
It was during the renovation of the Vand’Est neighborhood that Romain Froquet visited Vandœuvre-lès-Nancy. Selected among eight artists presented by the Mathgoth gallery, he created an urban mural on the wall of the Vand’affaire building. It represents a monumental tree.
This tree is adorned with shimmering tones to compensate for the lack of sun exposure: "We're on a wall that faces north, that is always in shadow. That's why I worked with very luminous colors. And I’m adding some warmth with yellow, gold, ochre, colors very much linked to the earth." In the background, a turquoise blue evokes a radiant sky. This color enhances the warm atmosphere and highlights the mural with a striking contrast.
Simple, black curves outline the tree. This refined style gives it the appearance of a totem. These curves characterize Romain Froquet’s work, which focuses on the line and the connection between individuals. The representation of a tree fits perfectly with this concept: "Through its root system, it connects with its fellow trees. And it is also a metaphor for the human condition." This mural isn't just there to beautify the street. It also aims to spark conversation and encourage residents of this changing working-class neighborhood to question and debate. It would ultimately strengthen this connection that remains so important to the street artist.