LONDON, ENGLAND, December 20, 2023 - Secteur Privé proudly presents Mark Brazier-Jones' first exhibition of manifesting machinery alongside a captivating group showcase featuring the paintings of Mario Vélez, Talia Golchin and Marcus Dove. This exhibition reflects the convergence of sound, and sacred geometry—A "Hermetic Technology."
Enhanced by specially curated pieces of contemporary art, the exhibition delves into the expansive spectrum and transformation of Mark Brazier-Jones' creations. Be immersed in a journey through an ensemble of ingenious designs—a fusion of practical marvels that not only resonate with sound but also pirouette to the enigmatic rhythms of sacred geometry.
Leading art PR agency JPR Media Group curated the guest list for the event which includes art press from BBC, World of Interiors, Financial Times How to Spend It, Telegraph, Observer, Guardian, Daily Mail, Lux Mag, Tempus, Fetch LDN, The Design Edit, Artsy, Recessed Space as well as museum and gallery curators from the British Museum, Tate Britain, Design Museum, Bonhams, and JGM Gallery.
Internationally celebrated the multifaceted artist, designer, sculptor, and engineer, Brazier-Jones (b.1956, New Zealand) stands as a virtuoso in his field. Originating from a background in ceramics, he catapulted into the world of furniture design after crafting iconic sets for the music videos of pop legends like David Bowie, Elton John, and Duran Duran. These endeavours sprouted from his era of "art welding performances" for enthusiastic band audiences.
Brazier-Jones' design narrative unfurls a rich tapestry of esoteric and archetypal imagery. Employing a mystical fusion of bronze, crystals, sumptuous fabrics, and other noble materials, his creations transcend mere craftsmanship. Instead, they emerge as alchemical wonders, marrying meticulous artistry with an enchanting, almost childlike mindfulness that renders every dream not just conceivable but achingly tangible.
A Revolution in Functional Art Unveiled
Since the dawn of his career in 1983 as a pioneering member of the Creative Salvage Group, founded with friends Tom Dixon and Nick Jones, Brazier-Jones has sculpted a collection and philosophy that redefine functional art. His works transcend boundaries, blending classical elegance with surreal dreams, ancient visions from the future, and a touch of the spiritual unknown. Critics have struggled to label his visionary art, using new imagined terms like neo-classical, space-age baroque, and even "post-nuclear antiques."
Esoteric Explorations and Whimsical Design
Brazier-Jones's design ethos is a kaleidoscope of esoteric and archetypal imagery. Through the use of bronze, crystals, sumptuous fabrics, and other noble materials, his pieces seamlessly blend an alchemy of craftsmanship with a curious, almost childlike mindfulness where no dream is out of reach. Dive into the world of domestic lighting, where he believes interior design truly comes alive when darkness falls. With a focus on creating mood, texture, shadow, and intrigue, his designs transform homes into dreamscapes.
From Museums to Rock Royalty: The Rise of Brazier-Jones
Celebrities who have bought Brazier-Jones' pieces include Madonna, Ridley Scott, Slash, Angelina Jolie, Courtney Love, Sylvester Stallone, Simon le Bon (Duran Duran), Terence Trent D'Arby, Lady Homa Alliance, Sam Taylor-Johnson, Lady Alia Forte, Princess Gloria von Thurn & Taxis, Francesca von Habsburg, David Gahan, Karl Lagerfeld, amongst other private collectors.
Brazier-Jones's legacy echoes in prestigious museum collections worldwide, from the Victoria & Albert in London to the Museum of Art & Design in New York and the Musée des Arts Décoratifs in Paris.
Today, Brazier-Jones's studio can be found in a 16th-century barn in Hertfordshire, where he continues to work on private commissions, crafting most of his limited-edition and one-off designs by hand.
"The mathematics of vibration and geometry is in fact a language. It is the language of truth."
"I feel I have simply been a conduit for the manifestation of these artefacts, and my hand has been guided by a separate force. Often, I have realised a piece from ideas and components gathered many years ago. It is as though my subconscious mind had chosen these ingredients in order to make them available for an appropriate future." Mark Brazier-Jones
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