The
BOTANIC SHAPES
Series
The BOTANIC SHAPES Series
is rooted in the vision of
combining interior design and fine art,
bridging the gap between the two
by integrating works of art into homes
in unexpected ways.
Artisanal ceramic art
with a purpose
The currently available BACCHUS collection is made for those entwined in the world of wine, consisting of ceramic art pieces and illustrations portraying grapes, vines and other related subjects.
A common theme in this series is the full utilization of
the three-dimensionality of the space surrounding a piece of art; these artworks were designed to crawl around doorways and walls, and over the edges of shelves — just like real vines growing on a trellis or the wall of a building.
Each piece is made to order and customization is always an option if you’d like something in a different shape, size or colour.
Visits to botanical gardens, along with the study of
scientific illustrations and Art Nouveau posters of
the late 1800s have provided endless inspiration and molded
the visual and conceptual framework of this series.
Helmi Levo
Artisanal ceramic art
with a purpose
The BOTANIC SHAPES Series
is rooted in the vision of
combining interior design and fine art,
bridging the gap between the two
by integrating works of art into homes
in unexpected ways.
The currently available BACCHUS collection is made for those
entwined in the world of wine, consisting of ceramic art pieces and illustrations portraying grapes, vines and other related subjects.
A common theme in this series is the full utilization of
the three-dimensionality of the space surrounding a piece of art;
these artworks were designed to crawl around doorways and walls; and
over the edges of shelves — just like real vines growing on a trellis or
the wall of a building.
Each piece is made to order and customization is always an option if you’d like something in a different shape, size or colour.
Visits to botanical gardens, along with the study of
scientific illustrations and Art Nouveau posters of
the late 1800s have provided endless inspiration and molded
the visual and conceptual framework of this series.
Helmi Levo
BACCHUS
Collection
The
BACCHUS
The
Collection
“Wine is bottled poetry”
-Robert Louis Stevenson
Domesticated thousands of years ago, the common grape vine (Vitis vinifera)
has provided us with various culinary pleasures for millennia, with the oldest winery in the world, located in Armenia, dating back more than 6000 years.
Often portrayed through Bacchus (also known as Dionysus), the god of wine-making and festivity in ancient Greece, this plant has inspired artists of many disciplines to create art from poems and paintings to songs and sculptures.
“Wine is bottled poetry”
-Robert Louis Stevenson
Domesticated thousands of years ago, the common grape vine (Vitis vinifera) has provided us with various culinary pleasures for millennia, with the oldest winery in the world, located in Armenia, dating back more than 6000 years.
Often portrayed through Bacchus (also known as Dionysus), the god of wine-making and festivity in ancient Greece, this plant has inspired artists of many disciplines to create art from poems and paintings to songs and sculptures.
VITIS
Material: Dark stoneware clay; glaze; metal wire
Price: 60€ per segment
For those with a sophisticated taste and love for good wine.
The Vitis (Latin for ‘vine’) piece consists of separate ~40 cm (~16 inch) long ceramic segments linked together with metal rings. This grants the artwork some flexibility, allowing it to be set over the edges of bookshelves or bent around doorways, or simply hung on a wall in a straight line. The metal parts are hidden behind leaves to create the illusion of a continuous structure.
Ideal for a winery, vineyard, wine bar or cellar to create an inviting atmosphere, potentially cover up aesthetically suboptimal structures and communicate an appreciation of artisanal handcraft and culture to visitors.
The vine is formed from dark brown Spanish stoneware clay with intricate details to resemble a real plant, and left unglazed to retain its coarse, organic texture. Each Vitis piece is unique due to the artisanal crafting process that is completed entirely by hand by the artist, without the use of molds. Each segment is signed on the back.
Made to order, in any requested length.
Designed to be paired with, but sold separately from the Vinifera grapes. See below.
For those with a sophisticated taste and love for good wine.
The Vitis (Latin for ‘vine’) piece consists of separate ~40 cm (~16 inch) long ceramic segments linked together with metal rings. This grants the artwork some flexibility, allowing it to be set over the edges of bookshelves or bent around doorways, or simply hung on a wall in a straight line. The metal parts are hidden behind leaves to create the illusion of a continuous structure.
Ideal for a winery, vineyard, wine bar or cellar to create an inviting atmosphere, potentially cover up aesthetically suboptimal structures and communicate an appreciation of artisanal handcraft and culture to visitors.
The vine is formed from dark brown Spanish stoneware clay with intricate details to resemble a real plant, and left unglazed to retain its coarse, organic texture. Each Vitis piece is unique due to the artisanal crafting process that is completed entirely by hand by the artist, without the use of molds. Each segment is signed on the back.
Made to order, in any requested length.
Designed to be paired with, but sold separately from the Vinifera grapes. See below.
VITIS
Material: Dark stoneware clay; glaze; metal wire
Price: 60€ per segment
What’s your drink of choice?
The leaves can be customized to the shape of your preferred cultivar.
What’s your drink of choice?
The leaves can be customized to the shape of your preferred cultivar.
VINIFERA
Material: Stoneware clay; glaze
Price: 65€
The Vinifera artwork is an elegant imitation of a cluster of grapes, adding a touch of boheme luxury to any dinner table or wine tasting event.
