Juan-les-Pins, whose theme was "When design goes green". Canceled due to COVID this year, the event will be held from December 3-5, 2021.
Related info:
Soulwines
Domaine Piccard
Association ARB
Fondation Bruckner
Photos credits:
Sandra Pointet
