François-Xavier Lalanne was born in 1927 in Agen. After the war, he moved to Paris where he studied at the Académie Julian to become a painter. On the occasion of his first exhibition at the Cimaise Gallery in Paris in 1952, Lalanne met Claude Dupeux (Lalanne), his future wife. After meeting her, he gave up painting and started working with her.
The first joint exhibition for Claude and François-Xavier, titled "Zoophite," took place in 1964 at the J. Gallery. They revealed their creations — hybrids of sculptures and everyday objects. In 1966, they introduced themselves under the name Les Lalanne.
The two artists each created their own works but shared a common universe inspired by the animal and plant world and often exhibited together.
François-Xavier invented a bestiary composed of monkeys, rhinos, donkeys, camels, toads, hippos and cats. Among them, the sheep was undoubtedly his favorite animal. Alone or in a flock, with or without a head, sheathed in the fleece of sheep or not, his sheep sculptures can also constitute seats. His will, shared by Claude, was to desacralize the sculpture to give it a familiar dimension.
François-Xavier and Claude are also known for their public commissions. For example, in France, François-Xavier created two concrete pigeons in the city of Grande-Borne in Grigny, and Les Pleureuses (“The Mourners”) is a monumental fountain created in 1986 by the couple that was installed at the Hakone Open-Air Museum in Japan.
The work of Les Lalanne is exhibited throughout the world, presented in both galleries and museums. The retrospective organized in 2010 by the Musée des Arts Décoratifs is one of the last major exhibitions of the duo.
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(Biography provided by Bailly Gallery Geneva-Paris)
Claude Lalanne, a Rare Gilt-Bronze Dragonfly Frame, France, C. 1985
By Claude Lalanne
Located in Long Island City, NY, NY
Claude Lalanne (1925-2019) A rare gilt-bronze dragonfly frame, France C. 1985, Signed on reverse Cl. Lalanne Artcurial 25/450. Measures: 4" high x 3...
Bronze
Claude Lalanne Brooch Pomme Bouche Patinated Bronze Brooch Signed CL Lalanne
By Claude Lalanne
Located in Chicago, IL
Surrealistic Pomme Bouche brooch by Claude Lalanne, created in 1975. Bronze with a dark brown patina and a verdigris leaf and stem, signed with editions mark and monogrammed Arthus-B...
Bronze
Original print handsigned in pencil by Claude Lalanne
By Claude Lalanne
Located in Saint-Didier, Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur
Original print handsigned in pencil by Claude Lalanne, in perfect condition. Limited edition of 80 numbered copies Dimensions : 34 x 27 cm (13,4 x 10,6 inches) With his husband Fra...
Paper
Claude Lalanne “Eglantine” Copper Hairpin
By Claude Lalanne
Located in New York, NY
Claude Lalanne’s jewelry holds an esteemed place among the world’s most sophisticated and stylish women. This hairpin, designed as a sprawling eglantine rose, is a testament to her c...
Copper
Claude Lalanne (French, 1925-2019) A Rare Pink Silk and Bronze Ginkgo Handbag
By Claude Lalanne
Located in Long Island City, NY
Indulge in the enchanting world of Claude Lalanne with the exquisite Ginkgo Handbag, a wearable masterpiece from Lalanne's iconic Ginkgo collection. Crafted with unparalleled artistr...
Bronze
Bougeoir Buisson d'or
By Claude Lalanne
Located in PARIS, FR
EDITION Monogrammed, stamped and dated on reverse: C.L ; Lalanne ; 87
Bronze, Copper
$696
Claude Lalanne (1925-2019), La société des crocodiles/The Society of Crocodiles
By Claude Lalanne
Located in Saint-Didier, Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur
Claude Lalanne (1925-2019), La société des crocodiles (The Society of Crocodiles), photogravure on paper. This original print by Claude Lalanne is from a rare, unsigned edition of 3...
Paper
$135,698
Pomme Bouche
By Claude Lalanne
Located in PARIS, FR
Edition Signed with the stamp: Lalanne Monogrammed, marked and numbered under the apple: CL ; Artcurial ; 57/250 Literature Robert Rosenblum, Les Lalanne, Genève, Éditions Skira, 1991, an other version reproduced p. 123. Claude et François...
