Galerie MiniMasterpiece (Paris) will debut a striking installation crafted entirely from raw cardboard - at the center will stand a monumental 4-meter-long display table, presenting a curated collection of 50 jewelry designs by 11 contemporary artists and designers. The gallery utilizes the understated character of raw cardboard to evoke an intimate boudoir-like space for visitors to engage with the intricate jewelry designs. Each piece engages in a dialogue through organic forms, graphic lines, and intricate accumulations. Notable exclusives for the fair include debuts from Noé Duchaufour-Lawrance, Wang Keping, Walid Akkad, and Mathilde Bretillot. Galerie Maxime Flatry (Paris) will delve into the different nuances of lacquer, showcasing its diverse treatments. From the masterful works of Katsu Hamanaka, exemplified by a Tripod lacquer pedestal table with a tortoise shell pattern (circa 1935), to Jean Dunand’s extraordinary ‘bateau’ daybed in textured lacquered wood, copper, and silver (1920s). Refined Rarities. Design Miami.Paris will welcome a number of galleries whose presentations are dedicated to showcasing designers that exemplify the pinnacle of their refined crafts. Friedman Benda (New York/LA) will return to Design Miami.Paris to present an exhibition of works by leading international figures at the forefront of interdisciplinary innovation. Each piece on display will be shown in Paris for the first time. Highlights include Raphael Navot’s Encompass sofa, which will sit at the heart of the presentation, highlighting the Paris-based designer’s sense of composition, and attentiveness to comfort and craftsmanship. The gallery will also showcase Dr. Samuel Ross’ Amnesia or platelet apparition? and ANAESTHESIA I - both reflecting upon the evocative power of materials to advance social commentary on architectural theories and the collective experience. Meanwhile, Joris Laarman’s Ply Loop Chair, a prominent design from his latest series, reveals a captivating study in form and movement that stretches traditional plywood’s possibilities to new limits. The fully biodegradable material exemplifies the studio’s two decades of pioneering explorations at the intersection of cutting-edge technology. Other highlights include a rare and early ceiling lamp by Ettore Sottsass.

Karry Berreby (Paris) will present a curated exhibition of unique and precious jewelry. Marrying vintage pieces from the 1950s through to the 1980s, with a selection of pieces also designed by Berreby and contemporary artist collaborations, the gallery will celebrate jewelry masterpieces through the ages. Placing a spotlight on the exquisitely refined jewelry craft, the selected works exemplify powerful shapes and sculptural wearable designs. Thomas Fritsch-ARTRIUM (Paris) will dedicate its presentation to a collection of rare and unique ceramics crafted by renowned French ceramists from 1945 to 1970. Each piece highlights the artistic innovation and craftsmanship that defined this pivotal period in French ceramic history. Meanwhile, Galerie Mitterrand (Paris) will present a selection of significant works by the dynamic design couple Claude Lalanne and François-Xavier Lalanne: the instantly recognizable expressive and whimsical designs represent an exquisitely refined craftsmanship. Galerie Meubles et Lumières (Paris), recognized for its expertise in the avant-garde of 1960s French designers, will present works by creators who revolutionized the art of living with evolutionary design. Highlights include works by Christian Adam, Pierre Paulin, and Robert Mathieu, who pushed the traditionally accepted boundaries of creativity to create functional pieces of collectible design. The organic shapes and uniform colors of the works on show will create captivating conversations with the gilded interiors, parquet floors, and intricate moldings of L’hôtel de Maisons.

The Legacy of Modernism. This year’s gallery programming also pays homage to the profound legacy of Modernism, and its indelible impact on the story of collectible design. Galerie Patrick Seguin (Paris) presents the legacy of French Modernism through a curated collection of 20th century collectible masterpieces by designers including Jean Prouvé, Le Corbusier and Jean Royère, offering a striking dialogue with the classical interiors of L'hôtel de Maisons that speaks to the rich history and evolution of French design, from the ornate to the industrial, each offering refined beauty and ongoing legacy. Meanwhile, Galerie Downtown-Laffanour (Paris) places 20th century French masterpieces in conversation with 21st century icons. A thoughtful selection of works by French luminaries Charlotte Perriand, Jean Prouvé and Serge Mouille will be presented alongside visionary works by Ron Arad, Choi Byung Hoon and Ettore Sottsass, demonstrating the profound influence of French Modernism across the globe, from one century to another.