Erwan Boulloud returns to Twenty First with Touching Time, his first one-man show in the United States since 2019. It brings together 15 new and recent creations, which further refine, explore and develop concepts and motifs that have become an intrinsic part of his body of work.
Boulloud’s inspirations are vast and various. They range from the infinitely small to the infinitely large, from obscure botanical species to medieval jewelry. Like a modern-day alchemist, he transforms and mutates each into exquisitely crafted objects that are audacious, ingenious and precious. They spark curiosity and wonder, and have rich and captivating stories to tell.
He considers each object as a “molecule of a larger entity” and affirms there is Darwinian logic to his output. “For each of my furniture lines, I can establish a sort of family tree,” says Boulloud. “A ‘source’ piece generates different branches of creation.”
At the heart of his work is a deep-rooted interest in science. It often references the passage of time, whether it be the ephemeral or eternal, and traces of the past. He also avows a fascination for astronomical phenomena, such as the origins of creation and the expansion of the universe.
| Hours | 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM |
| Venue | Twenty First |
| Type | Exhibition |
| Duration | 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM |
| City | New York City |
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Twenty First
New York-based Twenty First Gallery is at the forefront of collectible design, applied and functional art. The platform brings together a select group of European artists excelling in various mediums while also putting their own spin on tried and true craftsmanship. Through carefully curated solo exhibitions and a strong presence at major international fairs, Twenty First Gallery is an essential resource for unique furnishings and artworks. Founded in 2007 by French applied arts expert Renaud Vuaillat, Twenty First Gallery has established itself as one of New York’s preeminent purveyors of thought-provoking collectible design produced with quality materials and mastery in mind. Vuaillat and his team work closely with a roster of renowned and emerging talents; pushing them to think outside the box, experiment, and create new format-defying work that can captivate collectors in new ways. The same considered approach translates into how the platform forges long-lasting relationships with collectors. Twenty First Gallery believes in the value of living with design as art and celebrating work that can convey a narrative.
