- Art & Design
In the past, we have already written about Kolkhoze, a Parisian gallery making a name for itself with collectible design from the twenty-first century. Their collections are a means to knead their search for evocative, refined creations into pieces that often fall in the grey area between sculpture and furniture. We are happy to tell you more about their mission, working, and one of the most coveted materials they keep returning to.
You are at the right address in the Rue des Archives for limited editions of both upcoming and known designers. Gallery Kolkhoze is not merely a platform that grants artistic names visibility, but they are also actively involved in the production of several pieces. For instance, they form a valuable link between interior designers and buyers on the one hand and contemporary artists on the other. The production by the gallery itself takes place exclusively in France and, moreover, they prudently select the best limited editions you can find at international fairs. Some of the most decisive criteria are the value of each piece on the design market and the guarantee of the masterly craftsmanship with which it was created. As for the collectibles, each item carries the signature of the artist, and you receive a certificate that proves the authenticity. Therefore, they are the ideal party to turn to as a private client when you are looking for something unique. Furthermore, the gallery supports residential and commercial projects and characterises their methodology with their far-reaching involvement. They continue this discipline even further to the styling and expertise services with which they aid collectors and aficionados by finding special objects and integrating them into their home fittingly. When it comes to this, they are both called on for contemporary design as well as vintage and antiques. 
The straightforward essence triumphs
Among gallery Kolkhoze’s favourite materials you will find onyx, a type of mineral met marble-like properties. Designers like Francesco Balzano, Martin Massé, Sattio Studio and Joris Poggioli know more than their way with it. Thanks to the stone’s delicate nature it belongs to the most valuable materials in the design industry, and it skilfully captures the essence of French know-how. Nuanced shades and vein drawings add to the sculpture ambiance that has by now become typical for their range. The straightforward essence triumphs, meaning that simplicity becomes a measure for sophistication. Next to this, they select blocks of onyx themselves to complete diverse projects, always with unbeatable results. Even though the gallery owners focus on pieces from the twenty-first century, a considerable part of their collection expresses a timelessness. You may surely interpret this as a silent witness of their taste, style, and vision. Lighting, tables, objects, and more are all represented in a portfolio that immediately convinces of their dedication to the craft. 
Gallery Kolkhoze is a household name far beyond Paris. Contemporary collectible design is their speciality, as is facilitating collaborations between different parties in the design industry. Nothing but the best suffices for them, which is proven among others by the repeated return to pure, fascinating materials like onyx. 
Images courtesy of Kolkhoze Gallery
Header image: design by Francesco Balzano
Images 2 - 7: design by Francesco Balzano
Image 8: design by Joris Poggioli
Image 9: design by Martin Massé
Text by Cara Jacobs