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11/10/2010

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Gallery Fumi project space, London

This October Gallery FUMI will present an exhibition of eight new one-off and limited edition hand-made works by French sculptor Thomas Lemut (b.1961). The exhibition will take place in their stunning off-site project space, situated in the artistic hub of Hoxton Square, during ‘Frieze Week’ one of the most important weeks for contemporary art in London. This will be the first time Lemut’s works have been exhibited in London.

The artist, who works primarily with metals, describes himself as a ‘sculptor of functional objects’. He takes his inspiration from mid 20th century French designers, including Jean Prouvé and Pierre Chareau. Like them his collaboration as an artist with highly skilled craftsmen is an important element. Working from his atelier outside of Paris, Lemut works closely with them to carefully select materials which have a high aesthetic value, choosing to mechanically assemble rather than weld his pieces together. It is his considered choice of materials and method which dictates the form of his objects, developing works which are both beautiful and functional.

Defying gravity, a footless lamp which appears to hang effortlessly, suspended between the floor and the ceiling, and a carefully constructed armchair created from 51 individual pieces of metal and 4 pieces of leather will feature in the exhibition. Lemut has also created a multi functional book shelf which transforms into a screen; made out of three pieces, the book shelf/screen can be displayed separately or as a whole. Other works in the show will include stools, an ebony coffee table and a dining table made from Indian rosewood. The works will be displayed in the special surroundings of a former 19th century school gym, with 16ft high ceilings and sliding wooden doors.

Before focusing on furniture, Lemut’s practice spanned photography, drawing and sculpture. His furniture designs were originally developed to serve as frames for his intricate paper works. This resulted in the production of objects that were intimately associated with his drawings; Tables emerged with tiny boxes hidden in their centre, containing drawings. Lemut explains "I added functionality as a matter of sculpture, not because I necessarily wanted to do furniture."

About Thomas Lemut
Thomas Lemut lives and works in Paris and has been a sculptor, labourer, film director/producer and artistic director. His work features in many important private collections.
Website: http://www.thomaslemut.com

About Gallery FUMI
Gallery FUMI is an art design galley based in Shoreditch, which opened in February 2008. Founded by Valerio Capo and Sam Pratt, the gallery has established itself as an integral part of the design community. The gallery works with both established and emerging artists to create limited editions and one off pieces. Gallery FUMI represents artists and designers including Paul Kelley, Max Lamb, Pieke Bergmans and Nacho Carbonell. Gallery FUMI will present a group exhibition “In Every Dream Home” in collaboration with the fashion house FENDI in their gallery space at 87-89 Tabernacle Street, which will include new works by Paul Kelley, Studio Glithero, Tina Roeder and Freddie Yauner from 18 September – 26 September 2010, during the London Design Festival.

Image: courtesy Gallery FUMI, © Thomas Lemut

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Calum Sutton PR
Roxana Pennie
Roxana@suttonpr.com
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Opening Tuesday 12 October 2010, 6pm-10pm

Gallery FUMI project space
16 Hoxton Square, N1 6NT, The Sub Penthouse, London
Hours: Tuesday-Saturday 11am - 7pm, Closed Sunday-Monday
(Open every day during Frieze week 10am to 7 pm; by appointment only after 17 October)
Admission Free

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