Gris comme craindre. L'éclair est absence.

Within the TALISMANS collection, the work Gris comme craindre captures a sense of restraint and fragility. Suspended from its anchoring ribbon, this miniature sculpture brings together raw materials to embody the persistence of memory in the face of uncertainty.

A cluster of skin-toned threads holds two clay forms in suspense: one, painted grey, evokes the hardness of a protective rock; the other, delicately fractured, is entirely enhanced with 22k gold leaf. Between the matteness of the pebble and the brilliance of the metal, this talisman materializes the idea that "the lightning bolt is absence"—a bright, fleeting trace at the heart of material memory.

Materials: Threads, clay, 22k gold leaf, and ribbon.
Presentation: The work is presented in a white shadow box frame. This deep mounting allows the fragment to stand out from the background, creating a subtle relief and a play of shadows that highlight the fragility of the matter.
Format: 13 cm W x 20 cm H (framed)
Authenticity: Unique piece, signed by the artist.
Certificate of Authenticity: Included and shipped with the work.
Price: $225