Antoine Van Loocke

The work “AdHucStat” by Antoine Van Loocke reflects his characteristic combination of art, craftsmanship and symbolism.

Van Loocke, known for his unique approach to knife making and the reuse of materials, creates works that go beyond purely functional objects. It integrates elements such as high-speed materials (e.g. stellite 6K, an alloy used in stealth technology) and unconventional handles, such as whale penis bone, coral, horn, ivory (narwhal) or meteor rock.

With this work he explores the connection between tradition and technology, making it both a functional and conceptual masterpiece. It emphasizes his philosophy of sustainability and the revaluation of materials, combined with an aesthetic sensitivity that elevates his creations to works of art. It is part of his broader oeuvre in which he links craftsmanship to a strong symbolic charge.