Henry Baumann, a Berlin-based artist, transforms overlooked, seemingly worthless materials into extraordinary creations that redefine their purpose. His playful compositions, while visually lighthearted, conceal an impressive structural integrity that captivates the viewer. His work spans a remarkable range, from large-scale conceptual sculptures to intimate pieces of furniture design and lighting, showcasing his versatility and boundless creativity.
Baumann’s acclaimed Boo series epitomizes his artistry, featuring tables and seating crafted from meticulously stacked resin bubbles. These organic forms, influenced by chance yet guided by his thoughtful frameworks, glow with a gentle translucency that imparts a sense of fluidity and elegance. Resting atop polished brass feet, the pieces invite touch with their smooth, matte surfaces, striking a harmonious balance between structure and spontaneity.
Eschewing initial sketches, he works intuitively, embracing the unexpected. “When I’m experimenting with these materials, I often begin with an idea that fails—but through failure, something unexpected emerges. I’m fascinated by that process,” he shares.
A graduate in Product Design from the Akademie Beeldende Kunsten Maastricht in the Netherlands, Baumann burst onto the scene in 2012, winning the Recycling Design Award. His innovative works have been commissioned by private collectors in Maastricht and commercial clients like Novotel. His extensive exhibition history spans Vienna, Düsseldorf, Milan, Amsterdam, and beyond, with pieces featured in museum collections such as Kunstfestival Watou in Belgium and Kunstkraftwerk Leipzig
$11,682
Excessive Boo: amaranthine
By Henry Baumann
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Henry Baumann, a Berlin-based artist, transforms overlooked, seemingly worthless materials into extraordinary creations that redefine their purpose. His playful compositions, while v...
Resin
$12,272
Excessive Boo: Glacé
By Henry Baumann
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Henry Baumann, a Berlin-based artist, transforms overlooked, seemingly worthless materials into extraordinary creations that redefine their purpose. His playful compositions, while v...
Brass
$5,310
Trophy (Mother of Pearl)
By Henry Baumann
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Henry Baumann, a Berlin-based artist, transforms overlooked, seemingly worthless materials into extraordinary creations that redefine their purpose. His playful compositions, while v...
Resin
$5,900
Trophy: glacé
By Henry Baumann
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Henry Baumann, a Berlin-based artist, transforms overlooked, seemingly worthless materials into extraordinary creations that redefine their purpose. His playful compositions, while v...
Resin
$2,750 / set
H 21 in W 17.5 in D 17.5 in
Vintage Hand Carved Inlaid Mother of Pearl Side Tables, 20th Century
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Pair of intricately carved & inlaid mother of pearl side tables. Beautifully detailed on top, bottom & all sides make this pa...
Mother-of-Pearl, Wood
$1,850
H 18.5 in W 18.5 in D 18.5 in
Moroccan Midcentury Side Table with Hexagonal Top and Mother-of-Pearl Inlay
Located in Atlanta, GA
A Moroccan side table from the mid 20th century, with inlaid star motif. Created in Morocco during the midcentury period, this side table features an hexagonal top adorned with a lar...
Mother-of-Pearl, Wood
$2,775 / item
H 21.66 in W 12.21 in D 16.93 in
Melting Nesting Table M in Mother of Pearl & Bronze-Patina Brass by R&Y Augousti
By R & Y Augousti
Located in New York, NY
The Paris based label has distinguished themselves since their launch, with their iconic use of shagreen mixed with brass and other exotic materials. All furniture is handcrafted by skilled artisans, ultimately making each piece unique, designed in Paris and produced in the Philippines. The melting nesting...
Brass
$3,406
H 30.52 in W 22.05 in D 22.05 in
Stunning Antique Victorian 1860 Black Lacquer Mother of Pearl Chess Games Table
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer for sale this original Victorian circa 1860-1880 Mother of Pearl black lacquered with ornate gold leaf floral h...
Hardwood
$3,650
H 23.5 in W 18.75 in D 18.75 in
Antique Middle Eastern Arabesque Style Mother of Pearl Inlaid Table
Located in Houston, TX
Antique Middle Eastern, Moroccan or Moorish Arabesque style octagonal side table. This beautiful table has a great pattern with alternating intricately inlaid mixed woods and mother-...
Wood
$2,225 / item
H 19.69 in W 11.03 in D 11.03 in
Melting Nesting Table S in Mother of Pearl & Bronze-Patina Brass by R&Y Augousti
By R & Y Augousti
Located in New York, NY
The Paris based label has distinguished themselves since their launch, with their iconic use of shagreen mixed with brass and other exotic materials. All furniture is handcrafted by skilled artisans, ultimately making each piece unique, designed in Paris and produced in the Philippines. The Melting Nesting...
Brass
Antique Middle Eastern Arabesque Style Mother of Pearl Inlaid Table
Located in Houston, TX
Antique Middle Eastern, Moroccan or Moorish Arabesque style octagonal side table. This beautiful table has a great pattern with alternating intricately inlaid mixed woods and mother-...
Wood
Yena Console table Ebony Stain on Ash wood, Wall Mounted by Amorph
By Amorph Inc.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The Yena console table is a stylish and luxurious addition to any home. Its wall-mounted design and organic shape form make it a unique and eye-catching piece. The top of the table c...
Wood
$5,283
H 30.71 in W 48.82 in D 20.87 in
A 1970s, lacquered wood, mirrored glass and brass, Italian console table
By Memphis Milano
Located in Oxford, GB
This is a unique piece of furniture designed in the late 1970s for a boutique in Milan . Exeptional quality, the legs are turned wood , lacquered in an eau de nil colour and capped ...
Brass
James de Wulf Concrete Campaign Console
By James de Wulf
Located in Paia, HI
A mix of Brutalist form and Bauhaus design, the Campaign console table sets the tone in any space. The console top is constructed of reinforced, cast concrete, finished with a proprietary wax to give it a slick touch and unique sheen. The console legs are formed from iron, aged to a patina finish. The arches supporting the concrete table top...
Concrete, Cement, Iron, Wrought Iron
Vintage Boho Mother of Pearl Inlay Side Table
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A true jewel of artisanal craftsmanship, this vintage octagonal side table is a stunning example of the intricate inlay traditions of the Middle East. Masterfully handcrafted from wa...
Mother-of-Pearl, Wood
$3,500
H 28.5 in W 21.5 in D 21.5 in
Antique Table of Wood, Brass and Mother of Pearl Inlay, Carlo Zen, C 1900s
By Carlo Zen
Located in San Francisco, CA
Beautiful Pedestal or Side Table of Wood, Brass and Inlaid Mother-of-Pearl designed in Italy by Carlo Zen. A Classic Art Nouveau piece, this table is a perfect size.
Brass