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Dutch design - Ancient techniques

"My work is a dialogue between my Dutch design roots and Ancient techniques from all over the world. 
I create ‘functional art’ that bridges cultures."

Handmade with love

 Each item is personally handcrafted by me, offering an exclusive reflection of my unique style and a distinctive taste for timeless beauty and true refinement.

Quality and passion

 Every product is born from a deep love for quality materials, traditional crafts, and a meticulous eye for detail. I weave this passion and precision into every piece I create.

Beautiful

gifts

 Need to find the ideal present for someone special? Browse my shop to uncover unique gifts for birthdays and all life's special moments. It's time to find the extraordinary!

Bertie Franke

About me

Hi! I am Bertie. My work is a bridge between worlds: it combines the clean aesthetics of Dutch Design with the power of ancient techniques. From my uniquely hand-bound notebooks, to the textures of Raku ceramics, the local Etruscan tradition of Bucchero to the precision of  Origami and paper Art. Every piece is a unique creation, inspired by my travels, designed and entirely handcrafted by me.

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