Untitled Lithograph by Sonia Delaunay, Modern, Signed, 43/75, 1971
By Sonia Delaunay
Located in Berlin, BE
'Untiled' by Sonia Delaunay, 1971. Lithograph in colours on hand made Japanese paper, signed and numbered 43/75 in pencil, from the UNESCO portfolio, printed at 2RC Workshop, publis...
Paper
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Sonia Delaunay Color Lithography Framed, circa 1970
By Sonia Delaunay
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Lithography by Sonia Delaunay. Provenance: France Framed Not signed.
Paper
"Untitled composition" lithography by Sonia Delaunay 1969
By Sonia Delaunay
Located in Renens, CH
Sonia Delaunay, "Untitled composition", 1969 Lithograph in colors on wove paper by Ukrainian born French artist Sonia Delaunay ( 1885-1979 ).
Paper
Important French moderne Signed Carpet by Sonia Delaunay 20th century – No. 1579
By Sonia Delaunay
Located in Paris, FR
No. 1579 – Signed 20th-Century Carpet, Sonia Delaunay – 145 x 220 cm Period: 20th century Condition: Excellent Material: Wool Dimensions: 220 x 145 cm This magnificent carpet, havi...
Wool
Sonia Terk Delaunay - Hand-Signed Color Silk-Screen, 1970
Located in Varese, IT
Sonia Terk Delaunay ( 1885 - 1979 ) - hand-signed color silk-screen - 80 x 57 cm, 1970 Additional information: Material: Color Silk-screen on paper Edited in 1970 Limited edition in...
Silk, Paper, Screen
Composition 1970 - Original etching - Signed in pencil & Numbered / 150
By Sonia Delaunay
Located in Paris, IDF
Sonia DELAUNAY Composition 1970 Original etching Signed in pencil Numbered / 150 On Arches vellum 65.5 x 50 cm (c. 26 x 20 in) Excellent condition
Etching, Aquatint
$3,100Sale Price|20% Off
Pochoir from the Portfolio Les Illuminactions
By Sonia Delaunay
Located in Summit, NJ
Vibrant and bright pochoir on Arches paper by Sonia Delaunay. It is signed and numbered 9/20 in pencil on the front by the artist.
Watercolor
Fenêtre sur la ville
By Robert Delaunay
Located in Paris, FR
Lithograph, 1969 After a drawing by Robert Delaunay reprinted in 1969, numbered, titled, annotated ‘pour Robert Delaunay 1926-1969’ and signed by Sonia Delaunay Edition : 60/75 Publ...
Lithograph
Lithograph in Colors ‘Composition’ by Sonia Delaunay
By Sonia Delaunay
Located in New York, NY
Signed Sonia Delaunay and numbered 163/300. Framed in custom gold leaf frame with mat and museum glass.
Paper
"1930" wool carpet after a Sonia Delaunay painting
By Artcurial, (after) Sonia Delaunay
Located in Paris, FR
Handwoven carpet, circa 1975, after a painting by Sonia Delaunay Numbered 1/100. Provenance: Artcurial Workshop Jacques Damase Gallery French private collection Signed Sonia ...
Wool
Sonia Delaunay Signed & Numbered Abstract Composition Circles
By Sonia Delaunay
Located in Rochester, NY
A abstract circles composition on wove paper - pencil hand signed and numbered Sonia Delaunay - 7/90 - we believe this to be a color etching aquatint or lithograph dating from the 19...
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H 17.72 in W 19.3 in
Sonia Delaunay - Composition - Signed Original Lithograph
By Sonia Delaunay
Located in Collonge Bellerive, Geneve, CH
Sonia Delaunay - Composition Original Lithograph Circa 1960 Dimensions: 45 x 49 cm Sonia Delaunay was known for her vivid use of color and her bold, abstract patterns, breaking dow...
Lithograph
Sonia Delaunay Lithography
By Sonia Delaunay
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Litography by Sonia Delaunay. Arches Paper, Stamped and signed. 16/25 numbered Provenance: France Sonia Delaunay (1885 - 1979) was a Ukrainian-born French artist, who spent mos...
Paper
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H 30 in W 25 in D 2 in
Sonia Delaunay 'Hippocampe' Signed Limited Edition Lithograph Print
By Sonia Delaunay
Located in San Rafael, CA
Sonia Delaunay (French/Ukranian, 1885 - 1979) Hippocampe, 1971 Lithograph on paper Signed, dated and numbered to lower margin ‘55/75 Sonia Delaunay 71’.
