Léo

Desk Table / Dining Table / Coffee Table
Starred Metamorphic Shale table,
Inlays of Engraved Leather and Engraved Aquatinted Maillechort.
Edition: Unique piece.

The Organic Soul

The Léo table is a work of extreme contrasts, where skin meets stone. By combining leather with shale, Emmanuel Jonckers creates an unprecedented sensory dialogue, exploring a form of “animal design” that is both noble and wild.

The Concept: Inspired by the majesty and quiet strength of the Lion, this piece plays with the duality of textures. The core idea is to breathe an organic, warm soul into the heart of cold stone. Here, leather is no longer a mere covering but a living stratum—a carnal imprint that appears to have fused with the metamorphic rock.

The Materials: The tabletop is carved from starred metamorphic shale stone, an intense black stone whose natural inclusions recall the celestial vault. At its centre, inlays of engraved leather replace the traditional metal. This leather, worked with the same rigour as a precious metal, provides a matte finish and a softness that absorbs light rather than reflecting it.

The Craftsmanship: The major innovation of the Léo table lies in the engraving of the leather. Emmanuel Jonckers transposes his signature aquatint technique onto skin, creating exceptionally fine embossed patterns. Fitting the leather into the recesses of the shale requires millimetre precision, ensuring a perfectly flush surface where the hand travels seamlessly from one material to the other.

The Vision: Configurable as either a dining table or a coffee table, Léo is a piece of rare elegance. It is designed for collectors seeking a new tactile experience. This functional sculpture warms a space through its depth and matte texture, offering a contemporary and sophisticated interpretation of organic luxury.

Legs are separate.
Can be configurate on Coffee Table with others legs.

Customizable projects available on demand.