- Art & Design
An exclusive exhibition of thirty new pieces celebrating the 25th anniversary of the gallery.
The exhibition ANTIDOTE is a powerful artistic response to the speed and transience of our modern age. Hervé Van der Straeten, a master of design, merges a playful, dynamic aesthetic with unparalleled craftsmanship in this collection. The result is a diptych inviting visitors to marvel and reflect. ANTIDOTE offers a refreshing and optimistic perspective on design. Van der Straeten plays with graphic lines, bold shapes, and vibrant colors. Shiny lacquers, sparkling plexiglass accents, and a palette of bright, almost fluorescent hues evoke a sense of energy and joy. The designs are a harmonious blend of movement and volume, exuding a dynamic force that encourages a positive outlook on the world. 
The exhibition also pays tribute to craftsmanship and traditional furniture- and object-making techniques. Each piece is a masterpiece of precision and patience, crafted in Van der Straeten's workshops near Paris. Highlights include an impressive wardrobe with exotic wood marquetry, an ebony cabinet with delicate lapis lazuli inlays, parchment-clad furniture showcasing rare artisanal skill, and lighting fixtures made from bronze and rock crystal, emphasizing the play of light and material.
Within each piece lies a story of patience and perfection, a reminder of the power of craftsmanship
The name ANTIDOTE reflects the exhibition's message: to counterbalance the rapid, fleeting impulses of today’s world. This collection invites visitors to pause, appreciate the beauty of craftsmanship and design, and experience a sense of timelessness. It’s a reminder of the power of handcraft, creativity, and attention to detail in a world increasingly driven by haste and consumption.
Hervé Van der Straeten is a French designer with an international reputation in the design world. For over 25 years, he has pushed the boundaries of materials and techniques, creating collections that are both visually striking and technically refined. From his iconic design of the J'adore perfume bottle for Dior to his unique furniture and lighting pieces, his work reflects a perfect balance of artistic freedom and craftsmanship. 
Don’t miss this extraordinary exhibition and discover how Van der Straeten merges art and design in a collection that is both contemporary and timeless. ANTIDOTE is not just an exhibition but an experience—a celebration of beauty, craftsmanship, and inspiration.
Images courtesy of gallery Hervé Van der Straeten
Text by Ine Simons