Bernhard Osann working with a lighting design
Bernhard Osann, portrait. Image courtesy of Nemo Lighting.

Designer

BERNHARD OSANN

Bernhard Osann approaches lighting through balance, movement and the reduction of structure. Slender elements extend into space, while pivots and counterweights make adjustment part of the design’s visual language. Flamingo responds to shifts in weight and position; Swan carries its light source along an extended arm held in balance by a counterweight. In both, the relationship between support, reach and illumination remains legible. Kalkeriet’s selection follows this interest in how a small number of elements can establish a strong spatial presence, and how an object’s function can emerge directly from the clarity of its construction.

Bernhard Osann working with a lighting design
Bernhard Osann, portrait. Image courtesy of Nemo Lighting.

Selected works

Image courtesy of Kalkeriet Contemporary.

Flamingo by Bernhard Osann. Image courtesy of Kalkeriet Contemporary.
Flamingo by Bernhard Osann. Image courtesy of Kalkeriet Contemporary.

Selected by Kalkeriet

Curated pairings

Line, movement and shadow connect these black-and-white photographs with Osann’s lighting.

CLIVE ARROWSMITH, Chandrika Sharks Fin Hair (Facing East), London

CLIVE ARROWSMITH, Chandrika Sharks Fin Hair (Facing East), London

Fine art photography

SIMONE STEENBERG, Midnight Dancer

SIMONE STEENBERG, Midnight Dancer

Fine art photography

BRIAN ARIS, Sting, Yoga, Germany Tour

BRIAN ARIS, Sting, Yoga, Germany Tour

Fine art photography

DANIEL TRESE, Lafawndah

DANIEL TRESE, Lafawndah

Fine art photography

Reserve or enquire

Enquire about a selected work, available finishes, specifications or placement. Our team will respond personally with current availability and delivery information.

A reservation is confirmed only after written confirmation from Kalkeriet Contemporary.

For direct contact: info@kalkeriet.com +46 79 33 63 270

Collector & client services

We can assist with lighting selection, placement, specifications and international delivery, alongside related art and collectible design.

Availability & reservations

Finishes, electrical specifications and lead times are confirmed individually before an acquisition or reservation is finalised.

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