Marc Ricourt (B. 1963)

Marc Ricourt sources material for his work in the surroundings in which he lives, translating nature into sculpture. He draws his inspiration from the ancient utilitarian object of the vessel form, commenting that, ‘I’ve based my work around a simple but very essential object, as it was the first tool created and used by mankind… Useful yet mysterious, the closed vessel symbolically holds all mysteries and secrets of the human soul. My work on vessels has allowed me to develop a relationship between ancient or geographically remote cultures and civilizations and modern creations. The most important facet of my work is the research and exploration of new forms, colours, textures and finishes.’