Ingrid Donat Commode Ooni

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Edition of 8 plus 4 AP
2024
Bronze

The Commode Ooni, the latest addition to Ingrid Donat's series of functional artworks known as commode aux engrenages, embodies a fusion of anthropomorphic inspiration and historical significance. The Ooni pays homage to ancient African tribal masks and the cultural tradition of scarification, which deeply influences Ingrid Donat's artistic style. This connection to her personal heritage, particularly tied to Réunion Island, which is where her father is from, with its rich blend of African, Indian and Southeast Asian cultures, imbues her work with layers of meaning and symbolism.

The Commode Ooni, one of Ingrid Donat's masterpiece works, exemplifies her profound understanding of form, texture and craftsmanship. Marking a continuation of Ingrid Donat’s long-term affinity with the commode, the piece is a triumphant return to her signature aesthetic of linear scarification, a technique she has refined over the years to create intricate patterns that adorn the bronze surfaces of her creations.

Artist Biography

Ingrid Donat is one of the most influential living artists working in decorative arts. As a contemporary designer and sculptor whose artistic identity has been shaped by her rich cultural heritage, Donat channels an inner creative force that allows her to reinvent the timeless elegance of French decorative arts traditions. Known for imbuing bronze with warmth and vitality, the artist integrates sculptural practices into the production of functional pieces.