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