Lithograph
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H 27.96 in W 19.89 in
Sonia Terk Delaunay ( 1885 – 1979 ) – hand-signed lithograph – 1962
By Sonia Delaunay
Located in Varese, IT
color lithograph on paper , edited in 1962 Limited edition of 40 copies Current copy numbered as: 36/40 on the lower left corner signed and dated in pencil by artist in lower right c...
Paper, Lithograph
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H 29.93 in W 22.05 in
Sonia Terk Delaunay ( 1885 – 1979 ) – hand-signed lithograph on Arches – 1972
By Sonia Delaunay
Located in Varese, IT
color lithograph on Arches paper , edited in 1972 Limited edition of 90 copies Current copy numbered as: 46/90 on the lower left corner signed and dated in pencil by artist in lower ...
Paper, Lithograph
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H 31 in W 27.5 in D 1.5 in
Mid-Century Modern Framed Lithograph Signed Sonia Delaunay Arlequin 53/75, 1970s
By Sonia Delaunay
Located in Keego Harbor, MI
For your consideration is a phenomenal, framed abstract lithograph, signed by Sonia Delaunay Arlequin, numbered 53/75 with 25 H.C. numbered in Roman numerals, dated 1974.
Paper
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H 26.19 in W 17.72 in
Sonia Terk Delaunay - Rythmes Colores - Hand-Signed Etching, 1967
Located in Varese, IT
Sonia Terk Delaunay ( 1885 - 1979 ) - Rythmes colores - hand-signed etching, 1967 Additional information: Material: Color etching and aquatint on Magnani paper, 1967.
Etching, Aquatint
"Tourbillion. 1979" Lithograph in Colors by Sonia Delaunay
By Sonia Delaunay
Located in Stamford, CT
"Tourbillion. 1979" lithograph in colors on wove paper by Ukrainian born French artist Sonia Delaunay ( 1885-1979 ). Signed in pencil lower right edge; numbered in pencil lower left.
Paper
Sonia Delaunay litho pencil signed and numbered
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This is a rare work for the well known artist Sonia Delaunay. this litho is signed and numbered 73/125 in pencil.The image alone is approx 19 high x 15 1/2 wide.
Signed and Numbered Lithograph by Sonia Delaunay
Located in Palm Desert, CA
A colorful geometric abstract lithograph by Sonia Delaunay (1885–1979). Numbered 28 of an edition of 45 and pencil signed by the artist.
Wood
SONIA DELAUNAY Litho French Abstract
Located in NYC, NY
Additional Information : This Beautiful Lithograph by Sonia Delaunay is Hand Signed by the artist in pencil "Sonia Delaunay" at the lower right part.
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H 27 in W 21 in D 1 in
Venise (framed rare hand signed etching and aquatint )
By Sonia Delaunay
Located in Aventura, FL
Etching and aquatint in colors on Arches paper. Hand signed lower right margin by Sonia Delaunay. Hand numbered 43/125 lower left margin.
Paper, Etching, Aquatint
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H 27.64 in W 19.69 in
Rythme-couleur - Hand-signed and numbered original lithograph, 1962
By Sonia Delaunay
Located in New York, NY
Sonia Delaunay Rythme-couleur, 1962 Lithograph on Fabriano wove paper 27 3/5 × 19 7/10 in l 70.2 × 50 cm Frame included - 32 1/3 x 24 4/5 l 83 x 63 cm Edition of 40 Condition: Overa...
Lithograph
Ait Composition - Circa 1972
By Sonia Delaunay
Located in Saint-Didier, Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur
Beautiful Silkscreen by Sonia Delaunay on art paper Signed in pencil by the artist / HC ( Non-commercial) Size of the work 72 x 52 cm With frame 89 x 70 cm Sends neat and tidy
Screen
Selection of Colorful Modern Art or Gallery Wall
By (after) Jean Lurçat, (after) Sonia Delaunay
Located in Atlanta, GA
They are: Top row, left to right: 1) Color Lithograph by Sonia Delaunay, French, circa 1950s. Pencil signed at lower right.
Glass, Wood
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H 30.32 in W 20.08 in D 0.04 in
Sonia Delaunay - Signed International Women's Year 1975 - Poster
By Sonia Delaunay
Located in Collonge Bellerive, Geneve, CH
Sonia Delaunay Signed International Women's Year 1975 Poster 77 x 51 cm Atelier Mourlot Sonia Delaunay was known for her vivid use of color and her bold, abstract patterns, ...
