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Severed Finger Stoppers

Clean the Sky - Positive Eco Trends & Breakthroughs

The Scott Nelles 'Hand of the Artist' Wine Plugs are Butchered Bronze

— January 28, 2012 — Art & Design
They are not actually as gruesome as they appear, but the Scott Nelles 'Hand of the Artist' wine stoppers will no doubt double as a dinner party conversation piece.

The tops, made to plug your average vino vessel, are curious accessories made by the brilliant master of bronze casting. He decided to put his personal touch on one of his creations by casting each of his left fingers, as he is a left-handed artist. The stoppers can be purchased via Nelles Etsy site, but be warned, if you're looking to order the middle finger it's naturally in high demand.

Pop a Scott Nelles 'Hand of the Artist' polished pointer finger into your next bottle of Pinot and all eyes will be on your alcohol's attention-worthy adornments.
Trend Themes
1. Art-inspired Kitchenware - Opportunity to create unique and unconventional kitchen and dining accessories inspired by art and sculpture.
2. Personalized Home Decor - Opportunity to offer personalized and custom-made home decor items that reflect the owner's unique identity.
3. Conversation-starting Accessories - Opportunity to create accessories that are quirky or humorous and inspire interesting conversations at social gatherings.
Industry Implications
1. Home Goods - Manufacturers of home decor and kitchenware can consider this trend and create products that appeal to customers looking for unique items.
2. Art and Sculpture - Artists and sculptors can explore this trend to create functional and unconventional art pieces designed for everyday use.
3. Online Retail - Online retailers specializing in personalized or quirky items can expand their product offerings to include these conversation-starting wine stoppers.
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