Burning Mirror – Melting Collection | Sculptural Mirror In Burned Wood And White Marble
by Gábor Góbi · Budapest, Hungary

BURNING Mirror is part of Gábor Góbi’s Melting Collection, a body of work exploring transformation, material memory, and the shifting relationship between function and sculpture.
Created from a reclaimed wooden window frame, hand-carved charred wood, and white marble, the mirror appears to dissolve into an organic landscape where architectural elements merge with natural forms. The carved wooden structure grows beyond the original frame, while flowing marble surfaces emerge through openings as if the material itself were melting and reforming.
By combining reclaimed materials with labor-intensive carving, the work challenges conventional perceptions of furniture and decorative objects. Once a functional window, the object is transformed into a sculptural mirror that preserves traces of its previous life while acquiring a new identity.
Each piece in the Melting Collection is entirely handcrafted, making every work unique through the natural character of the reclaimed wood, the carving process, and the dialogue between charred timber and polished marble.
A distinguished member of the ‘Melting Collection’, this piece is emblematic of a world grappling with the alarming pace of climate change—a narrative largely driven by human endeavors. The daily sights of receding ice caps and thawing tundras bear witness to this. In its design, the melding of wood and stone emerges as a potent symbol, reminding us of the collective imperative to safeguard our environment.
Each component of this candle holder narrates a tale of reclamation. Sourced from scrapyards, rediscovered on city streets, or salvaged from soon-to-be-demolished structures, these materials find a renewed purpose. This metamorphosis of forgotten elements into elegant designs not only represents a joyous creative endeavor but also underscores the potential for envisioning a future where harmony with nature is paramount.