Lithograph
Sonia Delaunay Etching
By Sonia Delaunay
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Etching by Sonia Delaunay. Arches paper, stamped and signed.
Paper
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H 29.93 in W 22.05 in D 0.04 in
Sonia Delaunay - Colorful Composition - Signed Original Lithograph
By Sonia Delaunay
Located in Collonge Bellerive, Geneve, CH
Sonia Delaunay - Composition Original Lithograph Signed Circa 1960 Dimensions: 76 x 56 cm Sonia Delaunay was known for her vivid use of color and her bold, abstract patterns, break...
Lithograph
Framed Sonia Delaunay Lithography
By Sonia Delaunay
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Lithography by Sonia Delaunay. Provenance: France Signed in Stone.
Paper
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H 30 in W 25 in D 2 in
Sonia Delaunay 'Hippocampe' Signed Limited Edition Lithograph Print
By Sonia Delaunay
Located in San Rafael, CA
Sonia Delaunay (French/Ukranian, 1885 - 1979) Hippocampe, 1971 Lithograph on paper Signed, dated and numbered to lower margin ‘55/75 Sonia Delaunay 71’.
Lithograph
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H 48 in W 38 in D 0.1 in
Sonia Delaunay - The Three Graces - Signed Original Lithograph
By Sonia Delaunay
Located in Collonge Bellerive, Geneve, CH
Sonia Delaunay - The Three Graces - Original Lithograph Signed and numbered Edition : 21/100 Circa 1970 Dimensions: 48 x 38 cm Sonia Delaunay was known for her vivid use of color an...
Etching
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H 24.02 in W 17.33 in D 0.08 in
Composition - Lithograph by Sonia Delaunay - 1969
By Sonia Delaunay
Located in Roma, IT
Composition is a colored lithograph realized by Sonia Delaunay in 1969. Hand-signed and dated by the artist on lower right.
Lithograph
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H 29.93 in W 22.05 in D 0.08 in
Composition Orphique - Lithograph by Sonia Delaunay - 1970
By Sonia Delaunay
Located in Roma, IT
Color Lithograph on Arches paper realized by Sonia Delaunay in 1972. Hand signed in pencil, dated 72 and numbered 43/90.
Lithograph
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H 30.32 in W 22.45 in
Sonia Delaunay (1885-1979) - hand-signed etching on Arches paper - 1970
By Sonia Delaunay
Located in Varese, IT
etching on Arches paper (with watermark) edited in 1970 Signed in pencil by artist lower right and numbered asa 115/200 Sheet size: 76.5 x 57 cm Frame size: 85.5 x 66 cm Excellent c...
Paper, Etching
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H 25.99 in W 19.97 in
Sonia Delaunay (1885-1979) - hand-signed Etching and Aquatint on Arches paper
By Sonia Delaunay
Located in Varese, IT
Sonia Delaunay (1885-1979) limited edition Etching and Aquatint on Arches laid paper (with watermark).
Paper, Etching
"Cathedrale, 1971" Lithograph in Colors by Sonia Delaunay
By Sonia Delaunay
Located in Stamford, CT
"Cathedrale, 1971" lithograph in colors on wove paper by Ukrainian born French artist Sonia Delaunay, (1885-1979). Signed in pencil lower right edge; numbered in pencil lower left.
Paper
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H 12.21 in W 9.45 in D 0.08 in
Contraste de Formes - Original Lithograph by Sonia Delaunay - 1969
By Sonia Delaunay
Located in Roma, IT
Contraste de Formes is a beautiful colored lithograph on paper, realized in 1969 by the artist, Sonia Delaunay. Not numbered but signed on top right in pencil.
Lithograph
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H 14.97 in W 7.09 in D 0.08 in
Plate 11 - The Suite Ses Peintures - Original Pochoir by Sonia Delaunay - 1924
By Sonia Delaunay
Located in Roma, IT
Plate 11- The Suite Ses Peintures is an original pochoir on paper, realized by Sonia Delaunay in 1924. Signed on the lower. The artwork is from the suite Ses peintures, ses objets...
Paper
Color Lithograph by Sonia Delaunay
Located in Atlanta, GA
Color Lithograph by Sonia Delaunay, French, circa 1950s. Pencil signed at lower right.
