For the lawyer and plastic artist Robert Glick, smoking and enjoying a cigar is a passion, a feeling that he infuses into the creation of unique pieces ranging from ashtrays or lighters to shoes, musical instruments or humidors.
Through Art de Fumar, he shares his love for cigar culture with interventions carried out on various objects, from the union of hundreds of cigar bands that make up a kind of puzzle. “I’m always seeking to work on something new, something no one has seen or even thought of,” he says.
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Among his extensive catalogue, Robert has produced various works that have allowed him to collaborate with the Carlito and the Fuente family foundation, from the Dominican Republic, to raise funds for various social activities.
During the 2024 edition of the Premium Cigar Association (PCA) trade show, the artist created a piece titled Cigar Man for La Galera Cigars in front of the public over two days. The artwork features a face and a hand holding a cigar, created using nearly 200 rings from this brand.
“It’s always an honor and a privilege to work on a piece of art live, as you have the opportunity to witness the amazement of those who observe it; they see how a common object transforms and gradually acquires a different meaning from its original appearance through the intervention process,” he explains.
Robert, known as Art de Fumar, keeps his schedule open to collaborate with any brand, Cigar Lounge, or company interested in owning one of his pieces: ‘Life must be enriched with many friendships, relationships to love and be loved, as they are the greatest source of happiness in existence. This is the message I aim to spread,’ he says. Because where there is smoke, there is art…
For more information, to inquire about hiring, or to purchase pieces in stock, you can scan the QR code below or visit the @artdefumar account on Instagram.
SPECIFICATIONS
Height: 14 inches.
Width: 6 inches.
Depth: 5 inches.
Rings used: 200
Time of preparation: Two days.
