Seabourn Cruise Line's new expedition vessel
Seabourn Pursuit debuts a 700-piece art collection all its own
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SEATTLE, Aug. 30,
2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Seabourn, the
leader in ultra-luxury ocean voyages and expedition travel, and
renowned for creating exquisitely designed spaces aboard its ships
that exemplify themes of exploration and adventure, has unveiled an
extraordinary collection of custom art on board Seabourn
Pursuit, its newly launched, purpose-built expedition vessel.
The extensive, permanent installation includes more than 700
artworks and takes guests on a curated journey across the seven
seas.
Seabourn's expedition vessels, Seabourn Venture and Seabourn
Pursuit, bear strong resemblance as sister ships that share the
same DNA in design. However, art stands out as one of the
most prominent and character-defining points of differentiation
between them. Commissioned by Seabourn design partner, Tihany
Design, led by Founder & Principal Adam D. Tihany and Partner Alessia Genova, the
atelier engaged London-based
curatorial studio Double Decker to develop a sophisticated,
thoughtful and bespoke art collection exclusively for Seabourn
Pursuit, as a completely unique, curatorial expression of the
designers' vision: "an expedition of discoveries." It features
custom art that masterfully celebrates the wonders of our planet
and the great explorers of our time, infused with geographic
inspiration. By intention, the result—bold, more colorful and
playful with a modern attitude—markedly contrasts with the more
subtle, sophisticated storytelling of Seabourn Venture's art
program by French studio Atelier 27.
Working with artists, designers and fabricators globally to
conjure the vision and tell these stories, Double Decker
co-directors Wilhelm Finger and
Melita Skamnaki pursued elegant yet brave works that create a sense
of connection with those who sailed before, to enhance the guests'
own sense of discovery in the present moment. With hundreds of
pieces on board, each conjuring a unique experience and connection
with its surroundings, art invites passengers to be curious and
treats them to powerful and unforgettable visual adventures along
Seabourn Pursuit's dramatic routes. The ship itself has
emerged as a new frontier of appreciation for art enthusiasts at
sea.
"We had a vision to deliver a dynamic and harmonious experience
of exploration by creating a unique synergy to unite the masterful
interior design by Tihany Design and the bespoke art collection
with the powerful, state-of-the-art capabilities on this
purpose-built luxury expedition ship," said Natalya Leahy, president of Seabourn. "As a
result, our guests will experience an unexpected layer of
imaginative discoveries and be inspired by the smallest details,
symbols, hidden messages in every corner to provoke a deep sense of
personal exploration and appreciation. Seabourn Pursuit's
art collection will elevate the onboard experience as guests embark
on their own journey to interact with new environments that in some
cases no humans have seen before."
Images are available here.
Among the many works and themes to captivate and catch the eyes
of Seabourn Pursuit guests:
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- Magical Sky (Deck 4 – Main Atrium) – Sculpture
installation exclusively commissioned for Seabourn Pursuit, this
captivating piece was envisioned and designed by curator Double
Decker. inspired by their impression of the sky's alluring shapes
and colors visible along the ship's journeys. The concave dome atop
a plinth invites passengers to look inside and discover multiple
layers and reflections within, connecting them in an abstract yet
moving way to the sky under which they travel. Produced by custom
fabricator Cory Barr.
DOUBLE DECKER 2023
- Water Drops (Deck 9 – Forward Stairs) – Newly
commissioned pieces in a series featuring Murano blown glass from
Milan-based 6:AM Glassworks bear
the feelings of water, sea and ice.
6:AM GLASSWORKS 2023
- 0° SERIES (Deck 4 – The Restaurant) – Stunning
photographic collection showcases tropical flowers in ice to create
unexpected, enchanting dialogue between Amazonian flora and Polar
ice. Together with artist Tharien Smith, Boyd's extremely elaborate
technique freezes flower arrangements in blocks of ice; after
several days, they are put into rivers or lakes, and the process
causes cracks and bubbles to form inside the ice blocks, the
flowers part of an active transformation. Only then do Boyd and
Smith begin taking photos. Randomness, intention, enchanting beauty
and dynamic unpredictability are at play.
BRUCE BOYD 2023
- Oscillation (Deck 5 – Colonnade) - Renowned South
African artist Chris Soal created the wall sculpture Oscillation as
a sustainable work comprised of metal bottle tops, coiled in a
rope-like pattern, and expanding out from a central point. From
afar, this work has a strong luxury and design aesthetic, which
becomes tactile as the viewer moves closer to discover its
surprising details.
CHRIS SOAL 2023
- Harvest (Deck 5 – Colonnade) - Italian painter
Gabriel Carucci encourages more
discovery with seemingly simple, geometric block patterns,
revealing on closer inspection carefully selected sections of
intricate embroidery and other whimsical textile elements, creating
subtle tonal shifts. Tessellations of flat tints of color occupy
the surface of the paintings, merging with forms of intertwined
threads giving rise to abstract motions. The labor-intensive nature
of this practice deliberately evokes visual cues that direct the
painted surface and subsequently the viewer's perception.
GABRIEL CARUCCI 2023
- Amazônia (Deck 6 – Seabourn Square) – Exclusively
commissioned for Seabourn Pursuit, the acrylic paintings of
celebrated Brazilian artist James
Kudo depict architectural spaces, animals, flora and fauna,
in a vivid palette of acrylic paint. Composed of cleanly delineated
forms, from a distance these pieces appear graphic, yet on closer
inspection they unveil a painterly texture.
