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Esther Link
SWITZERLAND
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"My journey as an artist began with the belief that creativity knows no bounds. From high school to the Basel School of Design, I embraced every opportunity to learn and grow."
Esther Link's artistic journey began with her birth and upbringing in Basel, Switzerland. After completing high school, she pursued her passion by enrolling at the Basel School of Design, where she undertook preparatory courses in art and design.
Sandstorm | Ceramics
$3,200
32 X 46
The sculpture contrasts motion and calm, outer harshness and inner gentleness. While the storm swirls and rages on the outside, a place of stillness is maintained on the inside.
Following her time at the design school, she embarked on an apprenticeship in structural draftsmanship and design, which also included a six-month traineeship on a construction site.
Endless | Ceramics
$2,100
24 X 42
The vortex symbolizes the idea of infinity. In it lies both chaos and unpredictability, and the harmony of the universe.
Esther's artistic path took a significant turn when she joined the studio of Gyula Skultéty, a well-known artist and physical anthropologist in Switzerland. Under Skultéty's guidance, she delved into the world of clay and honed her skills in the precise anatomical modeling of human and animal figures. Her training extended to mastering techniques in creating figurative and abstract shapes and working with various glazes.
"Working alongside Gyula Skultéty, I delved deep into the world of sculpting, mastering the intricate art of anatomical modeling and exploring the diverse realm of figurative and abstract shapes."
In the year 2000, Esther Link made the decision to step out of Skultéty's studio and forge her own path as an independent artist. While she retained her fondness for clay and porcelain as primary materials, she began to experiment with wood, plaster, and mixed media, expanding her artistic repertoire.
Lotus | Ceramics
$1,900
20 X 36
This sculpture captures the form and grace of the lotus flower. As in Buddhism, this abstracted lotus flower symbolizes purity, enlightenment, and spiritual growth.
This sculpture captures the form and grace of the lotus flower. As in Buddhism, this abstracted lotus flower symbolizes purity, enlightenment, and spiritual growth.
Stylized tree and plant roots intertwine with each other and form a new whole. Beneath the ragged surface, nature forms an infinite mesh.
Connected | Ceramics
$3,200
25 X 36
Esther further enriched her artistic knowledge by participating in various workshops held in Switzerland, Germany, and the United States. The workshops in Penland (NC) in 2016 and Haystack (ME) in 2017, under the tutelage of Barbara Cooper, proved particularly transformative for her. These experiences challenged her to work with wood, paper, and other materials, providing her with fresh perspectives on natural forms and artistic vision.
"Workshops by Barbara Cooper in Penland and Haystack were pivotal, opening my eyes to new artistic horizons and transforming my perspective on natural forms."
"In 2000, I took a bold step towards independence as an artist, allowing me to experiment with various mediums, including wood, plaster, and mixed media."
Over the past few years, Esther Link has showcased her work at numerous solo and group exhibitions, both in Basel and the surrounding area, as well as in Germany. Her talent and dedication to her craft have earned her recognition, including a first-prize win at the Arte Binningen show in 2017 and a subsequent nomination in 2022.
Serie Blooming | Ceramics
$1,800
60 X 15
Vases and flowers are fused together in these three sculptures. They symbolize the progressive intertwining of human technology and nature.
Esther Link became an active member of the Swiss Society of Female Artists in 2018, demonstrating her commitment to her artistic community. She played a significant role in a group exhibition commemorating fifty years of women's suffrage in Switzerland, an exhibition that took place within the Federal Parliament in Bern, the capital of Switzerland.
Inside the hard shells lies the vulnerable inner part of the mussel. It is alive and constantly growing, becoming stronger, emancipating itself from its oppressing surroundings.
Inner life | Ceramics
$3,500
28 X 38
Inside the hard shells lies the vulnerable inner part of the mussel. It is alive and constantly growing, becoming stronger, emancipating itself from its oppressing surroundings.
The artist draws her creative inspiration from the beauty of natural landscapes and the organic world. Her travels throughout Europe and the United States, which boast stunning landscapes, have deeply influenced her artistic expression.
This sculpture represents an organic form reminiscent of structures of corals, but stylized in an abstract way. The curved shape of the sculpture represents the vibrations and waves of the sea.
Seaworld | Ceramics
$3,600
22 X 40
"My artistic journey has been marked by recognition and achievement, from winning first prize at the Arte Binningen show to being selected for the prestigious Biennale in Haacht, Belgium."
Serie Clouds | Ceramics
$3,100
28 X 38
This sculpture from the series ‘Clouds’ is designed less fragile and refers to the volume and apparent robustness of large clouds.
During her extensive hiking trips, Esther collects a variety of natural elements such as flowers, seeds, leaves, wood, and different types of fruit. These natural finds serve as templates for her sculptures, enabling her to translate her profound connection to nature and its diverse forms into her clay and porcelain works, conveying the sensual facets of the organic world.
The shape of the clouds is designed to create interesting plays of light and shadow when illuminated. The sculpture symbolizes the fragile structure and the volatility of clouds.
Serie Clouds | Ceramics
$1,100
30 X 36
Esther does not consider herself a political artist but instead strives to be recognized as an independent female artist. Her creations are characterized by their feminine and sensual qualities, and she predominantly works with clay to express her artistic ideas. She continuously explores ways to experiment with different materials and considers the interaction between glazes and clay bodies as a crucial factor in her creative process, seeking to emphasize the form and texture of her work through deliberate choices of color and material combinations.
Serie Hybrids |Ceramics
$2,500
32 X 16
These figures represent hybrids composed of different flowers and plants. They symbolize the desire to recombine various forms and ideas that characterize postmodern society.
"Through my art, I aim to capture the sensuality of the organic world, translating the beauty of natural landscapes into clay and porcelain creations that define my feminine and independent spirit."
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