Handmade Fridge Magnet - Sylt - Hörnum Tetrapod
A handmade architectural fridge magnet, designed and crafted in Germany.
Estimated shipping to Germany: €1,50 EUR · letter mail
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Designed & handcrafted in Germany
Handmade fridge magnet of a tetrapod on Sylt's Hörnum-Odde.
Bring a piece of iconic European heritage into your home with this minimalist architectural magnet. Part of our curated island collection, this piece features a precision illustration of a concrete tetrapod on the Hörnum-Odde.
Tetrapods on the Hörnum-Odde: The Four-Footed Guardians of Sylt
At the southern tip of Sylt, where the island narrows to a windswept dune and heath landscape, the Hörnum-Odde takes the full force of the North Sea. The concrete elements that stand there are called tetrapods, from the Greek tetra (four) and pous (foot): four conical legs meeting at a central body, so that whichever way one lands, three legs rest on the ground and one points up. Stacked, they interlock into a slope that absorbs wave energy instead of reflecting it.
Sylt has used them since the 1960s, placed at the points along the west coast where the island is most exposed. They are not decorative. They are the last line before the dune.
Unique Design Aesthetic
Our magnets stand out through their precision orthographic architectural drawings. By using clean, technical lines and avoiding perspective distortion, we capture the essential geometry and timeless beauty of the subject. It is more than a souvenir; it is a pocket-sized work of art for design lovers and collectors.
Traditional Craftsmanship
Each magnet is individually hand-made in our workshop using traditional bookbinding techniques. We produce in small series to ensure the highest quality and attention to detail for every single piece.
Sustainable & Eco-Friendly
We care about the environment as much as we care about design. This product is crafted from:
- Core: Stable, high-quality bookbinder greyboard.
- Face: Natural-colored recycled kraft paper, providing a warm, organic texture.
Product Specifications
- Dimensions: 5 × 7 cm.
- Style: Minimalist orthographic line drawing.
- Materials: Sustainable greyboard and recycled kraft paper.
- Origin: Hand-made in Germany.
