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 Alban Lanore and Nanou Grimault have been sharing an extraordinary life where art, travelling and nature blend harmoniously. Since 1994, anyone walking down Daumesnil Avenue is struck by the amazing tree trunks and braided lianas which occupy the entire window of their workshop at vault 63. Under the name "Vertical", they sell their "vegetal sculptures" to private individuals and many companies with constantly growing success.
In 1999, a trip to Gabon forever changed their lives and their art, from a both an ethical and esthetic standpoint. Indeed, amazed by the beauty and wealth of forests in Gabon, whose trees can reach a height of 60 meters, they returned to France and began working wood differently, leaving a bigger place for Nature's artistic bend.
In fact, according to Alban, it is Nature herself who does all the work. Since then, they get their wood in the Amazon. Alban and Nanou make a point to never cut the wood they use. They either find wood on the forest floor or purchase the unused cuts from forest concessions.
Another key moment in their lives was meeting Brazilian artist Frans Krajcberg in 2000. Although he's been living in Paris for 45 years, this discreet and humble man is not only an exceptional artist, but politically committed to defending the preservation of forests in Brazil. His work can be viewed at the Espace Krajcberg, located 21 avenue du Maine in Paris.
Ethical and artistic: two commitments which deeply define their lives and their work.
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