Shining DESPAIR
Willy vande Velde
Belgium

Ring “Hello’ , 2024
Plexy , piece of wood from a fruitcase ,wire, LED board
Screwed

The ring is part of the communication series.

It is made of recycled materials and an LED board.

At a time when raw materials and communication are becoming rare, this ring still brings a positive message. The ring simply says Hello, internationally understandable

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