Ingrid Donat Commode Ooni

The Commode Ooni, the latest addition to Ingrid Donat's series of functional artworks known as commode aux engrenages, embodies a fusion of anthropomorphic inspiration and historical significance. The Ooni pays homage to ancient African tribal masks and the cultural tradition of scarification, which deeply influences Ingrid Donat's artistic style. This connection to her personal heritage, particularly tied to Réunion Island, which is where her father is from, with its rich blend of African, Indian and Southeast Asian cultures, imbues her work with layers of meaning and symbolism.

The Commode Ooni, one of Ingrid Donat's masterpiece works, exemplifies her profound understanding of form, texture and craftsmanship. Marking a continuation of Ingrid Donat’s long-term affinity with the commode, the piece is a triumphant return to her signature aesthetic of linear scarification, a technique she has refined over the years to create intricate patterns that adorn the bronze surfaces of her creations.