Stainless Steel Bottle
Floral Drifts
by Kun-Shan Hsieh

ABOUT THE ARTIST

Kun-Shan Hsieh grew up in poverty and began working in a factory after leaving primary school to support himself. At the age of 16, he suffered a severe electric shock in a workplace accident, resulting in the amputation of both hands and his lower right leg, as well as the loss of sight in his right eye. Confronted with these life-changing disabilities, Kun-Shan taught himself to sketch and draw using his mouth over the course of seven years. In 1980, he studied painting techniques under a renowned Taiwanese painter.

Kun-Shan became a full member of the Association in 1990 and, since 2002, has served as a member of the VDMFK board.

His artistic style reflects the influences of both the impressionists and traditional Far Eastern art. His oil paintings are characterised by rich variations in tone and colour and are a testament to his optimistic and humorous spirit. Kun-Shan favourite subjects include landscapes, still lifes, and animals, particularly river carp, which he captures in lively, flowing compositions. In his exploration of large-format painting, he created Golden Pond, a monumental work measuring 259 x 182 cm, completed over the course of a year. This painting earned him the American Visual Arts Prize from the “Association for Especially Talented Artists” in 1997.

In addition to his artistic achievements, Kun-Shan is also an author. His autobiography, I am Kun-Shan Hsieh, was published in 2002, achieving great success in Taiwan and subsequently being translated into several languages.

ABOUT THE PRODUCT

Hot drinks should stay hot and cold drinks should stay cold. This stainless steel bottle can do both, and it will also cheer you up any day. Cool off in the summer and stay warm in the winter, even on the go. The design will stay just as vibrant over time, and this bottle will become a fun everyday essential.

• High-grade stainless steel
• 17 oz (500 ml)
• Dimensions: 10.5″ × 2.85″ (27 × 7 cm)
• Vacuum flask
• Double-wall construction
• Bowling pin shape
• Odorless and leak-proof cap
• Insulated for hot and cold liquids (keeps the liquid hot or cold for 6 h)
• Patented ORCA coating for vibrant colors
• Hand-wash only (dishwasher not recommended due to vacuum seal)

Disclaimer: Keeping water in the bottle for over 24 hours is unhygienic and can result in an unpleasant smell.

* Additional duty may apply