close to the Stars, close to the Earth…...
Cælestis continues with the novel ecology-oriented 3ec-TV channel which contributes '1% for the Planet'
Cælestis association raised in aid of WWF through the charity auction of a unique watercolour (specially commissioned by Caelestis) by the renowned contemporary artist PETER DOIG a stunning amount of £40 000!
PETER DOIG's original artwork showing a vision of the moon in relation to Cælestis biodynamic wine was specially painted for the association Cælestis and was kindly donated by the artist
(gouache and watercolour on paper, 13 3/4 x 9 3/4 in., 35 x 24.75 cm) - photo credit: Richard Ivey.
Peter Doig is a well known artist for other masterpieces: Rainbow Tunnel,
Swamped
Additional £710 was raised through CAELESTIS CHARITY AUCTION FOR WWF online thanks to MCTERAR'S AUCTIONEERS in Glasgow, UK. The following items associated with
Peter Doig's symbolic painting were auctioned:
-> Cælestis BIODYNAMIC WINE of Saint-Emilion Grand Cru Classé from the prestigious Château Fonroque adorned with a label mirroring the painting
of PETER DOIG, vintage 2011 paired with vivid, lively works by upcoming artists from various countries on the theme 'vineyard', 'grapes'
and 'wine'.
"Young vine" (30 cm x 50 cm) oil painting painted with a brush by Tiphaine de Lafforest,
student at the CPGE applied arts 2nd year at the 'lycée Rive Gauche', Toulouse, FRANCE.
Description by the artist: 'The painting represents young Syrah vine during the first harvesting in the vineyards of my grandparents in the 'Côtes du Marmandais'.
The emphasis is put on two grapes as well as central leaves which have a higher level of realism.'
"Grape souvenirs" (70 cm x 50.5 cm) drawn with pastels by Ewa Dolecka Mloduchowska,
hobby artist graduated from the Faculty of Chemistry, University of Warsaw, POLAND.
Description by the artist: 'My sweet grape souvenirs are associated with hot Mediterranean holidays.'
"Harvest" (30 cm x 42cm) acrylic paint with brushes on canvas board by Hope Flynn,
student at the OCAD University, Toronto, CANADA.
Description by the artist: 'As the daylight breaks, it illuminates the vineyard. The light exposes the harvest grapes that will eventually be picked up and brought to a winery to become a flavourful wine.'
"Glimpse of Pure Happiness" (24 cm x 30 cm) acrylic paint with brushes on canvas board by Hope Flynn,
student at the OCAD University, Toronto, CANADA.
Description by the artist: 'My painting captures a moment in time, where one feels the happiest. This woman feels the most joy when she tastes pure wine while watching the starry sky.'
"Reminiscence" (40 cm x 40 cm) painted with acryl paint on canvas by Anna Zdebska,
hobby artist from POLAND who graduated from the art school Rosetta Art Centre, London, UK.
Description by the artist: 'My inspiration for healthy living in complete harmony with nature wherever people live.'
"Panda fan" (length 33 cm)
donated by the generous Chinese artist M. Li Li for WWF
Attention: Unfortunately tiger bones are still used in wine in Asia.
Close to the stars... Shining as new stars, upcoming artists artwork propelled by the master Peter Doig becomes an extraordinary artistic journey through the world vineyards accompanied by the wonderful music "Cælestis Impropmtu" of the generous Oscar-winning composer Jan A.P. Kaczmarek. This video is freely accessible.
Cælestis wine labels were designed by Grazyna Lallemand and the famous contemporary artist Peter Doig, autographed by celebrieties: the Oscar-winner Jan A.P. Kaczmarek (music to the film 'Finding Neverland') and the Hollywood actress Frances Fisher. Cælestis wine originates from the prestigious Château Fonroque Saint-Emilion Grand Cru Classé and the back-labels are autographed by its renowned producer and oenologist Alain Moueix.
In August 2013 the Cælestis founder Grazyna Lallemand, participated in the 3rd edition of the “Transatlantyk” - International Film and Music Festival in Poznan, Poland to thank
Jan A.P. Kaczmarek for his contribution to the Cælestis project:
We are very grateful to the first generous anonymous buyers of Cælestis for their contribution to WWF.
We are also thankful to all the people who helped us to create the first Cælestis and organise the first auctions.
USA, New York, 9 Jan. 2013 - Cælestis auction "online" for WWF USA raised $1500
UK, London, 27 Nov. 2012 - The first Cælestis auction "live" and "online" for WWF UK was a great success. In total £825 were raised.
This auction consisted of two parts (5 bottles only were auctioned, each in its own original ancient book-case with an inspiring nature photograph):
- in the presence of special guest; –Patrick Laine - WWF UK Representative and Cælestis team: Alain Moueix - renowned producer and oenologist from the Château Fonroque and Grazyna Lallemand,
guests enjoyed the pre-auction cocktail with the premiere of Oscar winner Jan A.P. Kaczmarek's music "Cælestis Impromptu"
and the “official” “Transatlantyk” International Film and Music Festival bio-dynamic wine.
- at 7:30 pm took place the "live” charity auction of Cælestis at DREWEATTS Bloomsbury Auctions, 24 Maddox Street, London W1S 1PP, and "online" bidding via BID FOR WINE
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POLAND, Poznan, 16 August 2012 - Launch of Cælestis with special thanks to Jan A.P. Kaczmarek at the “Transatlantyk” –International Film and Music Festival, introduction of the WWF POLAND
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Cælestis charity auctions are carried out annually and all proceeds donated directly to the WWF in each country where the auction takes place.
Each year a different vintage with a unique and original label signed by a celebrity is offered.
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