Glass, Wood, Paper
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H 31 in W 21 in
International women's year - Original signed lithograph - 1975
By Sonia Delaunay
Located in Paris, IDF
Sonia DELAUNAY International women's year MEDIUM : Stone lithograph PRINTER : Atelier Mourlot YEAR : 1975 SIGNATURE : Plate signed DIMENSIONS : 31 x 21" CONDITION : Excellent
Lithograph
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H 31 in W 21 in
International women's year - Original signed lithograph - 1975
By Sonia Delaunay
Located in Paris, IDF
Sonia DELAUNAY International women's year MEDIUM : Stone lithograph PRINTER : Atelier Mourlot YEAR : 1975 SIGNATURE : Plate signed DIMENSIONS : 31 x 21" CONDITION : Excellent
Lithograph
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H 31 in W 21 in
International women's year - Original signed lithograph - 1975
By Sonia Delaunay
Located in Paris, IDF
Sonia DELAUNAY International women's year MEDIUM : Stone lithograph PRINTER : Atelier Mourlot YEAR : 1975 SIGNATURE : Printed signature in the plate DIMENSIONS : 31 x 21" CONDITIO...
Lithograph
Untitled
By Sonia Delaunay
Located in New York, NY
A study in color and form, this early screenprint, created by Sonia Delaunay in 1957, is hand-signed and numbered in pencil, measures 27 1/2 x 19 1/2 in. (70 x 49.5 cm), unframed, fr...
Screen
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H 18.51 in W 8.19 in D 0.04 in
Le Cœur à gaz / The Gas Heart - Original Lithograph
By Sonia Delaunay
Located in Collonge Bellerive, Geneve, CH
Sonia Delaunay - Composition Original Lithograph Signed and Numbered HC IX/XXV 1977 Dimensions: 47 x 20.8 cm Sonia Delaunay was known for her vivid use of color and her bold, abstr...
Lithograph
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H 18.51 in W 8.19 in D 0.04 in
Le Cœur à gaz / The Gas Heart - Original Lithograph
By Sonia Delaunay
Located in Collonge Bellerive, Geneve, CH
Sonia Delaunay - Composition Original Lithograph Signed and Numbered HC IX/XXV 1977 Dimensions: 47 x 20.8 cm Sonia Delaunay was known for her vivid use of color and her bold, abstr...
Lithograph
Sonia Delaunay Geometric Editioned Signed Lithograph
By Sonia Delaunay
Located in Westport, CT
Sonia Delaunay Print, editioned 4/100. Signed lithograph.
Paper
'Plougastel' Lithograph by Sonia Delaunay
By Sonia Delaunay
Located in New York, NY
Lithograph in colors on Arches paper published by Galerie de Varenne, Paris, with full margins in good condition Edition of 75 (total included 20 hours commerce proofs). Signed S...
Gold Leaf
"Arc Vert, " Signed Abstract Lithograph by Sonia Delaunay, 1972
By Sonia Delaunay
Located in Dorchester, MA
Sonia Delaunay's abstract geometric composition in saturated blues, greens, orange, and black is typical of the explorations of color and form that she termed "simultaneous contrasts."
Paper
A Rare Sonia Delaunay Designed Art Deco Motif Rug
By Sonia Delaunay, Artcurial
Located in Miami, FL
Based upon an original design of the famed artist from 1924 Tufted wool against a flax base and with lined back. Signed SD (Sonia Delaunay) and label on back marked "Arlequin" T...
"Rythme Coleur" Lithograph by Sonia Delaunay
Located in Charleston, SC
Abstract Composition etching and aquatint printed in red, green, blue and black, on Arches, signed, "Sonia Delaunay" and numbered 8/150 in pencil, deckle-edge to the top and bottom, ...
Paint, Paper
Sonia Delaunay Geometric Lithograph
By Sonia Delaunay
Located in Westport, CT
Sonia Delaunay lithograph, signed and editioned 2/100 in pencil on print recto.
Paper
Sonia Delaunay "Grand Icone" Lithograph in Colors
By Sonia Delaunay
Located in New York, NY
Sonia Delaunay French/Ukrainian, 1885-1979 Grand icône c. 1970 Lithograph in colors on Arches paper Edition of 150 (total included 25 artist's proofs) Signed Sonia Delaunay i...
Paper
$1,867 / set
H 21.66 in W 24.02 in D 35.83 in
Pair of Italian Mid-Century-Modern Lounge Chairs in Ochre Boucle, 1970s Italy
Located in Zagreb, HR
Pair of Vintage Italian Mid-Century Modern lounge chairs or club chairs. Modules can be used as a modular sofa or modular seating set. Beautiful and unique shape. A 1970 design and p...
