Suspended Vanity (2026) Original Sculpture by Philippe Buil

Suspended Vanity is a handcrafted contemporary sculpture exploring the timeless themes of memory, impermanence, and the beauty hidden within fragility.

Created by French sculptor Philippe Buil, this unique skull is made from steel and bronze using his signature metal lace technique. Molten metal is patiently woven into an intricate openwork structure, allowing light to flow through the sculpture and constantly transform its appearance depending on the viewer's perspective.

Rather than representing death, the skull becomes a meditation on life, knowledge, and the traces we leave behind. The contrast between the strength of steel and the delicate transparency of the bronze lace creates a powerful visual tension, inviting quiet contemplation.

Entirely handmade in the artist's studio in France, every sculpture is an original work of art, accompanied by a certificate of authenticity. Suspended Vanity is designed for collectors who appreciate contemporary sculpture, exceptional craftsmanship, and meaningful artistic expression.

Materials used:

Steel and bronze

Details:

• Sculpture on Other
• One of a kind artwork
• Size: 10 x 23 x 11cm
• Ready to hang
• Signed on the front
• Style: Unspecified
• Subject: Still life