Emmanuel Jonckers operates his workshop like a contemporary laboratory of curiosities. Here, materials are not just components; they are living elements with stories to tell. Through constant experimentation, he explores the limits of resistance and beauty to reveal the hidden poetry within each substance..
The imprint of time. From fossilized sedimentary shale encrusted with cuprous pyrites—reminiscent of a distant galaxy—to vibrant agates and 20-million-year-old fossilized wood. Each stone is entirely shaped by hand to achieve the velvety texture of a river pebble weathered by millennia, infusing an ancestral energy into every design.
The light’s handwriting. Using the rare and meticulous processes of aquatint and mezzotint, Emmanuel etches directly into the surface of noble metals like Bronze, Brass, or Maillechort. The application of a mordant creates deep, textured landscapes where solar radiance or lunar glows are captured and reflected in infinite variations.
High-precision engineering. Born from aerospace technology, this rare alloy—closely related to titanium—represents the pinnacle of human ingenuity. Neither cast nor welded, it is hand-sculpted directly from the mass. Emmanuel’s challenge is to breathe a soul into this “cold” material, transforming a technological marvel into a monumental work of art.
The breath of life. The introduction of leather adds a tactile, warm dimension that contrasts beautifully with the rigor of metal. Complementing this, the use of innovative bio-sourced resins allows for unique play with transparency and binding. This evolution reflects a commitment to a conscious, sustainable aesthetic rooted in the living world.
