What if your laundry had a personality? Or if shoelaces and chairs could express emotions? Hungarian artist Tobias Izsó dives right into this surreal world with his playful and thought-provoking mixed-media sculptures.
Using everyday domestic items—think sweaters, shirt cuffs, zippers, and even chairs—Izsó transforms the ordinary into something strangely alive. His art feels like a peek into a dream where your laundry pile might get up and walk away, or a shoelace might whisper secrets. It’s quirky art that turns the mundane into the magical.
Izsó blends all kinds of materials in his work: wood, paper, leather, textiles—you name it. But it’s not just about clever materials or clever shapes. What really stands out is how his pieces tap into something emotional. They explore the quiet intensity of private spaces, like bedrooms and laundry rooms—places we often overlook but where we spend so much of our time.
There’s a strange kind of intimacy in these pieces. You might look at a crumpled shirt sleeve or a twisted shoelace and suddenly see a hint of sadness, playfulness, or even longing. The sculptures feel personal, yet universal. We’ve all had moments where our homes seem to echo our moods, and Tobias Izsó captures that beautifully.
If you’re curious to see his work up close, Izsó’s sculptures will be on display at Kunstverein Dresden this October. You can also check out more of his curious creations on his Instagram. Trust us—it’s not every day that laundry sculptures make you stop and feel something.
