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François-Xavier Lalanne
Paire Bougeoirs Elephant, Candle Stick, Animal, Ceramic, Lalanne, Design

1985

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Paire Bougeoirs Elephant, Candle Stick, Animal, Ceramic, Lalanne, Design Paire Bougeoirs Elephant Ed. 80 pcs 1985 Glazed ceramic and copper with original boxes 15 x 15.3 x 6 cm / 5.9 x 5.9 x 2.4 in.(each) Monogrammed, stamped, dated, numbered and editor's mark : FXL, Lalalnne, 85, EA43/80, EA42/80, Artcurial Certificate of authenticity issued by Artcurial Editon,. Provenance : Artist's Estate Collection of Marie Lalanne Literature : Claude et François-Xavier Lalanne, Vol.I, by F.-M Banier and J.G-Mitterrand, Montreuil, 2018, illustrated pp.24-25. Lalanne Bestiaires, by P.Mauriès, Edition, Paris, 022, illustrated pp.18. Throughout his career, François-Xavier Lalanne was particularly influence by the stone reliefs of ancient animals and the idolatrous sculpture of Hindu deities. The elephant is part of a sacred circle in the Hindu culture, they symbolize prosperity, intelligence, vivacity and wisdom. The animal is also the living embodiment of one of their most important gods: Ganesh. Thus, in his unique way, the artist transforms his fascination for the hidden inner life of this mammal into conceptual and evolved sculptural forms, while concealing a utilitarian function. With his singular ability, Lalanne adapts animal and mythological imagery into unique pieces of furniture. Surrealism enters into the elaborate lines of the animals'' bodies to bring out the most amazing things about them.
  • Creator:
    François-Xavier Lalanne (1927 - 2008, French)
  • Creation Year:
    1985
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 5.91 in (15 cm)Width: 6.03 in (15.3 cm)Depth: 2.37 in (6 cm)
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  • Condition:
  • Gallery Location:
    Geneva, CH
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU1502211659682
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