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David Lynch's Espresso Table featured in Room East's 'Abnormcore' exhibition

exhibition · 2026-04-22

Room East presents 'Abnormcore,' an exhibition showcasing home decor-inspired sculptures and paintings by eight artists. Among the works is David Lynch's Espresso Table from 1988, a minimal furniture piece that evokes Donald Judd's aesthetic while referencing Lynch's film 'Fire Walk With Me.' The table features legs and tension cables that initially appear incongruous but ultimately create a dynamic balance. Lynch, known primarily as a filmmaker, also works as a painter, animator, cartoonist, and furniture designer. He published a memoir titled 'Catching the Big Fish' in 2007 through Tarcher. Additionally, Lynch has launched an organic coffee line. The exhibition highlights his lesser-known creative pursuits beyond cinema.

Key facts

  • David Lynch's Espresso Table (1988) is featured in the exhibition
  • The exhibition 'Abnormcore' includes works by eight artists
  • The exhibition is at Room East
  • Lynch's table is described as minimal with legs and tension cables
  • Lynch published memoir 'Catching the Big Fish' in 2007
  • Lynch has a line of organic coffees
  • Lynch works in multiple creative fields including furniture design
  • The table references Lynch's film 'Fire Walk With Me'

Entities

Artists

  • David Lynch
  • Donald Judd

Institutions

  • Room East
  • Tarcher

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