Royal Selangor's Autumn Winter 2024: Stories of Art History & Nature
by Kerol Izwan
About Royal Selangor
Founded in 1885, Royal Selangor has built a reputation for blending innovation with exceptional quality. Its skilled designers and artisans craft an array of tableware and gift items, consistently pushing the boundaries of pewter design while preserving a legacy of fine craftsmanship. Today, Royal Selangor exports to more than 20 countries and is showcased in renowned stores like Harrods in the UK. The brand also has its own retail outlets in Malaysia, Singapore, the UK, and Hong Kong.
Royal Selangor has launched the new Autumn/Winter 2024 collection, where art, history, and modern storytelling converge. In this latest collection, Royal Selangor has introduced a variety of designs, ranging from home décor items to striking collectibles.
1. Royal Selangor Collaborates with British Artist Rachel Gray on a Wildlife-Inspired Collection.
Royal Selangor is excited to unveil an exclusive collaboration with British digital artist Rachel Gray, known for her striking wildlife portraiture.
The Earth collection, Royal Selangor’s first collaboration with a female designer, transforms Gray’s sketch-like designs into intricate three-dimensional pewter creations. Featuring functional yet artistic pieces like bottle chillers, coasters, and whisky tumblers, the collection beautifully captures the strength and grace of wildlife. Gray’s artistic vision seamlessly blends with Royal Selangor’s craftsmanship, resulting in a timeless collection of luxurious homeware.
2. Honouring the life of Maria Sibylla Merian. A Collaboration with The British Museum.
Royal Selangor unveils its third collaboration with The British Museum, inspired by Maria Sibylla Merian, a pioneering artist and scientist known for her detailed studies of the natural world. Merian’s work, particularly her observations in Surinam, helped dispel myths about insect life and set new standards for scientific illustration.
The British Museum, which houses the largest collection of her work, now translates her groundbreaking art into elegant pewter pieces, celebrating her legacy as a trailblazer in both art and science. Each piece reflects her intricate attention to nature, continuing her influence in a new medium.
3. Tigris: A Tribute to the Panthera Tigris Jacksoni
Tigris pays homage to the majestic Malayan tiger, blending striking geometry with cubist elements.
This collaboration with renowned design firm VERITAS incorporates concrete, reflecting their architectural and construction expertise.
– Explore the other latest collaborations by Royal Selangor:
4. Helix: Where art meets science in wine
5. Ace: Go all in for a memorable night of excitement
6. Celestial Odyssey: Inspired by the Great Classical Chinese Novel 'Journey to the West'
7. Koi: Symbolic of everlasting fortune
8. 2025 The Year of the Snake
9. Marvel-themed collectibles featuring Deadpool, Wolverine, Groot and Rocket Racoon.
