Eric Schmitt

A leading figure on the contemporary French design scene, Éric Schmitt has been developing a distinctive body of work for over thirty years, at the intersection of art, design and exceptional craftsmanship.

His formal style, both rigorous and sensual, is characterised by clean lines, a strong sculptural dimension and a remarkable mastery of materials – metal, glass, wood and stone.

Exhibited in galleries and museums worldwide, his creations embody a constant dialogue between innovation, craftsmanship and functionality.

This second monographic volume, covering the period 2015–2025, stands as a definitive reference work dedicated to Éric Schmitt’s recent work. Conceived as an ambitious and enduring publication, it is aimed at collectors, art market professionals, institutions and discerning enthusiasts of contemporary design.

The bilingual publication is structured in four parts: an introduction by Patrick Mauriès tracing the evolution of Schmitt's work over the past decade; a portrait of Le Chapitre, his home and workshops in a restored 12th-century farm near Paris, illustrated by photographs from Adrien Dirand and accompanied by a text by Sandra Babeanu; a central section exploring ten years of creations through ten thematic chapters, with commentary by Axelle Corty on his forms, materials, and artistic approach; and an extensive catalogue raisonné of over 700 works, documenting Schmitt's production since the 1980s and serving as an essential reference for professionals and collectors.