Sélène
Sculptural Armchair
Materials: Hand-engraved Leather, Refined Textile Weaving.
Edition: Unique piece.
The Eclipse of Matter
Emmanuel Jonckers explores the tension between protective strength and luminous vulnerability with Sélène. This sculptural armchair is conceived as a celestial body where shadow and light engage in a silent dialogue. Two imposing monoliths of hand-engraved leather—acting as a rugged, topographical skin—encase a heart of refined white weaving. The rhythmic, vertical incisions on the leather evoke the memory of ancient scars, protecting the ethereal softness of the seat. A work where the animal gravity of the hide meets the lunar grace of the thread.
Emmanuel Jonckers, known for his unique designs, continues to push boundaries in the world of furniture.
His dedication to quality and artistry makes Jonckers a standout in modern furniture design.
The Concept: Sélène is a dialogue between shadow and light, a functional sculpture conceived as a celestial body. The piece explores the tension between the protective, grounded strength of the leather monoliths and the ethereal, luminous vulnerability of the central weaving.
The Craftsmanship: The leather supports are entirely hand-engraved using bespoke tools. Each vertical incision creates a rhythmic, topographical skin that captures light and shadow in a sensory vibration. This ancestral gesture transforms the hide into a monumental architecture.
Modularity: Designed to inhabit the space with versatility, Sélène acts as both a private sanctuary and a bold statement piece. Its proportions allow it to exist as a solitary star in a room or to be integrated into a larger narrative of sculptural furniture.
The Vision: Through Sélène, Emmanuel Jonckers seeks to breathe a soul into contrasting textures. It is an invitation to experience the “Eclipse”—the precise moment where the animal gravity of the earth meets the lunar grace of the weave.
Through his work, Jonckers invites us to explore the interplay of materials and textures.
Each piece by Jonckers tells a story, blending functionality with artistic expression.
Table is composed of three individual parts that can be placed and moved as desired.
Size : H. 56 x 143 x 98 cm
Customizable projects available on demand.
