Ted comments: “The ideas behind this piece came about during the meetings I had with the Auxiliary women in Charlotte during my stay there in the early spring 2010. I was very impressed with the professionalism, the seriousness and passion with which the Auxiliary and their board members concern themselves regarding / facing the world. Strong women who take their responsibility, very self-aware and intelligent but at the same time sensitive and a little teasing! Together with written above, it struck me the way they invest and passionately put their effords in improving the status and financial position of the Mint Museum in Charlotte. So to say, the Auxillery women inspired me to design this object.”

The buste is designed using 3D software and created with 3D printing. In order to gain the smooth surface the art piece is heavily polished and gold plated afterwards. The basis of the head comes from Grace Kelly and the other parts were “stolen” from 10 powerful American women. Whom Ted chose out of respect for their efforts and authenticity. The final piece looks like a sketch made with scissors and glue and when you look at the piece from close proximity, you will recognize the different features of all these chosen 10 women. This work was custom designed for the opening of the new Mint Museum, since being interactive it also becomes a conversation piece. During the opening the Auxiliary-board members wore daisy broches and it is clear to see the link to the art created by Ted Noten!

It will take approximately 18 years before the buste is completely unveiled. This explains the title : SLOW. Over the coming years the American woman will be revealed piece by piece, each year approximately 22 numbered flowers will be taken away to the new board members. They all keep their daisies as memories of being part of the board.

From the MoMA website: Objects are not still. And yet design is often considered in terms of static aesthetic and functional qualities, without much consideration of trajectory in time or relationships with people. The objects presented in Action! Design over Time reveal the often overlooked dimension of temporality, providing a deeper understanding of contemporary design.’

The exhibition started on February 5^th and is on going.

Design Museum Holon is part of a long-standing commitment to culture and education in the city of Holon.

The establishment of Design Museum Holon is a high point in the ongoing process of transforming the city of Holon into an epicenter of culture and education. Over the past decade, the city has introduced a wealth of edification programs, launched cultural festivals, opened new museums and introduced urban art installations, all leading to the enrichment of municipal life.

The primary goals of Design Museum Holon are to inspire and challenge the design community and the general public’s perception of design and the way it affects their lives.

The city of Holon, under the direction of Mayor Motti Sasson and Managing Director Hana Hertsman, turned to Ron Arad, world renowned designer and architect, to create an iconic building that would provide visitors with an immersive environment in which to gain access  to and explore the world of design. Design Museum Holon would seek to embody Holon’s longstanding dedication to culture and education and its desire to elevate the field of design into a leading position on the Israeli cultural agenda.

The Holon municipality has invested 17 million dollars in the establishment of the Design Museum Holon and is committed to providing continued support in the first five years of its activity. Design Museum Holon will lead the international and Israeli cultural landscape. The new museum joins the Holon Institute of Technology, Mediatheque and the National Israeli Cartoon Museum, all founded in Holon. 2010 will mark the first of many milestones in the journey to bring the discussion and exploration of design to the forefront. In conjunction with the museum’s opening, the city of Holon will be celebrating its seventieth year and will feature design concepts in its many galleries, outdoor exhibition spaces and special events.