The article profiles Paul Arnhold, a New York-based glassblower and fourth-generation heir to a major Meissen porcelain collection. He discusses how his hands-on practice as a maker directly informs his eclectic approach to collecting, which spans from ancient Etruscan artifacts to contemporary paintings by artists like Salman Toor. He emphasizes collecting based on personal joy and tactile presence rather than provenance alone.
The interview provides insight into the mindset of a significant collector and maker, highlighting the symbiotic relationship between artistic creation and collection. Arnhold's perspective bridges historical lineages, like the porcelain now at the Frick Collection, with contemporary studio practice, offering a nuanced view on how personal taste and cross-temporal dialogues shape both making and collecting in the art world.