Sculpted Sofa / Love Seat by Jacques Jarrige "Aubrac"

The Aubrac sofa by Jacques Jarrige is a two-seat sculptural work that blurs the boundary between furniture and art. Hand-carved from multiple layers of pressed cardboard—a humble material transformed through Jarrige’s inventive process—it is then sealed and finished with a matte lacquer, resulting in a surface that is both tactile and visually refined.

This method of construction, which builds volume through layering and shaping rather than assembling from prefabricated parts, is central to Jarrige’s practice. It aligns more closely with the language of sculpture than traditional cabinetmaking, allowing for an intuitive, gestural approach to form. The resulting piece carries the traces of the artist’s hand in every curve and contour, revealing a human presence and a sense of movement embedded in its structure.

Anthropomorphic in silhouette, the Aubrac sofa embraces the sitter with softly undulating arms and a gently contoured back. Despite its sculptural appearance, the sofa is exceptionally comfortable, and can be used with or without cushions. It may be fully lacquered, partially upholstered, or customized to suit the specific atmosphere of a space.

At once bold and inviting, Aubrac serves as a centerpiece that offers both repose and visual intrigue. It exemplifies Jarrige’s commitment to redefining utility through artistry, giving life and soul to a functional object.