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, "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, "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 '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
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, 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
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
Esterel Gold Mirror
Located in Paris, FR
Mirror Esterel gold with wooden frame in aged gold finish and with convex mirror.
Gold
Mid-Century Modern Jack Van Der Molen Large Mirror
By Jack Van der Molen
Located in Medina, OH
Large mirror by Jack Van Der Molen. In great condition, the mirror itself has a "dirty" look to it, but it is its style or age (see fifth picture). ...
Oak
Mirror, Rope, France, circa 1970
Located in Nice, Cote d' Azur
Mirror, Rope France, circa 1970. Measures: Diameter 88 cm, height 8 cm.
Rope
$3,935 / item
H 2.76 in W 21.66 in D 42.13 in
Chital Mirror in Shagreen, Black Shell & Bronze-Patina Brass by Kifu Paris
By Kifu Augousti
Located in New York, NY
The Paris based label has distinguished themselves since their launch, with their iconic use of shagreen mixed with brass and other exotic materials. All furniture is handcrafted by skilled artisans, ultimately making each piece unique, designed in Paris and produced in the Philippines. The Chital mirror...
Brass
$4,010 / item
H 1.97 in W 35.44 in D 35.44 in
Constellation Mirror in Shagreen Shell & Bronze-Patina Brass by Kifu Paris
By Kifu Augousti
Located in New York, NY
The Paris based label has distinguished themselves since their launch, with their iconic use of shagreen mixed with brass and other exotic materials. All furniture is handcrafted by ...
Brass
$4,010 / item
H 1.97 in W 35.44 in D 35.44 in
Constellation Mirror in Shagreen Shell & Bronze-Patina Brass by Kifu Paris
By Kifu Augousti
Located in New York, NY
The Paris based label has distinguished themselves since their launch, with their iconic use of shagreen mixed with brass and other exotic materials. All furniture is handcrafted by ...
Brass
$3,525 / item
H 1.97 in W 27.56 in D 27.56 in
Constellation Mirror in Cream Shagreen Shell & Bronze-Patina Brass by Kifu Paris
By Kifu Augousti
Located in New York, NY
The Paris based label has distinguished themselves since their launch, with their iconic use of shagreen mixed with brass and other exotic materials. All furniture is handcrafted by ...
Brass
19th Century French Bronze Mirror
Located in Delft, NL
19th Century French bronze mirror. A bronze faceted mirror. On the left and right side a battle shield with crossed weapons, between Fleur de Lis. At ...
Bronze
Marie Suri Steel and Bronze Gigi Mirror
By Marie Suri
Located in New York, NY
Marie Suri The Gigi Mirror Round wall mirror with a frame of three rows of steel medallions and bronze decoration. Plain, convex, and antiqued mirror ...
Bronze, Steel
$3,935 / item
H 2.76 in W 21.66 in D 42.13 in
Chital Mirror in Shagreen, Black Shell & Bronze-Patina Brass by Kifu Paris
By Kifu Augousti
Located in New York, NY
The Paris based label has distinguished themselves since their launch, with their iconic use of shagreen mixed with brass and other exotic materials. All furniture is handcrafted by skilled artisans, ultimately making each piece unique, designed in Paris and produced in the Philippines. The Chital mirror...
Brass
Feuille Arched Mirror, Brass & Copper, Embossed Design, Circa 1960s
Located in San Francisco, US
This ornate “Feuille” (leaf) mirror is a genuine French treasure showcasing impeccable artisanal craftsmanship. The distinct alternating petal design creates a sophisticated rhythm a...
Brass, Copper
Distressed Bronze and Silver Concave Mirror
Located in London, GB
A concave mirror in distressed bronze colour with a silver distressed convex mirror to centre. Frameless, held in place by 4 clips and secured at he back with a circular fitting and ...
Mirror
Sold
H 36 in W 36 in D 2 in
Handmade Bronze Herve Van Der Straetan Bullseye Mirror, circa 2000, France
By Herve Van Der Straeten
Located in Girona, Spain
Large round bronze Herve Van Der Straeten bullseye mirror. Handmade, hammered bronze. Brown patina. circa 2000, France. Signed on back: Monogram "HV." Excellent condition.
Mirror
Sculptural Bronze "Branches" Mirror by Herve van der Straeten
By Herve Van Der Straeten
Located in Atlanta, GA
Sculptural Hand Made "Branches" Mirror, designed by Herve van der Straeten, French, circa 1990's. Outstanding original patina. Signed with the artist's medallion on the back and reta...
Bronze
Hervé van Der Straeten, 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".
Bronze, Brass
Mirror By Herve Van Der Straeten
By Herve Van Der Straeten
Located in Girona, Spain
Mirror by Herve van der Straeten, model "The Nest". Bronze. Signed on the back.