Mexican Ceramicist Andrés Anza Wins 2024 Loewe Craft Prize

Anza's totemic ceramic piece, praised for its blend of ancient and modern aesthetics, tops a diverse field of 3,900 submissions.

Jonathan Anderson highlighted the increased interest in craft, driven by social media and a desire to reconnect with the making process.
The prize included three special mentions for unique works by Miki Asai, Heechan Kim, and Emmanuel Boos.
Anza's winning piece, 'I only know what I have seen,' features a striking, spiked design that evokes both organic and architectural forms.
The exhibition, held at Palais de Tokyo, showcases 30 finalists from 16 countries, reflecting a wide range of materials and techniques.
Anderson noted the growing commercial and artistic appreciation for craft, marking a significant shift in how these practices are valued.