3... 2... 1... GO One-of-a-kind zoomorphic sculpture

Zoomorphic sculpture in hand-patinated zinc sheet. A sketch by Yves Pagart reminiscent of the features of a stylized hare and a tortoise. Unique piece.

In 3… 2… 1 Go, Yves Pagart merges two emblematic figures of the universal bestiary: the hare and the tortoise. The hybrid born of this encounter defies classic oppositions — speed and slowness, momentum and patience, lightness and heaviness. The sculpture, heterogeneous and deliberately ambiguous, freezes the moment before the race: this suspended in-between where intention precedes movement. The title, evocative of an imminent departure, creates an ironic tension in the face of this composite body, unsuited to any finish line but rich in symbols. Between a diverted fable and a reflection on duality, 3… 2… 1 Partir questions the meaning of competition, progress and time itself, confronting the observer with the complexity of a departure that may never have happened.

Yves Pagart’s work is characterized by the manipulation of metal—bending, cutting, rolling, and smoothing steel sheets—to create sculptural furniture that often draws inspiration from the natural world. His pieces, such as the “Tamanoir” low table and the “Pangolin” dining table, exhibit organic forms that blur the line between art and functionality. These works are typically produced in limited editions, emphasizing their exclusivity and artistic value.

Pagart’s works have been exhibited internationally and are sought after in the art and design markets. Notably, his “Chaise longue ‘Mante’” (1998) achieved a record auction price of $12 000 at Christie’s Paris in 2024, underscoring his prominence in the field of contemporary functional art.