Formica Brillante "Off Black"

FORMICA · Collector’s Artifact

Off Black

The Formica in Off Black captures the quiet side of surrealism. Inspired by Salvador Dalí’s balance of mystery and form, each pair reflects discipline, restraint, and the harmony between darkness and light. Designed in Miami and handcrafted in Modena, this piece invites collectors to regard elegance as a subtle act of rebellion.

Edition and Access

Honoring Salvador Dalí’s birth year of 1904, this release continues the Maison Marcel × Dalí Universe collaboration under Archive 001. Each colorway is produced in a limited series of 1904 pieces, numbered in shocking pink script inside the temple and mirrored on the archival box. Every pair is micro produced, never repeated in the same configuration, and formally entered into the Maison Marcel × Dalí Universe archive.

Philosophy and Symbolism

The Formica silhouette carries Dalí’s emblem of the ant, a symbol of transformation and persistence. In this Off Black edition, the frame becomes a study in contrast, depth meeting reflection. The temple tips conclude in a discreet spoon and fork motif, a final nod to Dalí’s fascination with everyday objects elevated into surreal icons. Each gesture of wearing or removing the frame becomes a small, deliberate act of art.

Every piece is handcrafted in Modena by artisans whose heritage reaches back to the 1950s, then finished with meticulous painted details. Each pair features Salvador Dalí’s signature on the temple and a corresponding signature on the lens, preserving his presence at both the periphery and the gaze.

This Standard Edition does not include the sculptural stand. Collectors interested in acquiring a matching stand or seeking additional information may contact hello@maisonmarcel.it for tailored assistance.

Details

• Edition: Standard Edition, 1904 pieces worldwide
• Origin: Handcrafted in Modena, Italy
• Material: Premium Italian cellulose acetate enriched with pigmented resin
• Hardware: Stainless steel core with precision hinges
• Lenses: ZEISS-certified impact-resistant sunglass lenses
• Compliance: Tested to FDA 21 CFR 801.410 and ANSI Z80.3 standards
• Lens Base: 6
• Lens Thickness: 1.8 mm
• Fit: Medium to wide
• Construction: Sculpted temples with controlled curvature
• Design Detail: Features Maison Marcel’s patented scooper element
• Signatures: Salvador Dalí signature on the temple and on the lens
• Numbering: Shock pink interior numbering mirrored on archival packaging
• Packaging: Archival presentation box, microfiber cloth, care booklet, authenticity documentation

Size & Fit

• Lens Width: 44 mm
• Bridge: 26 mm
• Temple Length: 95 mm
• Frame Width: 147 mm

Designed for close facial alignment, optical balance, and long-wear comfort.

Availability and Craft

Launching February 2026 across Europe and the United States. The Formica Off Black Standard Edition will be released in limited allocations to select partners and collectors Please allow up to four weeks for shipping. Each Maison Marcel frame is individually handcrafted. Subtle variations and irregularities are inherent to the process. No two pieces are identical. Every pair differs quietly from its sister pair, affirming its status as a singular work of wearable art.