Art déco & Design

Over the last few years, 20th-century furniture has been attracting a large number of enthusiasts who want to incorporate into their interiors pieces conceived by designers who embody simplicity, comfort and ergonomics to perfection.

From the end of the 19th century, Art Nouveau marked a break with the past, with its use of curves and "whiplash" lines and the predominance of motifs from nature. Emile GALLÉ, master glassmaker, cabinetmaker and ceramist, remains a major figure and a perfect representative of this naturalist trend. This trend became more radical in certain countries such as Austria and Germany, with the use of straight lines and a more sober vocabulary, giving rise to Art Deco.

Art Deco, which really took off in the 20s, was characterised by sober lines and rich materials. Designers such as Jacques-Emile RUHLMANN, Jules LELEU, Jean ROYERE, Louis MARE and André SUE guided the production of these pieces.

The 50s and 60s saw the emergence of a new approach to furniture, using simple materials combined with new industrial techniques (plastic, plywood, metal). Jean PROUVÉ, Charlotte PERRIAND, Le CORBUSIER, Verner PANTON, Eero SAARINEN, Charles & Ray EAMS and Harry BERTOIA are just some of the great designers of the period.

Finally, contemporary designers are renewing design with unique pieces. François-Xavier and Claude LALANNE or Hervé VAN DER STRAETEN combine refined aesthetics, elegance and innovation, demonstrating a permanent quest for modernity.

Our team is on hand to advise you and appraise your works in Paris and throughout France.

Our team is here to advise you and come and appraise your works in Paris and throughout France.