![]() ![]() In the thin, chilling mist we welcome that first ray of day. THE ROAD OF THE POETIC: 2009/ Autumn-Winter The process of design is an eternal state of SHIATZY CHEN: a unique balance of lust and resilience. Deconstruction, evolution, transformation. Porcelain, developed from soft kaolin clay, fired at violent temperatures becomes a substance of ultimate desire. A true master creates in harmony and looks for the ecstasy of Zen in an orgy of chaos. The moment of calmness after a typhoon or storm, when nature reflects and man is powerless. SHIATZY CHEN strives for the Zen moment of perfection. Hand painting of calligraphy by masters, create a scene that dance to poetic verses. The embroidery, rich in detail, enhances the look with a subtle playfulness. The form and volumes of profile give the vessels new breath. The silhouette of contrasts of billowing lengths and short cropped skirts and shorts give a modern twist and excitement. The color palette with intensified hues–Oxblood, Celadon, Blanc de Blanc, Claire de Lune and Peach Blossom – are a tribute to the past with modern glaze and tints. The arts of SHIATZY CHEN can be appreciated through their delicate details. The concept references an iconic vase – fragile yet hard, permanent yet perishable, coveted but deconstructed. The vessels take shape on the Paris runway - the elongated forms, the fine patina, the glazed color palette, the details of collars, shoulders and silhouette always sculptural and detailed in cutting and form. Fine porcelain from the Song dynasty has been the benchmark of refinement, elegance and taste. ![]() The inspiration of the S/S 2009 Collection that premieres today at École Nationale Supérieure des Beaux-Arts reinforces the high arts of China.įor centuries, porcelain has been the object of desire for Emperors of the Forbidden Palaces and courts of Europe. SHIATZY CHEN has always been on the crosscurrent of transformation–from the traditions of Chinese classics to today’s Parisian street vocabulary. ![]()
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