Paris, France
“We are celebrating the poetry of the luxury world that we create together. We are proud to say that our values in terms of know-how are aligned with Christofle’s, which has allowed us to create precious, timeless pieces for the past ten years,” states Marcel Wanders.
Marcel Wanders and Christofle are once again collaborating to present a special capsule collection based on the seven deadly sins, along with an exceptional Haute Orfèvrerie piece and new finishes to celebrate the 10th anniversary of the iconic Jardin d’Éden collection.
These new designs enrich the Jardin d’Éden collection, recognizable by its iconic signature motif:
interlaced leaves, winding fleur-de-lis, and a decorative apple against a geometric matrix, all evocative of a luxuriant garden.
Ten years ago, Marcel Wanders studio and Christofle came together with the desire to beautifully enhance silverware and tell a story based on gourmandises.
Over the years, Jardin d’Éden has expanded to encompass the house’s other areas of expertise.
The special capsule collection based on the seven deadly sins.
Wanders is continuing the story of the Garden of Eden and once more reinterpreting the theme of temptation and the seven deadly sins with a collection of silver-plated accessories showcasing the luxuriant garden. Inspiration was drawn from Dante’s work, “The Divine Comedy.”
Lost in the wild forest of sin, the poet goes on an imaginary journey to Hell, Purgatory and Paradise.
With a particular interest in the story of Purgatory, defined by Dante as the most human place between heaven and hell. This in-between place is where souls who are sorry for their sins can redeem themselves.
These sins are characterized as the seven deadly sins: Pride, Envy, Anger, Sloth, Greed, Gluttony and Lust.
The seven silver-plated pieces presented today illustrate these seven deadly sins, each of which is also symbolized by an animal.
Each animal is invited to enter the fantastical decoration of the luxuriant garden, created and hand-designed by Marcel Wanders studio, featuring a wealth of arabesques and sensual volumes.
The first piece in the collection is a pocket mirror, depicting a majestic peacock unfurling its unique plumage. Placed at the center of the motif, all the better to catch the eye, this elegantly regal animal symbolizes Pride, basking in its singular beauty.
A key ring in the shape of a snake bringing together the keys to your valuables. Silent and deadly, the snake represents the sin of Envy, ready to attack to seize hold of these highly coveted treasures.
To represent Sloth, a pocket ashtray depicting a small and solitary snail that moves slowly without worrying about the world around it.
Greed is symbolized by a money clip. A toad that embodies cupidity is engraved on the clip. This greedy creature takes your money and doesn’t let go!
The honey dipper evokes Gluttony, embodied by a bear. This dipper contains an entirely unreasonable amount of honey, to thoroughly satisfy the gluttonous bear that lies dormant within us!
Last but not least, the sin of Lust is symbolized by a set of three engraved dice, each with a face illustrated with an insatiable goat, turning Lust into a game.
For collectors, a special collector’s set of 49 pieces is created, numbered, and signed by Marcel Wanders.
Crafted in lambskin embossed with the Jardin d’Éden motif, it holds the entire anniversary collection of the seven deadly sins in an exclusive version with a rose gold finish.
Project: Seven Deadly Sins
Architects: Marcel Wanders Studio
Manufacturer: Christofle France S.A.
