2021 Sneak Preview – Mood Indigo

September 27, 2021

In anticipation of the 2021 online San Francisco Fall Show which will go live on InCollect on October 15 at 9:00 am PST/noon EST, we wanted to share some sneak previews of our dealer’s wares. Did you know that the color indigo symbolizes integrity and intuition? It is a hue that radiates power and charm. Case in point: the beautiful pieces below:

A round blue ceramic plate with intricate gold patterns along the rim and a central gold shield-like motif, surrounded by tassel shapes and a hat-like symbol above, all accented by stylized decorative elements—this piece evokes the allure of Mood Indigo and lends itself perfectly to a 2021 Sneak Preview collection.
From Artistoric: Farnese “alla turchina” Dish, 1580-1589, Tin-glazed earthenware (maiolica), attributed to Castelli d’Abruzzo (Italian)
Two wooden chairs with tall backs, dark blue upholstered seats and backs, evoke a Mood Indigo elegance. The chair tops feature ornate carved designs, while the straight legs showcase subtle carved details. Presented against a plain white background, these chairs offer a timeless sophistication reminiscent of a 2021 sneak preview in refined design.
From Iliad: A pair of Art Nouveau chairs by Bohumil Waigant, Bohemia, circa 1912
A patchwork textile made from various rectangular blue fabric scraps, featuring different patterns like stripes, checks, and grids, stitched together in a visually textured mosaic with occasional beige patches. Evoking a Mood Indigo vibe, most fabrics show visible wear and fading.
From Kathleen Taylor/The Lotus Collection: Late 19th century (Meiji) futon cover called “Boro” or “rags” made up of indigo dyed cotton rags sewn together from recycled clothing and grain bags
A curved, abstract glass sculpture with a smooth, flowing crescent shape. The piece is mostly clear with rich blue and purple hues reminiscent of Mood Indigo, featuring swirling patterns and subtle black accents. It stands upright on a flat surface against a neutral gray background, offering a 2021 Sneak Preview of contemporary glass artistry.
From Michele Beiny: Lino Tagliapietra (b. 1934), Fenice, 2006, blown and incised glass
A blue rectangular rug with zigzag vertical stripes in brown and black, decorated with rows of small, multicolored diamonds and circles. The design draws inspiration from Mood Indigo, lending the piece a contemporary yet timeless flair. The rug has a border featuring alternating geometric patterns in cream, brown, and blue tones—offering a look reminiscent of a 2021 Sneak Preview collection.
From Mansour: Mid 20th century Swedish rug, signed by the weaving studio and master weaver, MMF for Märta Måås-Fjetterström and BN for Barbro Nilsson

By Vera Vandenbosch