A portrait of the endangered and carnivorous American Pitcher Plant, native to both Illinois and Texas. The Pitcher Plant Lamp was created for Americas Restaurant in Riveroaks, for the fourth collaboration of Mozer and Chef Michael Cordua exploring the Americas through fine-dining in Houston.
PROCESS + MATERIALS
The Pitcher Plant Lamp was hand carved in maple and then cast in 95% recycled red bronze. It was hand-polished and then bathed in acid and flames. Its wiring has a UL label and employs a 20-watt MR-11 halogen lamp. Made entirely in Chicago circa 2010.
DIMENSIONS
H 11 in. x W 6.75 in. x D 8 in.
(H 27.94 cm. x W 17.15 cm. x D 20.32 cm.)
DATE OF DESIGN/ MANUFACTURE
2008/2010
VARIATIONS
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CREDITS
In Situ photos of Americas River Oaks in Houston by Doug Snower. Photos of maquette study by Eliza Mozer. Pencil drawing Pitcher Plant lamp studies by Jordan Mozer. White background shots courtesy of Wright Auctions.