Kammerspiel
Gallery Zippenfenig is proud to present internationally renowned designer Bodo Sperlein’s focused solo exhibition; Kammerspiel. Located in the heart of Vienna, the exhibition has been organised by the design-focused Gallery Zippenfenig and is taking place in a historic vaulted space at the exclusive Member Club Am Hof 8. Curated by the designer himself, the show features a selection of his current and iconic works: furniture, lighting, wall installations, rugs, and silverware.
Gallery Zippenfenig is Vienna’s first gallery dedicated exclusively to contemporary design in an international context. It represents creators working at the intersection of applied art, product, and spatial design, whose works emerge in limited editions or as unique pieces. Kammerspiel marks the gallery’s first collaboration with Bodo Sperlein, signalling a renewed presence of auteur design in Vienna’s cultural landscape.
Kammerspiel unfolds as an atmospheric spatial composition where each object is part of a thoughtfully orchestrated whole. Sperlein masterfully weaves light, material, form, and space into a dense dialogue. Intimate in scale, the exhibition invites contemplative engagement with sculptural design at the highest level of craftsmanship.
Featured Pieces
Orchid Pendant Light
Inspired by the delicate elegance of nature, the pendant light captures the ethereal beauty of floral forms. Its sculptural silhouette, reminiscent of gently unfurling petals, features a softly contoured underside that evokes organic folds. This interplay of light, shadow, and form creates a dynamic visual experience - both bold and weightless, striking yet serene. Crafted from high quality brass metal sheets, this piece blends Neo Art Nouveau influences with biomorphic forms to creating a functional work of art.
Orchid Floor Lamp
Inspired by the delicate elegance of nature, the floor lamp captures the ethereal beauty of floral forms. Its sculptural silhouette, reminiscent of gently unfurling petals, features a softly contoured underside that evokes organic folds. This interplay of light, shadow, and form creates a dynamic visual experience - both bold and weightless, striking yet serene. Crafted from high quality brass metal sheets, this piece blends Neo Art Nouveau influences with biomorphic forms to creating a functional work of art.
Wave Table
The 'Wave' table artfully merges timeless design with exceptional craftsmanship, inspired by the elegant drapery of traditional tapestries. Each piece, crafted from premium maple wood, showcases soft, organic lines - designed to be both functional and a focal point in your space. The table not only celebrates the beauty of wood but also enhances interiors with its unique character and versatility. Elevate everyday living into moments of understated elegance.
Wave Column
The column artfully merges timeless design with exceptional craftsmanship, inspired by the elegant drapery of traditional tapestries. Crafted from premium maple wood, the column is versatile in design, as it can be used to display statement pieces or as a standing bar table. It elevates everyday living into moments of understated elegance.
Script Wall Lamp
The Script Wall Lamp is inspired by the fluid lines of typography, expressed through the elegant movement of its lamp arms. Rooted in the principles of Viennese Modernism, the wall lamp features hand-bent brass bands, with visible cable guidance seamlessly integrated into a milled groove. The design expertly blends functionality with the refined aesthetics of early 20th-century Wiener Moderne.
Script Table Lamp
The Script Table Lamp channels the fluid elegance of typography into a compact and functional piece of lighting design. Rooted in the principles of Viennese Modernism, the design features hand-bent brass bands, with visible cable guidance seamlessly integrated into a milled groove. The table lamp combines simplicity with artistry, making it a refined addition to any desk, side table, or reading nook.
Script Floor Lamp
The Script Floor Lamp draws inspiration from the graceful lines of typography, reinterpreted into an architectural lighting design. Crafted in collaboration with Lobmeyr, this floor lamp embodies the essence of Wiener Moderne. The lamp features curved hand-bent brass bands that form a sculptural silhouette. The visible cable is ingeniously integrated into a milled groove within the brass frame, ensuring a clean, sophisticated appearance.
Botanica Rugs
The Botanica Collection by GAN Rugs offers a luxurious reinterpretation of nature’s organic beauty, capturing the elegance of leaves and flowers in exquisitely hand-tufted rugs. Each piece embodies intricate, multi-layered craftsmanship, transforming natural motifs into refined statement pieces that command attention. Thoughtfully designed to be the focal point of any room, these rugs effortlessly harmonise with a variety of interior styles, enhancing spaces with their timeless appeal. Available in three distinct designs, each showcasing a sophisticated blend of tonalities, the Botanica Collection is a celebration of artistry and the serene allure of nature.
Drapery Mural
Inspired by the historical tapestry tradition, notably from Brussels. Focused on drapery folds and woven textures reminiscent of tapestries, this pattern creates a visual collage that adds three-dimensionality and depth.
Orlo Silver Collection
A testament to the evolving collaboration between Bodo Sperlein and the revered Viennese silversmiths, Jarosinski & Vaugoin. This exquisite collection embodies the elegance of silver, marrying traditional craftsmanship with modern sophistication. Orlo captivates with its distinctive waved texture, evoking architectural ripples and graceful arches that lift and frame each piece, transforming them into sculptural forms. Inspired by the Wiener Werkstätte and Viennese Art Nouveau, the collection’s minimalist yet striking design honors the architectural essence of its Italian namesake, meaning 'Seam,' 'Rim,' or 'Edge.' A guaranteed conversation piece, Orlo brings a refined and timeless allure to any setting.