Remarkably sculptural but unexpectedly versatile, vintage Hervé Van der Straeten furniture and lighting is at home in all kinds of interiors. While the French designer’s chandeliers, tables and other works draw on everything from visual art forms in Japan to luxurious Art Deco–era furnishings to modernist icons such as Mies van der Rohe, Van der Straeten designs are unapologetically original and rather difficult to categorize.
Van der Straeten was born in Savigny-sur-Orge, France, in 1965. As a young man, he attended the École des Beaux-Arts in Paris. He studied painting but began making jewelry, too. Van der Straeten’s inaugural accessories, constructed with brass and rubber, garnered immediate attention. In 1985, French fashion designer Thierry Mugler had included several of Van der Straeten's designs in a show, and before long, he was designing for names like Alexander McQueen and Christian Lacroix.
Despite the success of Hervé Van der Straeten jewelry, the visionary designer shifted his focus to interior decor. "For me, jewelry was more like a parenthetical," he told 1stDibs. "What I always wanted to do was to design furniture." So, in 1992, Van der Straeten launched a collection of dishes, sconces and candlesticks. He opened a showroom in the Marais district of Paris in 1999, followed by a workshop in the suburb of Bagnolet.
Today, Van der Straeten oversees approximately 30 artisans at his ateliers who help bring his furniture designs to life. His work is delightfully unconventional and will draw the focus in any space — there is a compelling emphasis on the use of industrial materials, such as anodized aluminum and steel rods, as well as an integration of traditional techniques such as marquetry in his sculptural mirrors, side tables and other pieces. Van der Straeten’s furniture — some of which can be found in the alluring apartment in Paris that the designer shares with his husband, former Roger Vivier artistic director Bruno Frisoni — is available in the United States through both Ralph Pucci and Maison Gerard.
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Hervé Van der Straeten, Ralph Pucci Gieridon Sylvestre Table in Bronze, Wood
By Ralph Pucci, Herve Van Der Straeten
Located in Miami, FL
Hervé Van der Straeten, Ralph Pucci Gieridon Sylvestre Table in Bronze, Wood Offered for sale is a single Ralph Pucci "Sylvestre" bronze and blue lacquered wood side table by Hervé ...
Bronze
Hervé van der Straeten, Chèvre No. 55 Contemporary Stool, France, c. 2007
By Herve Van Der Straeten
Located in New York, NY
Applied plaque with the artist's monogram HV. With innovation and integrity, Van der Straeten continues the rich heritage of fine French design and craftsmanship. His furniture and ...
Bronze
Hervé van Der Straeten, "Branches, " Bronze Mirror, France, 2008
By Herve Van Der Straeten
Located in New York, NY
Contemporary patinated bronze bull's eye mirror by Hervé van der Straeten. Monogrammed: HV Measures: Diameter of bull’s eye mirror 14”.
Bronze
Hervé van der Straeten, Gueridon Volubile No. 538, Side Table, France, 2017
By Herve Van Der Straeten
Located in New York, NY
This contemporary table features a marinace marble top set with cross-sectioned stones, as well as three lopsided bronze supports, each with a gilt bron...
Marble, Bronze
Hervé Van Der Straeten, "Athéna" Alabaster Table Lamp, France, 2012
By Herve Van Der Straeten
Located in New York, NY
Alabaster table lamp with patinated gilt bronze accents and a paper lampshade, by Hervé van der Straeten Monogrammed: HV
Alabaster, Bronze
Hervé van der Straeten, "Voltige" Mirror, France, 2011
By Herve Van Der Straeten
Located in New York, NY
Contemporary polished and black-patinated bronze bull's eye mirror by Hervé van der Straeten. Monogrammed:HV. Limited edition of 40.
Bronze
Hervé van der Straeten, "Pirouette" Alabaster Sconce, France, 2012
By Herve Van Der Straeten
Located in New York, NY
Contemporary patinated bronze and alabaster sconce by French designer and Chevalier des Arts et des Lettres, Hervé van der Straeten.
Alabaster, Bronze
Hervé Van Der Straeten, Epines, Bronze and Lacquered Side Table, France, 2004
By Herve Van Der Straeten
Located in New York, NY
Contemporary tripod side table by Hervé van der Straeten in patinated bronze with a lacquered top. Monogrammed: HV.
Bronze
Hervé Van Der Straeten, "Guéridon Substance, " Bronze Side Table, France, 2006
By Herve Van Der Straeten
Located in New York, NY
A side table by Hervé van der Straeten with a black beauty stone top and black patinated-bronze base.
Stone, Bronze
Hervé Van Der Straeten 'Feuilles de Laurier' Bronze Mirror , France circa 1996
By Herve Van Der Straeten
Located in Greenwich, CT
Fine patinated Gilded Bronze & Brass 'Feuiiles de Laurier' Mirror by Hervé van der Straeten (b. 1965) , signed and numbered , 1996 . Its frame od trapezoidal shape , with a natura...
Bronze
Hervé van Der Straeten, "Branches, " Bronze Mirror, France, 2008
By Herve Van Der Straeten
Located in New York, NY
Contemporary patinated bronze bull's eye mirror by Hervé van der Straeten. Monogrammed: HV Measures: Diameter of bull’s eye mirror 14”.
