CODE
“A Fusion of Tradition and Technology”
Design: Arik Levy
RIC-05
Vase
cm 26 H x 20 Ø
Base: Matt Electric Blue
Dots: Coral red
RIC-06
Vase
cm 30 H x 19 Ø
Base: Matt Black
Dots: Black
Designer
Arik Levy
“Creation is an uncontrolled muscle,” according to Arik Levy (born 1963). As an artist, technician, photographer, designer, and video artist, Levy’s skills are multidisciplinary, and his works are exhibited worldwide. Best known for his sculptures, such as his signature Rock pieces, his installations, limited editions, and designs, Levy emphasizes that “The world is about people, not objects.”
Originally from Israel, Levy moved to Europe after participating in his first group sculpture exhibition in Tel Aviv in 1986. He established his studio in Paris in 1992. Battling severe dyslexia, art became his primary mode of expression. His background was unconventional, filled with surfing and painting on surfboards as if they were canvases, along with running his art and graphic design studio, which consumed much of his time back home. After years of practice, Levy pursued formal education at the Art Center Europe in Switzerland, earning a BS with distinction in 1991.
Following a period in Japan, where he refined his ideas while observing Japanese minimalist culture and lifestyle and engaging in diverse experiences such as manufacturing products and creating pieces for exhibitions, Levy returned to Europe. There, he expanded his artistic contributions to contemporary dance and opera through set design and installations.
The establishment of his studio marked a return to his first love, art, which was soon followed by ventures into industrial design and other creative expressions. Now considering himself more of a “feeling” artist, Levy continues to make significant contributions to both our interior and exterior environments, including public sculptures and complete environments adaptable for multi-use. “Life is a system of signs and symbols,” he observes, “where nothing is quite as it seems.”
Arik Levy holds the title of Chevalier des Arts et des Lettres de la République française, recognizing his contributions to the arts.
Introducing the Arik Levy “Code” vase
The Project
A Fusion of Tradition and Technology.
Inspired by Nuovaforme’s exceptional ceramic craftsmanship and their innovative Riccio enameling technique, the “Code” Vase is a testament to the art of coding and decoding, both in the world of ceramics and beyond.
This vase draws its inspiration from ancient Egyptian ceramic vessels, reimagined with a contemporary twist and a gaze towards the future. Its design embodies a top-down view reminiscent of a bank safebox, complete with a shutter mechanism that infuses the vase with a captivating visual dynamism and a tactile, kinetic quality.
What truly sets this masterpiece apart is the meticulous application of the Riccio dot technique on its surface. These delicate dots are strategically placed precisely where one would naturally hold the vase, making the act of picking it up a tactile and sensory experience. As hands caress the vase, they engage in a form of “hand reading,” tracing the patterns of the dots and decoding a unique message that we each invent in our own interpretation. The journey of the dots, as they gradually move across the surface and leave their original positions, symbolizes freedom and the expression of movement—an art form in itself. Gazing at the vase for an extended period, one can witness the dots’ captivating journey of exploration and transformation.
Arik Levy, the visionary artist behind this creation, has seamlessly blended tradition and technology to craft a vase that transcends mere functionality. With the “Code” Vase, he invites us to embark on a sensory voyage, connecting with the past while embracing the future.
To explore more of Arik Levy’s work, visit www.ariklevy.fr www.ariklevy.fr
