MO?T & CHANDON INVITES THE PUBLIC TO EXPERIENCE AN EXCEPTIONAL MASTERPIECE IN ITS STORIED CELLARS

The must-see avant-garde relief, commissioned by the House to American artist Daniel Arsham,is the newest highlight of the historic Galerie Impriale

PARIS, Feb. 28, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Mot & Chandon is delighted to announce the masterpiece created in a first-time collaboration with contemporary American artist Daniel Arsham is now on public display in its historic cellars in Epernay, Champagne. First unveiled last Autumn to celebrate the Maison's 280^th anniversary in Paris in celebration of the reveal of the new cuve d'exception Collection Impriale Cration NO.1, the avant-garde artwork is now housed in the Galerie Impriale, a spectacular new focal point of the visitor's tour of the cellars.

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Commissioned by Mot & Chandon, the magnificent relief has become an integral part of the legacy of the House. Visitors to the Galerie Imprialewill appreciate the timeless quality of DanielArsham's contemporary artwork: its essence of time effortlessly harmonises in an eternal dialogue with the aged walls and champagnes that surround it, in a captivating fusion of the modern and the past, represented by the living heritage of Grand Vintages that surround the relief, one of the largest in the region.

For champagne lovers who would like to discover more about the latest addition to theMaison, Collection Impriale Cration NO.1, and dive into the creation at the heart of theHouse's craftsmanship, the tour Haute Oenologie is now available: a two-hour invigorating multi-sensorial experience including a tour of the historical cellar and adegustation featuring Mot Imperial, a Grand Vintage selected by Chef de Cave andmatured in Magnum bottles, and Collection Impriale Cration NO.1.

Visitors will explore the 28-kilometre maze of underground tunnels which form theMot & Chandon cellars and discover how the champagne is made a secret process passeddown over the years from one Cellar Master to the next. The tour Haute Oneologie isorganised for groups of a maximum of six people and is priced at 200 per person.

"We are thrilled to invite the public to explore our latest cellar addition - a distinctive artwork by Daniel Arsham that encapsulates our history and craftsmanship. Commissioned to coincide with the debut of our Collection Impriale Cration NO.1 - released in celebration ofMaison's 280^th anniversary - we are delighted that this artwork will remain permanently in our cellars, mirroring the timeless design of our exceptional new cuve," says Benot Gouez, Mot & Chandon's Cellar Master.

A Masterpiece that Captures the Art of Mot & Chandon's Craft

Daniel Arsham's monumental relief, one of the acclaimed artist's newest creations, is 3 meters long and 1.3 meters high. The splendid artwork captures core elements that illustrate the heritage of the House: two centralputti, raise a plaque adorned with "1743," the year the House was founded by Claude Mot; a female mythological figure the Greek deity "Pheme," personification of fame and renown - joyously toots a trumpet, resounding far and wide the reputation of the House; the architectural faade of the Chteau de Saran evokes the family saga of the Maison; the sprawling vineyards recall the abundance of the House's natural estate and the diversity of the Champagne region; and a wooden wine barrel pays tribute to the wine expertise and imperial connection that distinguishes the House.

Arsham chose a white cast resin as the medium for his masterpiece, a knowing nod to the chalky soils of the Champagne region that grace the walls of the cellars. Subtle traces of visible erosion instil a sense of the passage of time in the artwork, both an Arsham signature and an enigmatic element that infuses the piece with a timeless quality.

The Genesis of the Wall Relief

Arsham's piece was inspired directly by a stained-glass panel that has graced the entrance of House's cellars since the 1890s. The artist first discovered the panel on a tour of the Mot & Chandon estate in the company of Benot Gouez. He was enthralled by the allegorical richness of the panel which weaves well-chosen symbols to depict the renown of the House, the abundance of its vineyards and the expertise of itswinemakers.

A Preeminent Artist of his Generation

Hailed as the Archaeologist of the Future, Daniel Arsham is one of today's most impactful artists. His practice intertwines the essence of time, bridging past, present and future in a variety of materials. His unique mastery finds a harmonious resonance with the time-sensitive expertise of champagne-making atMot & Chandon.

"I am honoured to see my work showcased in such an important place within the legacy of Mot & Chandon, the Galerie Impriale. This collaboration has established a meaningful connection between my art and the heritage of the Maison, and I am proud to have contributed to its ongoing story." says DanielArsham.

Daniel Arsham's relief can be enjoyed by all visitors to the historical cellars of the Maison. Tours start from 40 per person.

Mot & Chandon's Visitors Centre operating hours:

From March 25^th to November 11^th, open every day from 9:30 to 17:30
From March 1^st to March 24^th and from November 12^th to December 29^th, open from Thursday to Monday from 9:30 to 17:30

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