While originally designed to be paired with Vitis, these grapes are works of art on their own and can be presented in a variety of ways. Suggested usage includes dinner table and charcuterie board adornation*, wine tasting event props, and wall and shelf decoration.
Each Vinifera piece is unique due to the artisanal crafting process that is completed entirely by hand by the artist, without the use of molds.
Signed on the back.
Made to order.
*Please read the section on food safety below.
Colour options
Red, Green, Blue
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There is variation in the sizing between individual Vitifera pieces, but these are the approximate measurements:
Metric
Length: 15 cm + 3-5 cm from the leaf
Width: 10 cm
Imperial
Length: 6 inches + 1-2 from the leaf
Width: 4 inches -
Please note that while this artwork can be used in table decoration, it is not suitable for direct contact with food items. According to the manufacturer of the glaze, the glazing is non-toxic but due to the subtle crackle effect, moisture and small particles may become trapped making it non-food safe.
The Vinifera artwork is an elegant imitation of a cluster of grapes, adding a touch of boheme luxury to any dinner table or wine tasting event.
While originally designed to be paired with Vitis, these grapes are works of art on their own and can be presented in a variety of ways. Suggested usage includes dinner table and charcuterie board adornation*, wine tasting event props, and wall and shelf decoration.
Each Vinifera piece is unique due to the artisanal crafting process that is completed entirely by hand by the artist, without the use of molds.
Signed on the back.
Made to order.
*Please read the section on food safety below.
VINIFERA
Material: Stoneware clay; glaze
Price: 65€
Colour options
Red, Green, Blue
-
There is variation in the sizing between individual Vitifera pieces, but these are the approximate measurements:
Metric
Length: 15 cm + 3-5 cm with the leaf
Width: 10 cm
Imperial
Length: 6 inches + 1-2 with the leaf
Width: 4 inches -
Please note that while this artwork can be used in table decoration, it is not suitable for direct contact with food items. According to the manufacturer of the glaze, the glazing is non-toxic but due to the subtle crackle effect, moisture and small particles may become trapped making it non-food safe.
Red, green and blue. Three vibrant colour options will soon be available, with even more optionality
coming in the future.
Eye-catching details. The glassy, jade-like surface of the grapes creates a captivating contrast with the natural brown clay of the leaves.
Symbolism. Grapes have traditionally been associated with agricultural prosperity and fertility, making this artwork a great addition to the premises of a vineyard or winery as a manifestation for a succesful growing season and plentiful harvest.
Eye-catching details. The glassy, jade-like surface of the grapes creates a captivating contrast with the natural brown clay of the leaves.
Symbolism. Grapes have traditionally been associated with agricultural prosperity and fertility, making this artwork a great addition to the premises of a vineyard or winery as a manifestation for a succesful growing season and plentiful harvest.
Red, green and blue. Three vibrant colour options will soon be available, with even more optionality
coming in the future.
Coming on June 2nd
Coming on June 2nd
Wine glass marker set
Red and blue colour options for the Vinifera piece
A new ceramic wall art design
Wine glass marker set
Red and blue colour options for the Vinifera piece
A new ceramic wall art design
Turn your ideas into reality
I offer tailored art solutions for homes, businesses and private collectors. You may approach me with a completely new idea or inquire about customization of my existing pieces — I am always eager to work on new creative projects!
You can send an email to helmilevo.studio@gmail.com or use the button below to reach the contact form.
Filling up some empty space, covering up distracting plumbing or a crack in the wall with art or giving new life to an old piece of furniture by coating it with custom-made tiles?
Designing new objects and solving creative problems in interior design is my forte! The moldable yet strong nature of clay allows ceramic objects to be built for a large variety of purposes.
The BOTANIC SHAPES pieces are known for their versatility, the high level of customization optionality making them ideal for buyers with specific needs or measurements in mind.
If you are unsure of how the artwork would finally look in your space,
you may send me a photo of the room and I will be happy to provide a digitally created visualization of the piece in its prospective environment to help with the decision-making process (free of charge, no AI).
Turn your ideas into reality
I offer tailored art solutions for homes, businesses and private collectors. You may approach me with a completely new idea or inquire about customization of my existing pieces — I am always eager to work on new creative projects!
You can send an email to helmilevo.studio@gmail.com or use the button below to reach the contact form.
Filling up some empty space, covering up distracting plumbing or a crack in the wall with art or giving new life to an old piece of furniture by coating it with custom-made tiles?
Designing new objects and solving creative problems in interior design is my forte! The moldable yet strong nature of clay allows ceramic objects to be built for a large variety of purposes.
The BOTANIC SHAPES pieces are known for their versatility, the high level of customization optionality making them ideal for buyers with specific needs or measurements in mind.
If you are unsure of how the artwork would finally look in your space,
you may send me a photo of the room and I will be happy to provide a digitally created visualization of the piece in its prospective environment to help with the decision-making process (free of charge, no AI).
“Growing up, I would always draw these little flowers and ornamental vines along the edges of greeting cards and notebooks, just to fill up the blank space with something I found beautiful. Years later I still find myself doing the same thing — only on a bigger scale.
I see the empty nooks and crevices in apartments and the narrow spaces between door frames and ceilings, each of them surfaces that are too often overlooked and forgotten, and I imagine
a thousand possibilities for what they could become.”
