Artist: Costa Design
Title: Joker Table
Technique:  Steel, leather, electric clock
Size: 121x70x61 cm, around 100 kg
Edition: 10 worldwide

In the realm of artistry and craftsmanship, Jean Octobon emerges as a luminary, showcasing his unparalleled mastery through his creation, the Joker Table. Crafted meticulously by hand from the finest steel material, this masterpiece transcends the boundaries between furniture and horology.

At first glance, the Joker Table captivates with its intricate design and impeccable attention to detail. Its surface, resembling a conventional table, belies the intricate mechanisms hidden beneath. Yet, it is upon closer inspection that the true marvel of this creation is revealed.

Embedded within the table’s dial are two mesmerizing eyes, each intricately crafted to move in synchrony with the passage of time. As the hands of the clock glide gracefully across the dial, the eyes follow suit, creating an illusion of life within the static confines of the table. The dial itself takes on the semblance of a joker’s face, each tick and tock echoing the mischievous grin of its namesake.

But the artistry of the Joker Table extends beyond its aesthetic appeal. The fusion of form and function is epitomized by the table’s leather-clad band, exuding elegance and luxury in equal measure. The juxtaposition of steel and leather, precision and finesse, culminates in a piece that transcends mere furniture, becoming a testament to the boundless creativity of its creator.

With the Joker Table, Jean Octobon invites us to reimagine the ordinary, to see beyond the confines of tradition, and to embrace the extraordinary in the everyday. It is a testament to the enduring power of art to captivate, inspire, and transcend the boundaries of the ordinary.