Pierre Bonnefille Pierre Bonnefille
A French artist, painter, and designer recognized as a Maître d’art (Master of Art) by the French Ministry of Culture in 2010, Pierre Bonnefille is undoubtedly one of the modern greats. Born in 1958 in Saint-Quentin, a city in northern France, he has lived and worked in Paris since 1985.
Using materials and textures sourced from natural pigments and metallic powders, Bonnefille's work plays with intensity, color, and the movement of light, offering a ceaseless reinterpretation of artistic design and giving his pieces a unique and distinct identity. Drawing inspiration from the architectural marvels of Venice, Pompeii, and Kyoto, his work captures the techniques, silhouettes, and ambiance that make each of these cities unique.
His wall compositions and furniture pieces have been displayed across the globe, including in New York, Shanghai, and Paris, with commissions from prestigious luxury brands such as Cartier, Hermès, and Loro Piana.
LECLAIREUR showcases some of Bonnefille’s most emblematic series: 'Bronze Paintings,' 'Furoshiki Drawings,' and his home collection, 'Metamorphosis'.
The 'Bronze Paintings' explore metallic textures but diverge from traditional bronze work. Bronze stretches out in a metallic mesh, revealing moving landscapes, aquatic reflections, and silky surfaces that resonate in the light.
The 'Furoshiki Drawings' capture the centuries-old Japanese art of wrapping, translating it into two dimensions through carbon and bronze.
His crowning glory, the 'Metamorphosis' home collection series, pays homage to geometry and includes items such as cabinets and consoles with raw, clean edges.
By implementing techniques like calligraphy, abstract painting, and powerfully leveraging negative space, Pierre Bonnefille's artwork becomes a priceless addition to any collector or design-minded art lover.
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