tanay kandpal's ivory wood lamps reclaim south asian heritage within contemporary design

Of Returning project by Tanay Kandpal explores the impact of South Indian heritage on Memphis Movement, focusing on Channapatna craftsmanship in a publication and Atike collection of luminaires.

Atike lamps, handcrafted in India from soft Ivory wood, symbolize the toy-making craft of Channapatna, subtly illuminating with artisanal qualities.

The Memphis Movement drew inspiration from South India, seen in Ettore Sottsass' early ceramics reflecting Indian influences like the Indian Memory Series.

Sottsass' work showcases the fusion of pop art, Austrian Jungendstil Movement, and South Indian aesthetics, unveiling a rich tapestry of cultural influences in design.

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