L'Art et la Matière
Art & Material: A Tribute to Craftsmanship at Sofitel Paris le Faubourg
As part of the European Days of Craft, held under the esteemed patronage of the French Presidency, Sofitel Paris le Faubourg presents the exhibition Art & Material. Nestled in the heart of the Faubourg Saint-Honoré district—an epicenter of luxury and excellence—the hotel shines a light on the artistry and savoir-faire of master artisans, offering a captivating dialogue between heritage and modernity.
An Immersive Journey into Exceptional Craftsmanship
The exhibition unveils the visual alchemy between bespoke couture, textile design, and the rich diversity of artistic crafts. Beyond the exceptional jewelry showcased by BOCI, the exhibition highlights lesser-known yet equally fascinating disciplines: glass artistry, ceramics, straw marquetry, wrought ironwork, and more. Each piece celebrates the richness and refinement of materials, sublimated by master artisans, all members of the Confédération des Métiers d’Art.
New Dialogues Between Materials and Creations
When different artistic disciplines converge, they give rise to extraordinary creations: wrought iron engages in a conversation with the sumptuous fabrics of Ruffo Coli, cabochons of glass and delicate wood shavings illuminate an evening gown, laser-cut metal embellishes a coat with a striking collar, a woven textile transforms into sculpture, a sculpture becomes a fashion accessory. Each fusion pushes the boundaries of materiality, opening new horizons for artistic innovation.
A Tribute to French Excellence and Creativity
Through Art & Material, Sofitel Paris le Faubourg reaffirms its commitment to promoting the brilliance of artistic craftsmanship—an enduring legacy of savoir-faire and excellence. This exhibition reflects the precision, delicacy, and opulence that define French artistry, inviting visitors on a sensory journey where materials become an endless source of inspiration.
Practical Information
Art & Material Exhibition
Sofitel Paris le Faubourg – 15, rue Boissy d’Anglas, 75008 Paris
March 27 – June 27, 2025 – Free admission
Extend your visit with the De Main de Maître exhibition, April 4–7, 2025, at Bastille Design Center, 74 boulevard Richard Lenoir, 75011 Paris.
Couturiers
Atelier Nanyne – Sandrine Cibario – @nanyne-mariage
Jérôme Blin Créateur – 06 62 48 78 13 – jeromeblin.createur@gmail.com – @jeromeblin_officiel
Sophie Castagnetti – 06 66 49 84 28 – sophie.castagnetti@dbmail.com
Mirna El Hage – mirnaelhage.com – info@mirnaelhage.com
Chris Henriques – 06 59 50 57 37 – contact@chris.henriques.fr
Sylvie Kameni – 06 17 55 15 07 – skameni@yahoo.fr
Petra Marian – @petra_marian
Letz Martin – 06 11 86 15 47 – letzmartin@hotmail.fr
Jenny Sacerdote – 07 68 54 87 67 – lasuite@jennysacerdote.com
Anmary Teofil Dussac – 06 09 70 85 49 – teofildussac@hotmail.fr
Ali Thompson – 01 73 643 16 08 – ali-thompson.de
Zacometi – Paris – 06 21 29 87 30 – zacometi.fr – joizack@yahoo.fr
Master Artisans
Metalwork: Maison Alivon – 01 47 07 38 54 – maisonalivon@gmail.com – maison-alivon.com
Tapestry : Laurence Waldner – 06 26 03 16 21 – contact@laurence-waldner.com – laurence-waldner.com
Glasswork: Aurore Bouter – 06 71 86 75 52 – artisane@aurorebouter.com
Cut Metalwork : Sébastien Réal – 06 61 32 73 36 – seb@real-gallery.com – real-gallery.com
Straw Marquetry: Marianne Leal – 06 28 83 53 89 – ml.marquetterie@gmail.com
Artistic Ironwork: Christophe Marin – 06 18 95 59 56 – christophe.marin@free.fr
Paper Flowers: Yolande Domer – yo.domer@free.fr
Textile Painting: Patrick Covain
Fabric Flowers: Julie Lecoeur – 06 86 41 76 01 – contact@julielecoeur.com
Jewelry artisans
Fanny Acquart Gensollen – 06 62 61 89 93
Marie Archambaud – 06 81 33 14 43 – contact@mariearchambaud.com – @marie_archambaud_atelier
BeadsofAquarius – 06 85 59 28 78 – beadsofaquarius@yahoo.fr
Sylvie Blet – 06 62 00 66 71 – blet.sylvie@yahoo.com
Fabienne Fleury – 06 58 73 25 93 – contact@fabiennefleury.com – fabiennefleury.com
HH Création – 06 07 99 77 94 – hhcreation@orange.fr – @hhcreation
Kajika – 06 86 45 35 14 – helene.pestre@kajika-jewelry.com – kajika-jewelry. com
Atelier Montsalvy – 06 30 62 54 24 – montsalvy@free.fr – montsalvy.com
Maison Tambour – 06 70 17 09 07 – cecileparis.com – @maison_tambour
Fabrics
Ruffo Coli – ruffocoli.com – @ruffocoli
Materials
Wooden beads : Maison 1909 – 07 89 50 33 46 – direction@maison1909.com – maison1909.com
Wood : Ateliers de la Grève Blanche, menuiserie alternative – ateliersdelagreveblanche@gmail.com
Mother-of-pearl : Moana vahiné – specialiste-de-le-nacre.com
Linen : Marin Beaux-Arts – @marinbeauxarts
Gemstones and crystals: Crezus Paris – @crezusparis – crezus.fr
Embroidery thread and ribbons : Maison Sajou – sajou.fr – @maisonsajouofficiel