Bronze
Claude Lalanne, a Rare Gilt-Bronze Dragonfly Frame, France, C. 1985
By Claude Lalanne
Located in Long Island City, NY
Claude Lalanne (1925-2019) a rare gilt-bronze dragonfly frame, France C. 1985, Signed on reverse Cl. Lalanne Artcurial 25/450. Measures: 4" high x 3.5" wide Great condition. Ready...
Bronze
Claude Lalanne (1925-2019) "Chaise Horta", heliogravure.
By Claude Lalanne
Located in Saint-Didier, Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur
Claude Lalanne (1925-2019), Horta Chair, photogravure on paper This original print by Claude Lalanne is from a rare, unsigned edition of 350 copies. It depicts the famous Horta chair...
Paper
Claude Lalanne , Lit Bou, heliogravure print on paper
By Claude Lalanne
Located in Saint-Didier, Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur
Claude Lalanne (1925-2019), Lit Bou, heliogravure print on paper This original print by Claude Lalanne comes from a rare, unsigned edition of 350 copies. It depicts her famous bed, ...
Paper
Grand Vase Éventail
By Claude Lalanne
Located in PARIS, FR
One of Claude Lalanne’s most recognizable botanical forms, inspired by the natural movement and structure of large leaves or unfolding foliage • A strong example of her ability to t...
Brass
Claude Lalanne (French, 1925-2019) A Rare Pink Silk and Bronze Ginkgo Bag
By Claude Lalanne
Located in Long Island City, NY, NY
Indulge in the enchanting world of Claude Lalanne with the exquisite Ginkgo Handbag, a wearable masterpiece from Lalanne's iconic Ginkgo collection. Crafted with unparalleled artistr...
Bronze
Broche pomme-bouche
By Claude Lalanne
Located in PARIS, FR
EDITION Signed and monogrammed. Edition Arthus Bertrand, Paris
Bronze
Claude Lalanne, "Pomme Bouche", A bronze brooch, Arthus-Bertrand, Paris
By Claude Lalanne
Located in Paris, FR
Claude Lalanne (1924-2019) Pomme Bouche A patinated bronze brooch figuring an apple with a human mouth surmounted with a green patinated leaf next to the apple tail. Monogrammed « C.L. » and « Lalanne » on the back. With maker’s mark « A-B PARIS ». Edited by Arthus-Bertrand, Paris, France. Circa 1990. Note This elegant brooch epitomizes the poetic universe of Claude Lalanne. Mixing human, animal and vegetal elements is one the originalities of the Lalanne creative duo during their decades of collaboration. Claude & François Lalanne...
Bronze
$8,920
H 31.5 in W 14.57 in D 11.42 in
Sculpture "Memoria" in Patinated Bronze, Signed Emile Louis Picault
By Émile Louis Picault
Located in Paris, FR
Figure "Memoria" in bronze with brown and green shaded patina signed Emile Louis Picault. It represents a young woman seated, dressed in a drapery,...
Bronze
$1,104Sale Price|20% Off
Rare “Le Must the Cartier” Paris Logotype 18k Pink Gold & Black Lacquer Lighter
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Rare “Le Must the Cartier” Paris Logotype 18k Pink Gold & Black Lacquer Lighter Rare “Le Must the Cartier” Paris Logotype Pink Gold and Black Lacquer Lighter Cartier Oval lighter wi...
Gold Plate, Yellow Gold, Gold
$880Sale Price|20% Off
H 11.38 in W 7.5 in D 9.5 in
Fine Antique French Neoclassical Louis XV Style Gilt Bronze Picture Frame
Located in Miami, FL
A fine ornate antique French Louis XV style gilt bronze photo frame with back easel stand, Napoleon III era, circa 1880. Richly decorated with neoclassical style motifs such as faces...
Bronze
A fine Napoleon III Gilt Bronze Photo frame
Located in London, GB
A superb Napoleon III gilt bronze and satin lined photo frame, with space for three photos. Superb gilt bronze mounts, of good size. With a strut foot, or hoops, allowing it to be pl...
Bronze
Mexican Sterling Silver Hairpin
Located in Point Richmond, CA
This elegant and simply designed hairpin is perfect for all occasions. Features a curved oval design with a 3.75" pin to secure the hair in place, suitable for half-ups and updos ali...
