A paperweight, an occasional doorstop and a sculptural object, Arik Levy’s Lingot reinterprets a universal symbol of wealth, bringing it into our interiors. Together with Leblon Delienne, the artist and designer breathes new life into this creation, combining a statement with function, humour and emotion.

Its mirror-polished gold chrome finish catches the light and reflects its surroundings. Depending on where it is placed, the Lingot draws the eye or blends into the décor. Its weight gives it a tangible presence as well as a practical purpose.

For Arik Levy, this physical dimension echoes the emotional and symbolic weight of objects: their value also lies in how they make us feel. Its engravings extend this reflection, drawing on the traditional markings of a gold bar, with a nod to the admission of women to the London Stock Exchange.

Accompanied by a certificate of authenticity, the Lingot is a creation to use, contemplate or give as a gift, bringing an unexpected perspective to everyday gestures.

The Lingot began with a Parisian anecdote: an espresso priced at €4.50 nearly twenty-five years ago. Surprised by the price, Arik Levy imagined that, in such a world, holding a door open with a gold bar would seem almost natural. This incongruity gave rise to an object that questions our perception of value. Usually kept out of sight, the gold bar becomes an everyday companion, placed on a desk or at the foot of a door.

An object as practical as it is distinctive, designed to fit naturally into the most refined interiors.