Bouclé, Foam, Wood
$1,650 / item
H 16.1 in Dm 11.5 in
'Plissé White Edition' Pleated Textile Table Lamp by Folkform for Örsjö
By Örsjö Industri AB
Located in Glendale, CA
'Plissé White Edition' pleated textile table lamp by Folkform for Örsjö. This unique table lamp was awarded “Lighting of the Year 2022” by Residence Magazine Sweden, who called it “...
Textile
Pair of 70s Style Italian Bamboo and Brass Table Lamps
Located in New York, NY
Monumental size Bamboo lamps. Crafted in Italy and made to order, these lamps are modern and chic. Production lead time 2-4 weeks. Base diameter 8 inches, hat diameter 20 inches, he...
Brass
Pair of Murano Glass Wall Sconces, Art Deco Style, in Stock
Located in Miami, FL
Pair of Murano glass wall sconces, in stock Fume color and horizontal striation texture Black opaline finials and brass accents Art Deco inspired design. Gives off warm beams of lig...
Brass
$38,400 / set
H 23.63 in W 35.44 in D 35.44 in
Mario Bellini "Camaleonda" Sofa for B&B Italia, Two-tone Velvet, Set of 8
By Mario Bellini, B&B Italia
Located in Lonigo, Veneto
Mario Bellini "Camaleonda" modular sofa for B&B Italia, velvet, metal and plastic, Italy, 1970, eight elements. "Camaleonda" is an icon, rediscovered. Our atelier carefully res...
Plastic, Velvet
$3,990 / item
H 34 in W 31 in D 40 in
Custom Made to Order Belgian Linen Slip Cover Club Chair with Down Cushion
Located in Old Town Orange, CA
This White Linen Slip-Covered Lounge Chair fits as the perfect accent to any room. It's the perfect chair to have adjacent to a sofa, and can make every pillow look delightful in the...
Cotton, Linen, Wood, Down
Untitled, Sonia Delaunay
By Sonia Delaunay
Located in New York, NY
A graceful, colorful image by Sonia Delaunay, Untitled, 1969 was created by the artist as a color etching measuring 26 x 19 3/4 in. (66 x 50.3 cm), unframed. Hand-signed in pencil, ...
Etching
$16,571 / item
H 53.15 in W 125.99 in D 59.06 in
Oval Brass and Parchment Chandelier by Diego Mardegan for Glustin Luminaires
By Diego Mardegan
Located in Saint-Ouen, IDF
Beautiful chandelier by Diego Mardegan for Glustin Luminaires, this other version of the spider chandelier has longer arms on the sides giving the oval shape. The metal arms paint...
Metal, Brass
$2,300 / item
H 20.5 in W 14 in D 67 in
HIFI Vinyl LP Storage Bench / Record Shelf Mid-Century Modern Walnut Pete Deeble
By Pete Deeble
Located in Long Beach, CA
This bench is the ideal solution to having records sitting all over your house and no place to sit. This is an original design, but with a strong influence of Mid Century Danish Mode...
Walnut
Avec moi-même - Planche 8
By Sonia Delaunay
Located in New York, US
Plate 8 from the 10-subject album "Avec moi-même" ("With Myself") On Arches wove paper. A beautiful plate, a small edition of 75, a demanding technique: etching and aquatint, and an...
Etching, Aquatint
Carl Gustaf Hiort Af Ornäs, Sofa, Wood, Fabric, Finland, 1950s
By Carl Gustaf Hiort af Ornäs
Located in High Point, NC
A wood and blue fabric sofa or settee attributed to Carl Gustaf Hiort af Ornäs, Finland, c. 1950s. For reference study model "Mikki" for Puunveisto Oy - Träsnideri Ab, Finland. We...
Fabric, Wood
$7,196Sale Price|20% Off
H 9.65 in W 12.4 in
Wassily Kandinsky, Komposition, from XXe siecle, 1939
By Wassily Kandinsky
Located in Southampton, NY
This exquisite woodcut by Wassily Kandinsky (1866–1944), titled Komposition (Composition), from the album XXe siecle, Chroniques du jour, 13 rue Valette (5e), Directeur G. di San Laz...
Woodcut
'Baffo' Lounge chair by Didone & Pareschi for Busnelli, Italy
By Gianni Pareschi 1, Ezio Didone
Located in Linkebeek, BE
Baffo Armchair (circa 1969) Materials : Chrome-plated metal frame, leather Size : 80x98,5cm H: 82 cm SH: 29cm The form and function of Italian design from this era are reflected in ...
