FLARE capsule collection 2023

Draga & Aurel introduce their latest capsule collection, FLARE, in collaboration with Todd Merrill Studio, premiering at Salon Art + Design New York 2023. This unique collection delves into the dynamic interplay of color and light refraction, featuring seven variations of coffee tables and a totem sculpture crafted entirely from Lucite.

FLARE emerges from a profound exploration of materials, highlighting their capacity to come to life through the interplay of color and light. Renowned globally for their mastery in using epoxy resin, Draga & Aurel push artistic boundaries by choosing Lucite, an acrylic material processed by hand with an innovative technique collaborating with skilled artisans on Lake Como, Italy.

Inspired by the three-dimensional color study of South Korean artist Jiyong Lee and the intricate compositional technique of Vasa Mihich in acrylic sculptures, Draga & Aurel focus on the concept of refraction, exploring the breakdown and composition of matter. Colored Lucite sheets in diverse shapes and thicknesses are meticulously combined to achieve captivating hues, then cut and glued to create a mesmerizing interplay of light—an epiphany for the observer. The result is versatile objects that transform when viewed from different angles, encapsulating the essence of a flare and embodying intuition, revelation, and discovery.

Todd Merrill Studio is the exclusive distributor of the line.