In the Night Editions collection, Calle Henzel reinterprets his past works through a refined, near-monochromatic palette, focusing on simplicity and materiality.
Some of the rugs in this series feature muted colors and undergo a distinctive vintage wash that gives them a destroyed, timeworn look. This special treatment affects not only the wool, which is deconstructed down to the knots, but also the overall structure, resulting in a worn texture and unique character. Each piece is shaped by this process, transcending its functional purpose to become a work of art.
Image: CALLE HENZEL, Castilian La Presa Night Edit, 2021 (in-situ)
Inspired by minimalist art movements, Henzel’s designs encourage reflection on the nature of art itself, with simplicity and subtlety evoking a quiet emotional resonance.
Referencing the minimalist lineage of Judd and Martin, and the tonal investigations of artists like Reinhardt and Soulages, the collection uses black not as absence, but as presence—an active agent of depth, balance, and clarity. Each rug reflects Henzel’s ongoing dialogue between utility and artistic intent, affirming the rug as both object and artwork.
Image: CALLE HENZEL, Alnarp Lose Control Night Edit, 2015 (in-situ)
