PEPPONE

Located in the Luberon region of Provence, Peppone's workshop, also known as Christophe Tixier, is a true treasure trove of reclaimed pieces. As a passionate sculptor and collector, he has gathered thousands of diverse objects that coexist in a dense and informative jumble. Among these objects are nearly 500 comic books that inspire the artist daily in his creations.

Peppone's parents, both of whom were teachers, instilled in him the belief that sharing is one of life's greatest riches. His first comic books were given to him by his father, and he subsequently enriched his collection by frequenting flea markets, attending auctions at municipal libraries, and through the generosity of friends and strangers alike. The artist utilizes this abundance of paper to create brightly colored and variegated resin forms imbued with popular symbolism that evoke the innocence of childhood and his native territory. Peppone draws inspiration from the worlds of Star Wars, Marvel, and Walt Disney.

He has often stated that humans are the only living beings aware of their own mortality and that, in order to escape it, they reproduce, communicate, and dream, thereby creating a cyclical link between the past, present, and future. It is by carving into this abundance of paper that Peppone breathes life into his works, thus establishing an emotional connection with his father and perpetuating his legacy.