Mantas Lesauskas (1984) is a designer and researcher renowned for his limited-edition furniture and sculptural design pieces that blur the lines between art and design. Known for his tactile approach, Lesauskas experiments with techniques and long-lasting natural materials to explore archetypes and rituals. His work is driven by a fascination with the narratives evoked by objects, aiming to create pieces that challenge and engage, much like art pieces do. His commitment to combining artisanal craftsmanship with innovative industrial processes is reflected in his design pieces.
A Vilnius Academy of Arts alum, Lesauskas earned a Licentiate of Arts in 2011 with his thesis ‘Narratives of Nostalgia in Design Objects’. He is also an associate professor at the Design Department at Vilnius Academy of Arts.
Lesauskas has had several solo exhibitions in various art galleries; his work can be found in Lithuanian museums as well as in private collections in Lithuania and abroad.
All photography by Darius Petrulaitis unless otherwise stated.