Bronze
$17,126 / item
Herve Van Der Straeten Epines Lamp 178
By Herve Van Der Straeten
Located in New York, NY
Herve Van Der Straeten Lampe Epines 178 Size: 7 x 9 x 33.
Bronze
Hervé van der Straeten, "Pistil" Small Bronze Candlestick, France, 2011
By Herve Van Der Straeten
Located in New York, NY
Contemporary patinated bronze candlestick by Herve´ van der Straeten. Available in three sizes, each sold individually. Stamped: HV.
Bronze
Herve Van Der Straeten, "Applique Coque" Wall Sconce, France, 2004
By Herve Van Der Straeten
Located in New York, NY
A contemporary patinated bronze sconce by Herve Van Der Straeten. Monogrammed: HV Bulb: Bulbrite KX 2000 40 watt Crypton Xenon E12 candelabra 120 volts Please note, price ...
Bronze
Hervé Van Der Straeten, Contemporary Bronze Planter, France, 2006
By Herve Van Der Straeten
Located in New York, NY
Contemporary patinated bronze planter by Hervé van der Straeten. Monogrammed: HV.
Bronze
Hervé van Der Straeten, Miroir Rond No. 134 Bronze Mirror, France, 2006
By Herve Van Der Straeten
Located in New York, NY
Contemporary patinated bronze and brass bull's eye mirror by Hervé van der Straeten. Monogrammed: HV Diameter of bull’s eye mirror: 13".
Brass, Bronze
Hervé van der Straeten Bronze Chandelier Model No. 47, France, 2006
By Herve Van Der Straeten
Located in New York, NY
Hervé van der Straeten exquisite chandelier or pendant light model No. 47 consisting of patinated hand-wrought bronze structure and bell-shaped diffuser with hanging small and large ...
Brass, Bronze
Hervé Van der Straeten, "Bikini" Side Table, France, 2015
By Herve Van Der Straeten
Located in New York, NY
A side table with a solid, patinated bronze base, a polished bronze top and, despite its thorn motif (familiar to the work of van der Straeten) a shape reminiscent of the human form.
Bronze
Hervé van der Straeten, Guéridon Substance, Marquetry Side Table, France, 2006
By Herve Van Der Straeten
Located in New York, NY
A side table by Hervé van der Straeten with a straw marquetry top and black patinated-bronze base.
Bronze
Hervé van der Straeten, "Pirouette" Alabaster Sconce, France, 2012
By Herve Van Der Straeten
Located in New York, NY
Contemporary patinated bronze and alabaster sconce by French designer and Chevalier des Arts et des Lettres, Hervé van der Straeten.
Alabaster, Bronze
Hervé van der Straeten, "Tube, " Pair of Sconces, France, 2000
By Herve Van Der Straeten
Located in New York, NY
Patinated and hammered brass with crystal ball.
Crystal, Brass
$16,500 / item
Herve Van der Straeten Lampe Intonation 509
By Herve Van Der Straeten
Located in New York, NY
Herve Van Der Straeten lampe Intonation 509 Measures: 11.02 x 15.83 x 22.05.
Gold Leaf
Hervé Van Der Straeten, Athéna, Alabaster Table Lamp, Purple Shade, France, 2012
By Herve Van Der Straeten
Located in New York, NY
Alabaster table lamp with patinated gilt bronze accents and a paper lampshade, by Hervé van der Straeten Monogrammed: HV.
Alabaster, Bronze
Hervé Van Der Straeten, Applique Bougie No. 211, Candle Sconce, France, 2006
By Herve Van Der Straeten
Located in New York, NY
Contemporary patinated bronze candle sconce by Hervé van der Straeten. Monogrammed: HV.
Bronze
$6,500 / item
Hervé Van Der Straeten, Candle Sconce, France, 2006
By Herve Van Der Straeten
Located in New York, NY
Contemporary patinated bronze candle sconce by Hervé van der Straeten. Monogrammed: HV.
Bronze
Herve Van Der Straeten, "Pistil" Large Bronze Candlestick, France, 2011
By Herve Van Der Straeten
Located in New York, NY
Contemporary patinated bronze candlestick by Herve Van Der Straeten. Available in three sizes, each sold individually. Stamped: HV.
Bronze
"Applique Coque" Wall Sconces by Herve Van Der Straeten, 2000s
By Herve Van Der Straeten
Located in New York, NY
Resting on a textured bronze arm, a hammered shell delicately reflects and diffuses light. Seen here in a nickel plated finish, more typically seen in gold and brown. There are two ...
Nickel
Hervé van der Straeten, "Ellipse" Bronze Lantern, France, 2011
By Herve Van Der Straeten
Located in New York, NY
"Ellipse" Bronze light fixture by Hervé van der Straeten Monogrammed: HV Edition of 30 Measures: Overall drop 76.5", height of ellipse alone 36" Bulb: T-3 halogen bulb...
Bronze
Hervé Van Der Straeten, Epines, Bronze and Stone Side Table, France, 2010
By Herve Van Der Straeten
Located in New York, NY
Contemporary tripod side table by Hervé van der Straeten in patinated bronze with a black beauty stone top. Monogrammed: HV.
