00:16

Jean-Michel Othoniel

Lotus of Hope

€5,000

Edition of 2530.0 (H) × 25.6 (W) × 26.1 (D) cm

Sold out

Love this work?

Subscribe to get notified about any cancellations and early access on next releases.

From his studio in Paris, Jean-Michel Othoniel sculpts in search of opulent, unabashed beauty.

Our debut collaboration, Lotus of Hope, is released to coincide with World Aids Day, and the majority of proceeds from the edition will be donated to the New York City AIDS Memorial.

“The lotus is a symbol of rebirth and of purity, that emerges over the swamp and doldrums to reveal its great beauty. Although I think we’re finally at this time of rebirth, it’s essential to never forget about the swamp.”

Medium

Metal-plated bronze sculpture with a polished, mirrored finish.

Certificate of Authenticity

Arrives with a certificate of authenticity.

Finishing

Edition number and artist signature engraved on base.

Release date

December 01, 2021

Payment

Pay with bank card, crypto, Apple Pay or Google Pay. If you wish you to use an alternative payment method, get in touch.

Policies

Returns and refunds

This artwork is protected by a resale agreement, which all collectors will need to sign before placing an order. More details in our FAQs

Go deeper

01:52

Jean-Michel Othoniel looking towards the camera with his arms crossed

Jean-Michel Othoniel3 collaborationsThere are no limits to what Othoniel can imagine with glass. With a three-decade-long career behind him, his monumental sculptures only continue to grow in scale and symbolism. Utilising unorthodox materials including sulphur, wax and volcanic glass, Othoniel explores the possibilities of material, and how such materials reveal the poetic fragility of human experience. Colossal beaded necklaces are a central motif. With no-one wearing the chains, they represent “absence” and the ephemerality of life. Byzantine dances from the Middle Ages are an important influence, as well as the complex forms of nature. Resisting trends within conceptual art in the 1990s, Othoniel wanted to create something unabashedly beautiful.

Who else should know about this work?

Help us spread the word

Reviews from Avant collectors

outstanding paper quality and excellent packaging. love it.
Review of Actual Size
im thrilled and am looking forward to purchasing another piece soon!
Review of Guardian
It was beautifully packaged and was a joy to unbox. The piece itself is stunning, especially for the price.
Review of Descendent - Lucid Dreamer
its wonderful. i love buying from you all.
Review of Sierra
Notifications and packaging were spot on. I will definitely make future purchases.
Review of Iris
simple perfection. just keep it up!
Review of Portrait of Francis Bacon
Avant arte staffs are lovely. They always kindly help when I have problem or question.
Review of City Fountain
Overall, a very satisfying and educational experience! I greatly appreciate the various updates during the production and shipping processes. Thank you very much.
Review of Actual Size

Discover more sculpture editions on Avant Arte

See all

Available

Nathalie Djurberg & Hans BergThe AdvantageFrom €7,500

Available

Hebru BrantleyGaia (White Marble)€35,000

Draw

Ai WeiweiToy Brick Left Hand (Red)€550Closing on 30 November

Available

Paul McCarthySanta with Butt Plug Bronze 11.4 inches€25,000