Chrome
$27,500
H 46.46 in W 101.58 in D 20.28 in
Ernesto Valabrega for Studio Vittorio Valabrega Decorative Fireplace Mantel
By Vittorio Valabrega
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Ernesto Valabrega for Studio Vittorio Valabrega, decorative fireplace mantel, lacquered wood, plaster, glass, iron, Italy, 1930s This striking decorative fireplace mantel, presumabl...
Iron
Umran Sink
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Introducing the Umran Sink—a signature piece from our inaugural stone collection, meticulously crafted in Afyon, Türkiye, a region renowned for its ancient stonework. Named in honor ...
Travertine, Marble
$13,245 / set
H 29.14 in W 33.47 in D 35.44 in
Midcentury Modern Sergio Rodrigues "Sheriff" Lounge Chairs, Brazil
By Sergio Rodrigues
Located in Argelato, BO
An authentic icon of Mid-Century Brazilian design, the Sheriff armchair is one of the most important and beloved works of the Brazilian designer Sergio Rodrigues. Extremely comfort...
Leather, Wood
Pioneering 20th-century abstract artist Sonia Delaunay was known for ignoring the distinction between fine art and applied design. Her body of work encompassed not only paintings and prints but also book illustrations, women’s and men’s fashions, costumes for theater and dance, film sets, wallpaper, furniture and interior decor. More than an expression of her prolific talent, this varied output was her way of erasing the boundary between life and art.
Born Sara Elievna Stern in 1885 to a working-class Jewish family in Ukraine (then part of the Russian Empire), she was adopted as a child by a wealthy maternal uncle in St. Petersburg, who saw to her well-rounded education. There, she picked up the nickname Sonia.
At the age of 18, she left Russia for Germany to study painting, and in 1905, she landed in Paris, where she enrolled in art school. She soon dropped out but continued creating art, producing canvases strongly influenced by Fauvism. Following a brief marriage to gallery owner Wilhelm Uhde, she married fellow artist Robert Delaunay (1885–1941) in 1910. After the birth of her son, Charles, in 1911, she crafted a patchwork crib cover that she considered her first truly abstract piece.
No matter the medium, Delaunay’s passion was color. She and her husband were the main exponents of Orphism, a branch of Cubism defined by abstract compositions and bright shades. They saw their creations as experiments in Simultanéisme, or Simultanism, a color theory based on the work of scientist Michel Eugène Chevreul (1786–1889), who studied the ways in which a given hue can look different depending on the ones around it.
The Delaunays noted that certain pairings seemed to generate a vibration in the eye of the beholder. They felt that this movement captured the dynamism of modern urban life. The couple generally expressed the ideas underpinning Simultanism in their work with flat, overlapping panes of color. In fact, Sonia’s cradle cover melded their tenets with the traditions of Russian-peasant patchwork (also a big Constructivist inspiration).
Seeking to integrate Simultanism into all aspects of life, she designed other abstractly patterned furnishings for their home, which had become a gathering place for the avant-garde, and she worked the designs into their clothes, too, which she and Robert would wear throughout the city and to dance halls — behavior that today would likely be described as performance. In addition to performance, Sonia’s work presaged many other avant-garde movements, such as kinetic art and Op art.
After the upheavals of World War I and the 1917 Russian Revolution, Delaunay retooled herself and opened a business. Keeping her devotion to color juxtaposition front and center, she launched a fabric and fashion atelier where she created textiles, wearable pieces, interior decor and furniture, sometimes collaborating with cabinetmaker Adolphe Chanaux.
Clients who may have found an abstract painting intimidating or inaccessible could enjoy the bright pattern on a cloche-and-scarf set Delaunay created or the striped handbag she designed. In this way, she brought her art into their everyday lives. Her colorful abstract design on a textile or rug could very well have been applied to one of her canvases and hung on a wall or vice versa.
While many women artists of the period were herded away from the fine arts and toward crafts (think Anni Albers), Delaunay was able to do it all. And what’s also so appealing about her oeuvre, to contemporary eyes, is the sense that Delaunay pursued everything — be it painting or fashion or costuming or furniture or graphic design — with equal vigor, without making distinctions between mediums.
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This kaleidoscopic early-modern art style has long deserved another look. Now, the Guggenheim museum is doing just that.
With myriad pieces intended for the wardrobe or the home, the pioneering 20th-century artist translated her vision into everyday drama and style.