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SET OF 8 French Mid-Century / Art Deco Dining Chairs Signed by Jules Leleu

Creator: Jules Leleu
Offered by: Thomas Gallery Ltd.

Description
An Important SET of 8 French Art Deco / Midcentury Modern Dining Room Chairs signed by the French master designer and decorator, Jules Leleu. This rare set of chairs expresses the height of elegance and good taste which Jules Leleu was known for. Each chair is identical has pure form and lines. The front legs are round and tapered and end in round brass sabots; the rear legs are slightly sabered. The seats are plush and generous and the seat backs are exquisitely designed and carved to show their inner architecture. Overall, they are exquisite works of art and will add grace to any residence. Jules Leleu was among the great creators in France during the Art Deco and Mid-Century periods. Numerous monographs and design articles tout his brilliant vision, design acumen, choice of the highest quality materials and excellent standards of handmade workmanship. These chairs were originally part of a set that included 2 sideboards and a round dining table. Dimensions: H 37 x W 20.5 x D 20.5

Additional References: Emile-Jacques Ruhlmann, Jean-MIchel Frank, Alberto and Diego Giacometti, Dominique. Lous Sue and Andre Mare, Andre Arbus, Jacques Adnet, Jacques Quinet, Marc du Plantier, Gio Ponti, Paolo Buffa, Modern Neoclassical.

More Information

Documentation:	Signed
Origin:	France
Period:	1950-1979
Materials:	Brass,Hardwood,Upholstery,Hand-Carved,Hand-Crafted
Condition:	Good. Refinished. Reupholstered. Sample upholstery fabric is shown; the pieces are ready to be re-upholstered in your fabric of choice.
Styles / Movements:	Modern, Mid Century
Incollect Reference #:	678833

Dimensions

W.	20.5 in;	H.	37 in;	D.	20.5 in;
W.	52.07 cm;	H.	93.98 cm;	D.	52.07 cm;

Message from Seller:

T. Thomas Gargiulo came from a dual background as a Ph.D. in Psychology with extensive training in Art History and Anthropology to form Thomas Gallery in downtown Manhattan in 1997 to balance intellectual with design pursuits. Since its inception the gallery has seen decorative arts as a vibrant representation of human culture of each age and as a portal to understanding it. P: 917.434.4032 E: thomasgalleryltd@gmail.com