Franck Evennou : a poet specialising in bronze

Every day, Franck Evennou works with and fashions bronze by hand, giving it new shapes and a soul. In his workshop, he hammers out this raw material to create pieces of furniture, each one serving as a stanza in an endless poem, then combines it with another material, such as wood. The beauty of his artistic language is inspired by the perpetual stories told by his ultimate muse, nature.

The poetry of bronze

His collections, which are somewhat mysterious in nature, call to mind landscapes teeming with organic shapes, enchanting shadows, rays of sunlight filtering through trees, volcanic fault lines, and the nebulous river banks lined with interlacing vines. Each piece, which is designed for everyday use, offers a subtly nostalgic reference to the past.

The Licken bench is limited to just 25 copies and is supported by nickel-plated bronze legs. © DR

Supported by leaf-shaped legs, the Small poof is rugged despite its dainty appearance. © DR

Franck Evennou, an international artist

Franck Evennou is represented by the Parisian gallery Avant-Scène. He designed the monumental door of the French ambassador’s residence in Lebanon and created items for the crystal studio Daum, jewels for the governmental mint Monnaie de Paris, a bronze forest for the Museum of Hunting and Nature, and a sculptural desk for the French agency Mobilier National. Collectors, take note : Franck Evennou is a rising star.

Made up of several trays, the Lotus coffee table is one of the artist’s crowning achievements. © DR