Sterling Silver
$802
H 8.43 in W 2.17 in D 0.79 in
Antique Chinese Hairpin Flowers Butterfly Silver Brass Metal Wire Glass
Located in Munich, Bavaria
This most amazing hair pin was handcrafted in China in the last quarter of the nineteenth century. It is designed as a bouquet of flowers with a butterfly.
Silver, Brass
$1,900
H 7.75 in W 9.5 in D 3.25 in
Henge, sculpture by Kerry Green, copper, bronze, abstract, figures, metal sculpt
By Kerry Green
Located in Santa Fe, NM
Henge, sculpture by Kerry Green, copper, bronze, abstract, figures, metal sculpture Since childhood, Kerry Green has always been creative; painting, drawing, sculpting, and sewing. Her family provided her with materials and encouraged her efforts. She literally grew up in her parents’ art galleries, and with them toured the U.S., Europe, Mexico, Japan, and New Zealand, seeing museums and visiting artists’ studios. Growing up in Arizona and New Mexico gave her the opportunity to explore the Native reservations there where she has made life-long friendships. Several of her very early influences were Dr. Harry Wood...
Bronze, Copper
Vintage 1950s Hermes "Sac G8" Handbag in Black Box Leather
By Hermès
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A rare 1950s Hermes bag. By Hermes. In Black Box calf leather with gold plated hardware. In the rare G8 form. An elegant and practical take on the...
$3,450
H 15 in W 10 in D 0.65 in
Wonderful French Ormolu Purple Enamel Gilt Bronze Bow Picture Frame Miniature
Located in Roslyn, NY
A wonderful and rare French ormolu bronze and purple enamel picture frame with a miniature on the top with bows and tassels. Frame: 10" W X 15" H Picture:7" W X 9&q...
Bronze, Enamel
Art Deco 18k Gold Diamond Ruby Purse
Located in New York, NY
Art Deco 18k Gold Diamond Ruby Purse Details: Material: 18K yellow gold Stones: approx. 0.27 carats of diamonds, and accented with French cut rubies. Measurements: 7.5cm x 7cm Weigh...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
Gilt Bronze Frame, Contemporary Work
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Rectangular shape gilt bronze frame with a decor of small beads agglomerate. Contemporary work.
Bronze
Antique Yellow Gold Diamond Bow Pin
Located in Coral Gables, FL
18 Karat Yellow Gold Antique Bow Brooch Featuring 11 Old Mine Cut Diamonds Totaling Approximately 1.00 Carat. Finished Weight Is 4.1 Grams. 1.2 Inch...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Broche "Gingko"
By Claude Lalanne
Located in PARIS, FR
EDITION Signed and numbered: 273/350 Edition Artcurial
Metal
Bougeoir Buisson d'or
By Claude Lalanne
Located in PARIS, FR
EDITION Monogrammed, stamped and dated on reverse: C.L ; Lalanne ; 87
Bronze, Copper
Claude Lalanne Papillon Bracelet Artcurial Edition
By Claude Lalanne
Located in New York, NY
Portman Gallery is pleased to offer a bracelet from Claude Lalanne’s “Les Sept Papillons D’Or” series for Artcurial. Clearly marked, numbered 44/250 and with its original certific...
Bronze, Gilt Metal
Claude Lalanne, Unique Cornouiller brooch, Copper, Circa 1980
By Claude Lalanne
Located in New York, NY
Portman Gallery is proud to offer this unique Claude Lalanne galvanized copper brooch from an important collection. The large part of Claude Lalanne’s jewelry is editioned. This ...
Copper
Claude Lalanne Hortensia Or Hydrangea Floral Necklace Edition Artcurial
By Claude Lalanne
Located in Chicago, IL
Claude Lalanne Hortensia or Hydrangia Vermeil necklace. Composed of a series of sculpted flower petals. Signed and numbered 53 of 100 edition. Edition Artcurial, Paris. 53/100 Origi...