JAMES KUDO 2023
- Canyon Fall II (Deck 6 – Seabourn Square) –
Celebrated London-based sculptor Joseph
Harrington, created this cast glass sculpture to evoke an
iceberg with brilliant intricacies within, to delight and intrigue
the viewer, allowing texture, light and sense of mass to
continuously play.
JOSEPH HARRINGTON 2022
- Blue & Green Anthropophora (Deck 9 –
Sky Bar) – Created from glazed
stoneware with PVC rubber coating, this artwork presents a bold
color and bulbous, textural style that grounds us back in the world
of contemporary art. It plays its own game, mimicking the forms of
ancient artefacts, such as a Greek amphora.
MAXWELL MUSTARDO 2022
- Beyond the Sky (Deck 9 – Constellation Lounge) --
Up-and-coming artist Sogon Kim created twin glass pieces Beyond
the Sky to reflect sea and sky. Incorporating silver leaf and
metal oxides, this work explores glass as a conduit for color and
light.
SOGON KIM 2022
- Artifacts Collection (Seabourn Square and Suites)
– An eclectic, mesmerizing collection that evokes
unique wondrous wildlife and natural phenomena unearthed by
pioneering expeditions.
- Etched Glass Mural Partitions (Expedition Lounge) – This
set of commissioned glass installations – Amazonian Moon and
Arctic Moon – celebrates the moon's resonating beauty, magic
and enduring presence in night skies from the Amazon to the Arctic.
Panels feature etched glass textures, colored glass, special
finishes of gold and silver leaf, and the moon depicted in 3D with
flower and silver-infused glass.
- Graphic Glass Panels (Atrium Staircase) – Inspired by
the winding coastlines of Seabourn destinations. Commissioned to
re-interpret the natural coastal geography seen on the vessel's
voyages.
About Tihany Design:
Led by Founder and Principal Adam D.
Tihany and Partner Alessia Genova, Tihany Design is a
multidisciplinary, ever-evolving design atelier specializing in
luxury hospitality, cruise, retail, residences, private clubs,
yachting, spa and leisure. The visionary force behind stunning
custom interiors since 1978, the NYC-based firm delivers inspired
spaces around the globe that resonate elevated personalization,
timeless elegance and an authentic sense of place, with the mission
to elevate the luxury lifestyle and travel experience through its
diverse and enduring catalog of work.
About Seabourn:
Seabourn represents the pinnacle of
ultra-luxury ocean and expedition travel and operates a suite of
seven modern ships. The all-inclusive, boutique ships offer
all-suite accommodations with oceanfront views; award-winning
dining; complimentary premium spirits and fine wines available at
all times; renowned service provided by an industry-leading crew; a
relaxed, sociable atmosphere that makes guests feel at home; a
pedigree in expedition travel through the Ventures by Seabourn
program and two new ultra-luxury purpose-built expedition ships,
including Seabourn Venture that launched in 2022 and Seabourn
Pursuit in 2023. Seabourn takes travelers to every continent on the
globe, visiting more than 400 ports including marquee cities and
lesser-known ports and hideaways. Guests of Seabourn experience
extraordinary offerings and programs, including partnerships with
leading entertainers, dining, personal health and wellbeing, and
engaging speakers.
For more details about Seabourn, or to explore the worldwide
selection of Seabourn cruising options, contact a professional
travel advisor, call Seabourn at 1-800-929-9391 or visit
www.seabourn.com.
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Notes to Editors:
Seabourn is consistently ranked among the world's top
travel choices by professional critics and the discerning readers
of prestigious travel publications such as Departures, Travel +
Leisure and Condé Nast Traveler. Its stylish,
distinctive cruising vacations are renowned for:
- Purpose-built expedition ships, PC6 ice-strengthened hull, with
advanced maneuvering technology for superior stability, safety and
comfort
- World-class Expedition Team, delivering immersive
experiences
- All veranda, all ocean-front suites luxuriously appointed
- Handcrafted itineraries developed for the expedition traveler
to the most coveted and familiar remote destinations in the
world
- Intimate ships with a private club atmosphere
- Intuitive, personalized service provided by staff passionate
about exceeding guests expectations
- Inclusive expedition experiences with Zodiacs, scuba diving and
snorkeling
- Optional expedition experiences with kayaks and custom-built,
6-guest submersibles giving the option to extend your expedition
further for greater ocean exploration**
- Welcome Champagne and complimentary in-suite bar stocked with
your preferences
- Open bridge policy*, hosted by members of the Expedition Team
providing firsthand access to the ship's command center and
officers navigating your journey
- World-class dining venues are all complimentary, dine where,
when and with whom you wish
- Tipping is neither required, nor expected
- Complimentary premium spirits and fine wines available on board
at all times
- Meticulous and purposeful adventurers' resort at sea designed
for the luxury traveler with unique attributes and spaces to
enhance your experience
- Spa & Wellness with Dr. Andrew
Weil, featuring an exclusive mindful living program**
- Committed to environmental stewardship and sustainability
* At the Captain's discretion
** Optional programs, for additional charge
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