Agnès Debizet's Ethereal Sculptures Blur Myth and Nature in Paris Exhibition
A new exhibition in Paris showcases the delicate yet striking work of 68-year-old artist Agnès Debizet. Running at Galerie Gastou until 6 June, Contes de brume features her latest white stoneware sculptures—ethereal forms that blur the line between plant life and mythical creatures. Debizet, a long-time resident of the Marais, has spent decades refining her craft in ceramics and textile art. Debizet's artistic journey began early. At just 17, she started embroidering an intricate tablecloth, a project that took her 20 years to complete. The piece is adorned with phoenix-like figures and birds in mid-flight, reflecting her lifelong fascination with transformation and nature.
Her practice extends beyond textiles into ceramics, where she constantly experiments with form and texture. The sculptures in *Contes de brume* embody this approach—organic, almost alien shapes that seem to grow from the clay. Over the years, her work has caught the attention of curators, including gallerist Melissa Paul, whom she met at the Révelations Biennial in 2017. Debizet's Marais apartment has long been both home and studio. There, she raised four children while filling the rooms with handcrafted objects. A recent renovation expanded the space to include five bedrooms, yet her creative process remains rooted in the same intimate surroundings.
The exhibition at Galerie Gastou highlights Debizet's ability to merge patience with bold creativity. Her sculptures and textiles reveal a career built on quiet dedication, from a tablecloth begun in her teens to the otherworldly ceramics on display today. Visitors have until 6 June to explore Contes de brume and the delicate balance between craft and imagination.
