The Glass Helmet is a component of the Silk Road Works (2021). As a symbol of protection for workers in the building industry, the helmet represents a sanctuary where their rights are safeguarded, and their well-being is prioritized; the vulnerability of these rights is reflected in the fragility of the glass material. The blue color of the helmet also evokes the United Nations' Blue Helmets, symbolizing the importance of international peacekeeping efforts and the protection of global stability. The Glass Helmet represents a call for the creation of inclusive, supportive environments that provide a sense of security and belonging for all in the face of global challenges.
Concept: Azra Akšamija
Production: Berengo Studio
Produced with the support of the Austrian Federal Chancellery and the Styrian State Government
Material: Glass from Murano
Dimension: 15 x 22 x 28 cm