Art Works by Caroline Khelaifia

 Founded in 2006 by French-born Caroline Khelaifia, Maison Otto grew from a passion for curating beautifully crafted European brands and timeless objects inspired by the art of living well. Raised in a family immersed in fashion and creativity in France, Caroline developed an early sensitivity to fabrics, colours, textures and design — a foundation that continues to shape the Maison Otto universe today.

For over two decades, Caroline has worked across fashion, lifestyle and creative industries, cultivating a distinctive eye for pieces that feel authentic, elegant and emotionally resonant. Her artistic background in painting, jewellery and design brings a deeply personal and expressive dimension to Maison Otto’s carefully curated collections.

Alongside her curatorial work, Caroline has been carving mammoth tusk and jet since 2001, creating sculptural jewellery and collectible objects inspired by artefacts, symbolism and antique adornment. Working with ethically sourced fossil mammoth tusk — a legal and ethical alternative to elephant ivory in Australia — her creations celebrate noble natural materials and traditional hand craftsmanship through a contemporary artistic lens.

 

 

Beyond the boutique, Caroline also creates commissioned artworks inspired by atmosphere, interiors and personal stories, transforming spaces through colour, texture and artistic sensitivity. Whether through fragrance, homewares, fashion, jewellery or art, Maison Otto reflects her vision of beauty rooted in craftsmanship, emotion and the timeless elegance of French living.

Available at Maison Otto, Melbourne Australia.