Wilbur Hsu 徐鴻恩 is a maker exploring lineage and heritage through an intimate process. Conjuring impressions of forgotten worlds and tender memories, designs contain graceful edges and intentional details. Often tied to identity, ideas of recognition and connection manifest in Wilbur's designs which gently reimagine the past.
Wilbur has a fashion and costume design background and works predominantly with precious metals and cloth. He is based in Tāmaki Makaurau, Auckland.
九 JIǓ [9]
九 JIǓ [9] is a return to memory, heritage and the soft permanence of past blessings.
Inspired by a pair of baby-bracelets gifted to the artist at birth by a thoughtful aunt. With each bracelet charm signifying a specific incarnation of joy and protection for the child. The collection reflects on love born of hope and well wishes, recreating the nine charms in fine metals, and placing them amongst jade and pure silk. Gently mirroring the powerful meanings of the original charms, each piece is designed to be cherished and kept as a token of consideration.
Made from existing materials found throughout Aotearoa, the collection is a soft investigation of culture and place.
Each piece is handmade with love in Tāmaki Makaurau.