Vermeil
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H 13.39 in W 10.63 in D 0.4 in
Claude Lalanne (1925-2019), La société des crocodiles, heliogravure
By Claude Lalanne
Located in Saint ouen, FR
Claude Lalanne (1925-2019), La société des crocodiles, heliogravure on paper This original print by Claude Lalanne is from a rare and unsigned edition of 350. It depicts the famous crocodile bench, one of the most beautiful furniture of the artist. Technique : heliogravure on Rivoli paper Dimensions of the paper : 34 x 27 cm (13,4 x 10,6 inches) With Francois Xavier Lalanne (1908-2008), Claude Lalanne is the most famous French sculptor of the second half of the twentieth century. Her work is characterized by the flower and animal imagery. He studied art at the Académie Julian in Paris. She was introduced to many Surrealist and Modernist figures, such as Man Ray, Max Ernst, Marcel Duchamp, Niki de Saint Phalle, Jean Tinguely, and Constantin Brancusi. Supported by gallerists like Alexandre Iolas, Leo Castelli, Paul Kasmin...
Paper
Claude Lalanne (1925-2019), Lit Bou, heliogravure on paper
By Claude Lalanne
Located in Saint ouen, FR
Claude Lalanne (1925-2019), Lit Bou, heliogravure on paper This original print by Claude Lalanne is from a rare and unsigned edition of 350. It depicts her famous bed, one of the most beautiful furniture of the artist. Technique : heliogravure on Rivoli paper Dimensions of the paper : 34 x 27 cm (13,4 x 10,6 inches) With Francois Xavier Lalanne (1908-2008), Claude Lalanne is the most famous French sculptor of the second half of the twentieth century. Her work is characterized by the flower and animal imagery. He studied art at the Académie Julian in Paris. She was introduced to many Surrealist and Modernist figures, such as Man Ray, Max Ernst, Marcel Duchamp, Niki de Saint Phalle, Jean Tinguely, and Constantin Brancusi. Supported by gallerists like Alexandre Iolas, Leo Castelli, Paul Kasmin...
Paper
Claude Lalanne (1925-2019), Chaise Horta, heliogravure on paper
By Claude Lalanne
Located in Saint ouen, FR
Claude Lalanne (1925-2019), Chaise Horta, heliogravure on paper This original print by Claude Lalanne is from a rare and unsigned edition of 350. It depicts the famous Horta chair, one of the most beautiful furniture of the artist. Technique : heliogravure on Rivoli paper Dimensions of the paper : 34 x 27 cm (13,4 x 10,6 inches) With Francois Xavier Lalanne (1908-2008), Claude Lalanne is the most famous French sculptor of the second half of the twentieth century. Her work is characterized by the flower and animal imagery. He studied art at the Académie Julian in Paris. She was introduced to many Surrealist and Modernist figures, such as Man Ray, Max Ernst, Marcel Duchamp, Niki de Saint Phalle, Jean Tinguely, and Constantin Brancusi. Supported by gallerists like Alexandre Iolas, Leo Castelli, Paul Kasmin...
Paper
Claude Lalanne For Zolotas Rare Sculptural Laurel Leaves Ring 18Kt Yellow Gold
By Claude Lalanne
Located in Miami, FL
Laurel leaves ring designed by Claude Lalanne (1924-2019) for Zolotas. Beautiful artistic three-dimensional piece, created by the French sculptor Claude Lalanne for Zolotas, back in the 1980's. This rare modernist sculptural ring...
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
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H 0.79 in W 16.34 in D 11.03 in
Claude Lalanne, Tray Bambou Gilt Bronze Silver Plated Ed. Artcurial AP III/VIII
By Claude Lalanne
Located in Boulogne Billancourt, FR
Tray "Bamboo" made in gilded bronze and silver plated by Claude Lalanne in 1980. Engraved signature on tray. Artist proof numbered III / VIII. Artcurial Edition - stamped on back. ...
Silver Plate, Bronze
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H 0.79 in W 16.34 in D 11.03 in
Claude Lalanne, Tray Bambou Gilt Bronze Silver Plated Ed. Artcurial AP III/VIII
By Claude Lalanne
Located in Boulogne Billancourt, FR
Tray "Bamboo" made in gilded bronze and silver plated by Claude Lalanne in 1980. Engraved signature on tray. Artist proof numbered III / VIII. Artcurial Edition - stamped on back. ...
Silver Plate, Bronze
Claude Lalanne Necklace Papillon, 1989
By Artcurial, Claude Lalanne
Located in Munich, DE
Claude Lalanne (1924-2019) gilt bronze necklace designed as a butterfly executed by Artcurial 1989 in a edition of 250. Comes with the original suede pouch stamped Artcurial. The nec...
Bronze