Coral Decay #2
Coral Decay #2
A Fossilized Warning Cast in Eternal Materials
Coral Decay #2 is part of John Brevard’s Decay of Time collection—a series of functional sculptures that confront the fragility of our ecosystems while honoring the endurance of natural form. Each piece is entirely handmade and hand-polished, ensuring no two are ever alike.
To create this work, Brevard traveled the globe collecting coral that had washed ashore—displaced by climate change and ocean acidification. The coral was pressed into earth clay to form a mold. Recycled zinc was then poured into the cast, burning the coral out as the metal cooled—leaving behind a haunting void, like a fossil etched into molten memory.
The raw zinc structure is paired with hand-cut, hand-polished petrified wood—formed from trees turned to stone over hundreds of millions of years. Harder than steel, this material is sustainably extracted by hand from rainforests in Indonesia. Brevard and his team locate emerging fragments, then excavate them with care—never using heavy machinery, and often working for weeks to retrieve a single slab.
Once retrieved, each slab is refined with diamond saws and polishing tools. One small piece of petrified wood can take months to process—resulting in a smooth, organic surface with naturally unique grains ranging from ivory to deep brown.
Zinc, too, is sacred in its sustainability: an essential micronutrient for life and an endlessly recyclable element. It provides exceptional structural integrity and corrosion resistance. Each piece is finished with a thin layer of resin to seal the surface and offer comfort to the touch.
Specifications:
Materials: Recycled Zinc and Hand-Polished Petrified Wood
Size: 16" H x 16" W x 16" D
Color: Light Brown and Silver
Available for Immediate Delivery
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Part of the Decay of Time series by John Brevard
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Cast using coral displaced by climate change and ocean acidification
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Molded in earth clay, zinc cast burns out the coral, leaving a unique imprint
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Inlay features petrified wood, sustainably excavated and diamond-polished
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Zinc is infinitely recyclable, antimicrobial, and sealed with a soft resin coat
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Each piece is entirely one-of-a-kind—sculpted, not manufactured
A living archive of nature’s decay and endurance.
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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.