Stone, Bronze
Hervé van der Straeten, "Flames" Pair of Bronze Candlesticks, France, 2010
By Herve Van Der Straeten
Located in New York, NY
Contemporary patinated bronze candlesticks. Please note, price is per candlestick.
Bronze
Herve Van Der Straeten 197 Epines Floor Lamp
By Herve Van Der Straeten
Located in New York, NY
Herve Van Der Straeten lampadaire epines 197. Measures: 18.5 x 18.5 x 67.
Bronze
Herve Van Der Straeten, "Applique Coque" Wall Sconce, France, 2004
By Herve Van Der Straeten
Located in New York, NY
A contemporary patinated bronze sconce by Herve Van Der Straeten. Monogrammed: HV Bulb: Bulbrite KX 2000 40 watt Crypton Xenon E12 candelabra 120 volts Please note, price ...
Bronze
Hervé van Der Straeten, Miroir Rond No. 134 Bronze Mirror, France, 2006
By Herve Van Der Straeten
Located in New York, NY
Contemporary patinated bronze and brass bull's eye mirror by Hervé van der Straeten. Monogrammed: HV Diameter of bull’s eye mirror: 13".
Brass, Bronze
Hervé van der Straeten, Gueridon Volubile No. 538, Side Table, France, 2017
By Herve Van Der Straeten
Located in New York, NY
This contemporary table features a marinace marble top set with cross-sectioned stones, as well as three lopsided bronze supports, each with a gilt bronze facet. These dynamic metal ...
Marble, Bronze
Hervé Van Der Straeten, Athéna, Contemporary Floor Lamp, France, 2013
By Herve Van Der Straeten
Located in New York, NY
A columnar floor lamp clad in buckskin and resting atop a dark, circular base, Athéna possesses the elegant power of the monolith, and with its ambient glow, generates a quiet, agele...
Marble, Bronze
Hervé Van der Straeten, Oval Bronze Coupe, France, 2009
By Herve Van Der Straeten
Located in New York, NY
Contemporary patinated and gilt bronze coupe by Hervé van der Straeten. Stamped: HV.
Bronze
Hervé Van Der Straeten, Athéna, Alabaster Table Lamp, Purple Shade, France, 2012
By Herve Van Der Straeten
Located in New York, NY
Alabaster table lamp with patinated gilt bronze accents and a paper lampshade, by Hervé van der Straeten Monogrammed: HV.
Alabaster, Bronze
Herve Van Der Straeten, "Pistil" Large Bronze Candlestick, France, 2011
By Herve Van Der Straeten
Located in New York, NY
Contemporary patinated bronze candlestick by Herve Van Der Straeten. Available in three sizes, each sold individually. Stamped: HV.
Bronze
Hervé Van Der Straeten, "Athéna" Alabaster Table Lamp, France, 2012
By Herve Van Der Straeten
Located in New York, NY
Alabaster table lamp with patinated gilt bronze accents and a paper lampshade, by Hervé van der Straeten Monogrammed: HV
Alabaster, Bronze
Herve Van Der Straeten, "Pistil" Medium Bronze Candlestick, France, 2011
By Herve Van Der Straeten
Located in New York, NY
Contemporary patinated bronze candlestick by Herve Van Der Straeten. Available in three sizes, each sold individually. Stamped: HV.
Bronze
Hervé van der Straeten, "Coupe Nid" Bronze Centerpiece, France, 2012
By Herve Van Der Straeten
Located in New York, NY
Contemporary bronze centrepiece by Hervé van der Straeten.
Bronze
Hervé van der Straeten, "Coupe Nid" Bronze Centerpiece, France, 2012
By Herve Van Der Straeten
Located in New York, NY
Contemporary bronze centrepiece by Hervé van der Straeten.
Bronze
Hervé van der Straeten, "Pistil" Small Bronze Candlestick, France, 2011
By Herve Van Der Straeten
Located in New York, NY
Contemporary patinated bronze candlestick by Herve´ van der Straeten. Available in three sizes, each sold individually. Stamped: HV.
Bronze
Hervé van der Straeten, "Coupe Nid" Bronze Sculptures, France, 2011
By Herve Van Der Straeten
Located in New York, NY
Three sizes of "Coupe Nid" contemporary bronze floor coupes by Herve´ van der Straeten. Small: Diameter: 21" Medium: Diameter: 23.5" Large: 28.5".
Bronze
Herve Van Der Straeten, "Pistil" Medium Bronze Candlestick, France, 2011
By Herve Van Der Straeten
Located in New York, NY
Contemporary patinated bronze candlestick by Herve Van Der Straeten. Available in three sizes, each sold individually. Stamped: HV.
Bronze
Price Upon Request
Hervé Van der Straeten - Mirroir
By Herve Van Der Straeten
Located in PARIS, FR
Hervé Van der STRAETEN — Miroir Expansion n°349, 2008 Encadrement en bronze doré et patiné de forme libre Monogrammé “HV” et numéroté sur l’envers D’une édition à 20 exemplaires ...
Bronze