Packed column IV

Alain Vuillemet’s Colonne tassée IV is an extraordinary fusion of raw industrial power and ethereal beauty. Rising to an imposing height of 2.57 metres, this stainless steel column fascinates with its undulating surfaces, where the metal seems to pulse and breathe with a life of its own. Vuillemet, a true alchemist of his art, compresses and shapes the rigid material into organic forms, creating a subtle play of light and shadow that invites the viewer to explore the cosmic symbols of the work.

The sculpture’s surface is crafted with meticulous precision, offering subtle textures and holographic effects that appear to change depending on the viewing angle. These distortions evoke the sensation of entering another universe—a world where metal no longer feels cold and industrial, but warm and fluid. Each curve and hollow tells a story of transformation, both material and spiritual.

Vuillemet’s genius lies in his ability to transcend the limits of metal, bending it to his creative vision using industrial tools—presses, grinders, and plasma cutters—but rendering it almost soft, like skin. The result is a work that bridges the tangible and the metaphysical, inviting the viewer to make a deeper connection with its mystical energy.

This unique sculpture, priced at €14,000, goes beyond a mere decorative object. It is a powerful work, capable of redefining any space it occupies. With only one remaining, this is a rare opportunity to own a piece that reflects both the artist's technical mastery and his avant-garde vision of form and meaning.