118 - Pierre-Louis Graizon (1992)

Pierre-Louis Graizon (1992) Portrait V Sculpture Mélusine felt, pewter 2026 H24 W17 D3 cm Mélusine felt, with its long, silky nap, is a traditional material used in hatmaking, shaped using steam. Pierre-Louis Graizon repurposes it as a medium for sculpture, combining it with pewter, an ancient and malleable metal. The “Portraits” series, of which this piece is the fifth, explores the human figure through material and texture rather than likeness. The contrast between the softness of the felt and the muted sheen of the pewter gives the work a unique tactile presence. A piece by an artist committed to traditional craftsmanship.