RUBUS
Material Porcelain, engobes
Finishing Matte
Sizes (cm) 17 X 8 X 37
Weight (g) 1020
Designed in 2021
Collection Anatomika
Lead Time: 30 days
RUBUS is a pair of sculptural porcelain hands, upright and open, each coated in a delicate matte ivory glaze and adorned with a dramatic black branch motif that flows organically across the surfaces. Standing approximately 35 cm tall, these hands are mirrored in form—left and right—each one anatomically refined, yet elevated into a striking canvas for nature-inspired abstraction.
The defining feature of this piece lies in the high-contrast branch pattern that traverses the surface. The motif appears like a thicket or network of thorny vines, climbing across palms, fingers, and wrists with irregular grace. This intricate pattern is hand-painted, allowing for variation and depth that amplifies the tactile quality of the work.
With a matte finish, the porcelain absorbs light, enhancing the softness of its contours and the tension of the linear black design. The contrast between the smooth ivory base and the bold, dark pattern creates a visual rhythm that is both graphic and lyrical—organic, yet highly controlled.
Styling & Placement Recommendations
Minimalist Interiors:
Display the pair as a symmetrical focal point on a clean console or within a niche. Their verticality introduces balance and quiet symbolism into neutral spaces.
Contemporary or Gallery-Like Settings:
Place under directional lighting to emphasise the surface detail and shadow play between fingers and pattern. They become sculptural artefacts—part body, part botanical illustration.
Eclectic or Textural Rooms:
Style with natural elements like twisted branches, rough ceramics, or soft textiles to amplify the tension between human anatomy and wilderness imagery.
Hospitality & Boutique Spaces:
Position at reception desks or styling counters as eye-catching sculptural objects that convey both refinement and a hint of mystery.
Why Designers Choose MANI ROVO
Symbolic Contrast: The open hand—often a symbol of giving or receiving—becomes entangled in a graphic vine motif, suggesting themes of nature, struggle, or resilience.
Dual Presence: As a pair, the hands offer compositional symmetry and narrative balance—ideal for styling in mirrored or opposing placements.
Surface Expression: Matte ivory and sharp black detailing offer visual texture and high design impact without the need for colour.
Conversation Piece: This work holds conceptual weight while maintaining a sculptural elegance, making it ideal for emotionally resonant, contemporary interiors.
Styling Tip: Position the pair against a black or neutral backdrop and cast light from the side to reveal depth between the fingers and branches. For a dramatic setting, allow space around them to let their quiet presence stand uninterrupted.
MANI ROVO is not just a sculptural object—it’s a visual dialogue between anatomy and nature, openness and entanglement. Perfect for interiors that invite emotion, contrast, and handcrafted storytelling.
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