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, "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, "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
Mesoamerican French Bronze Sculpture
Located in New York, NY
Mesoamerican French bronze sculpture. Vintage bronze casting of Mesoamerican stone hacha on original custom mahogany base. France, early 20th C...
Bronze
Table Top Sculpture by Anne Van Kleeck in Bronze
By Anne van Kleeck
Located in St.Petersburg, FL
A unique Anne Van Kleeck bronze, table top sculpture of abstracted figures, dancers perhaps. From the artist's estate. A note about the artist: Anne Van Kleeck was primarily known for her works in cast bronze and ceramics. She attended Ohio Wesleyan University (B.A.) and Ohio State University (M.A.) and spent several years as a professor of art in Ohio and Florida. In 1957, Anne traveled to Venice, Italy to study bronze and lost wax casting, beaten iron and mosaic techniques. During that stay she employed an Italian foundry expert and together they established a small foundry on the island of Murano where they cast bronzes for her one woman show in Venice. Van Kleecks work has won multiple awards and is owned worldwide by private collectors and museums, including the Metropolitan Museum and MOMA in New York. She was contemporaries of and exhibited with Ruth Asawa, Gary Knox Bennett...
Bronze
$3,485
H 23 in W 0.1 in D 0.1 in
Large Art Nouveau Bronze Lady Bust Sculpture by Georges Van der Straeten, Paris
By Georges Van der Straeten
Located in Lisse, NL
Finest workmanship bust with original and beautiful patina from an important Belgian sculptor 'George Van der Straeten.' This stunning bust depicts a beautiful young lady with a big...
Bronze
Rick Owens Cast Bronze Coupe Nitrate Patina Vase
By Rick Owens
Located in Chicago, IL
The now iconic bronze coupe vase from the Rick Owens bronze relic collection. This is shown in the nitrate patina. Each piece is handmade and hand patinated so there is always a slig...
Bronze
Bronze Sculpture by Anne Van Kleeck
By Anne van Kleeck
Located in St.Petersburg, FL
A unique, bronze sculpture of a man with outstretched hand, with timeless, Prehistoric feel by Anne Van Kleeck. From the artist's estate. A note about the artist: Anne Van Kleeck was primarily known for her works in cast bronze and ceramics. She attended Ohio Wesleyan University (B.A.) and Ohio State University (M.A.) and spent several years as a professor of art in Ohio and Florida. In 1957, Anne traveled to Venice, Italy to study bronze and lost wax casting, beaten iron and mosaic techniques. During that stay she employed an Italian foundry expert and together they established a small foundry on the island of Murano where they cast bronzes for her one woman show in Venice. Van Kleecks work has won multiple awards and is owned worldwide by private collectors and museums, including the Metropolitan Museum and MOMA in New York. She was contemporaries of and exhibited with Ruth Asawa, Gary Knox Bennett...
Bronze
$575
H 7.5 in W 4 in D 3.25 in
Patinated Antique Art Nouveau "Shy Girl" Bronze by Georges Van der Straeten
By Georges Van der Straeten
Located in San Diego, CA
Gorgeous art nouveau "Shy Girl" bronze by Georges Van der Straeten for Société des Bronzes de Paris, circa 1900s. The bust has wonderful detail and is in very good vintage condition ...
Marble, Bronze
Mid-Century Bronze Sculpture by Magrit Van Nuffel, 1970s
Located in Brussels, BE
Mid-Century Bronze Sculpture by Magrit Van Nuffel, 1970s
Bronze
$3,950
H 18 in W 22 in D 8.5 in
French Louis XV Style Gold Gilt Bronze Figural Centerpiece Bowl Sculpture
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Antique French Louis XV Style Gold Gilt Bronze Figural Centerpiece Bowl Sculpture w/ Swan. A Napoleon III gilt bronze centerpiece surmounted by winged maiden and winged swan pulling ...
Bronze
Golden Bronze Coupe by Rick Owens
By Rick Owens
Located in Geneve, CH
Golden Bronze Coupe by Rick Owens 2007 Dimensions: L 20 x W 20 cm Materials: Bronze Weight: 3 kg The gold edition is an exclusivity of Galerie Philia Rick Owens is a Californ...
Bronze
Rick Owens Cast Bronze Coupe Vase Black Patina
By Rick Owens
Located in Chicago, IL
The now iconic bronze coupe vase from the Rick Owens bronze relic collection. This is shown in the black patina. Designed in 2012. Each bronze is signed. Can be used as vase or sculp...
Bronze
"Wings of Glory" Bronze Eagle Sculpture, Ronald Van Ruyckevelt
Located in Colorado Springs, CO
This bronze sculpture by British contemporary artist Ronald Van Ruyckevelt is a reproduction of his 1990 bronze masterpiece, “Wings of Glory.” The bronze depicts a majestic bald eagl...
Bronze
$3,211
H 15.36 in W 11.82 in D 8.27 in
Late 19th Century Art Nouveau Bronze "Nouveau Lady" by Georges Van Der Straeten
By Georges Van der Straeten
Located in London, GB
A delightful Art Nouveau Bronze figure of a young beauty scantily dressed with only a shawl draped across her body in a striking pose. The surface of the bronze with rich golden/brow...
Bronze
Rare Vermeil Figural Necklace and Earrings by Herve van der Straeten
By Herve Van Der Straeten
Located in Pasadena, CA
Rare and spectacular necklace of 24-karat gold vermeil over brass in an abstract figural style. Stamped "Herve van der Straeten" on the back of the necklace. Matching earrings.
Gold, Brass
Unique Bronze Chandelier by Hervé van der Straeten
By Herve Van Der Straeten
Located in New York, NY
Patinated bronze chandelier by Hervé van der Straeten. This is a unique, one of a kind piece. Monogrammed "HV". Takes three T3J halogen lightbulbs.
Bronze