Drekadjásn, Dragon Treasures, and Worm Gold were born from an invitation by the Icelandic Ceramics Association and curator Agnes Ársæls to create a functional object in clay for their 45 year anniversary exhibition exhibited during Design March and at the Norweigian house in Stykkishólmur 2026.

Mirrors have always carried a powerful presence. They can be used for magic, self-reflection, or simply to check one's appearance. There is always something hidden within a reflection.

For a long time I have been drawn to wood carving, from my grandfather and brother. These dragons are inspired by traditional Icelandic carved dragons. Icelandic dragons are unique in that they belong both to the sea and the sky, often taking on a serpent form much like the legendary Lagarfljót Worm.

The ceramic tiles are made from Danish stoneware combined with red Icelandic geothermal clay, and from the brown Bog Iron clay gathered in Seyðisfjörður.

Breki hand-carved the frames from oak and walnut. The wood is stained with the very same clays used on the ceramic tiles, creating a dialogue between wood and earth.

Worm Gold is the small dragon, adorned in fool's gold (Mica), faithfully guarding a smaller glass dragon. It was created alongside the mirrors using the Seyðisfjörður clay and Icelandic geothermal clay, with blood-red eyes. 🌹

To me, these mirrors are portals into a realm where magic quietly lingers.

The first spark of the idea came to me while staying in the mountains of Bali, in a friend's home filled with exquisite carved wood. It reminded me how spaces and handmade objects can carry a distinct spirit and energy—one that can be deeply felt and lived with.

📷 Photographs by the brilliant Patrick Ontkovic

The exhibition was first exhibited in Grafík Salurinn in Reykjavík and then moved to the Norweigian house in Stykkishólmur open until mid August 2026.

The pieces are for sale - welcome to contact Antonía for the price