" Even a luxury object is fragile, poetic, and made by hand. Nothing is fixed.
At Frieze Los Angeles 2026, Ruinart, the world’s oldest champagne house, is hosting the U.S. debut of its latest Conversations with Nature installment. This year’s collaboration features Japanese artist Tadashi Kawamata, whose work explores the dialogue between the natural environment of Champagne and the house’s historic ethos.
Known for utilizing reclaimed construction materials, Kawamata’s vision is on display through March 1st at the Ruinart Lounge, showcasing blueprints for permanent in-situ installations which include a landmark observatory slated for the 4 Rue des Crayères estate in Reims.
Artist Tadashi Kawamata for Ruinart
The partnership also features an ultra exclusive collector’s piece: a 3-liter jeroboam of Ruinart Blanc de Blancs encased in a hand sculpted wooden “nest” with only 22 to exist globally.
“I wanted to create a small nest inside a champagne case,” says Kawamata. “A corner that is cut out and transformed into a tiny shelter. This is a metaphor. Even a luxury object is fragile, poetic, and made by hand. Nothing is fixed.”
Limited edition 3-liter jeroboam of Ruinart Blanc de Blancs