Coral Decay #4
Coral Decay #4
A Fossil of Time, Cast in Metal and Memory
Coral Decay #4 is a meditation on impermanence. Part of John Brevard’s Decay of Time series, this functional sculpture captures the delicate erosion of our natural world—transformed into a powerful architectural design object.
Each piece begins with coral collected from shores around the world—displaced by rising oceans and climate shifts. Rather than letting these remnants disappear, Brevard preserves their intricate beauty through a lost-form casting process. Recycled zinc is poured into molds holding the coral, which is burned away, leaving behind a haunting, exact imprint. Like a fossil. Like a memory. Set in metal.
To counterbalance the raw, elemental zinc, Brevard inlays smooth slabs of petrified wood—polished by hand to a soft sheen. The result is a striking contrast of textures: erosion and permanence, light and weight, time and stillness.
Each sculpture is handmade and entirely unique—an object of purpose and reflection.
Specifications:
Material: Recycled Zinc with Petrified Wood Inlay
Size: 15.5" H x 16.5" W x 11.25" D
Color: Light Brown and Silver
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Part of the Decay of Time collection by John Brevard
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Cast using coral displaced by climate change
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Recycled molten zinc captures the fossilized void
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Topped with hand-polished petrified wood
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A functional sculpture—at once raw and refined
A relic of nature. A reflection of now.
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John Brevard, an American architectural designer and artist, creates at the intersection of natural order and human experience. A transformative near-death experience, which erased all memory before age 14, ignited his profound exploration of fractals, sacred geometry, biomimicry, and the ethereal dynamics of space.
This obsessive quest for understanding forms the foundation of his design philosophy—a vision that seamlessly weaves energy-enhancing architecture with the organic principles of nature. By dissolving the boundaries between self and environment, Brevard redefines how we inhabit and experience the world around us.
In 2007, John Brevard launched his eponymous lifestyle brand, a seamless fusion of accessories, furniture, art, architecture, interior design, and sculpture. His visionary creations have been showcased worldwide, gracing prestigious venues such as Galeria Philia, Nilufar Gallery Milano, Art Basel, Studio 27, and Maxfields LA, as well as platforms like Matches, Farfetch, and 1stdibs.
A member of the Council of Fashion Designers of America (CFDA), Brevard’s influence extends into the fashion world. His work has been celebrated in leading publications, including Vogue, Forbes, Vanity Fair, and more, solidifying his place as a trailblazer in design and innovation.
