Coral Decay #3
Coral Decay #3
A Fossilized Testament to Vanishing Oceans
Part of John Brevard’s Decay of Time series, Coral Decay #3 is a functional sculpture that captures a haunting moment in Earth’s ecological narrative. Each piece begins with coral washed ashore—dislodged by rising temperatures, acidification, and the quiet violence of climate change.
To preserve its natural beauty, the coral is pressed into earth clay to form a mold. Recycled zinc is then poured into the void, burning the coral away as the molten metal cools. What remains is an imprint—an absence etched in metal. A memory fossilized.
This raw zinc surface is contrasted with a smooth inlay of petrified wood—each piece hand-polished to a soft, tactile finish. The result is a singular object that feels both ancient and urgent: a relic of nature cast in a modern material, designed for reflection and reverence.
Specifications:
Material: Recycled Zinc with Petrified Wood Inlay
Size: 15.5" H x 20.25" W x 11.75" D
Color: Light Brown and Silver
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Part of the Decay of Time series by John Brevard
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Created using coral displaced by climate collapse
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Clay mold casting process preserves natural coral forms
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Symbolizes the poisoning and loss of marine ecosystems
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Handmade and hand-polished; no two pieces alike
A fragment of Earth’s story—preserved in sculptural stillness.
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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.
