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, 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, "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, 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, 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
Mid-Century Modern Spanish Green Onyx Gueridon / Side Table, 1950s
Located in Barcelona, ES
Outstanding Mid-Century Modern Onyx Stone Gueridon Table Spain, 1950s Eye-catching onyx side table with column pedestal round base holding a round top. It has an amazing color in gre...
Stone, Onyx
Art Deco Rustic Wood Gueridon Side Table
Located in New York, NY
A small rustic round wood and glass side or drinks table, in the Art Deco style, circa late-20th century. This side or drinks table has all the hallmarks of Art Deco design including...
Glass, Wood
Mies Van der Rohe MR Side Table, Steel & Glass, Mid-Century Modern
By Ludwig Mies van der Rohe
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Beautiful MR side table by Mies Van der Rohe for Knoll. We believe these were produced sometime in the 80s or 90s. They are in good vintage condition with some minor pitting to the...
Steel
$1,540 / item
H 17 in W 8 in D 8 in
Roger Capron - Gueridon Design - Baby Side Table with a Solid Red Tile
By Roger Capron, Guéridon Design
Located in Stratford, CT
These side tables feature new painted steel frames and a vintage lava tile from Roger Capron. Made in 1970s, these tiles vary in color and texture, resulting from the hand glazed pro...
Metal
Sculptural Brutalist Marble Side Table by Jonathan Christian, France.
Located in Lille, FR
Sculptural Brutalist marble side table by Jonathan Christian.
Marble, Metal
$2,295
H 26.78 in W 14.57 in D 12.21 in
Spanish Drinks Table Gueridon / End or Side Table in Black Iron
Located in Barcelona, ES
Martini Table // Gueridon // Side Table // End Table // Drink Table // Floor Ashtray Elegant hand-hammered iron drinks end table /floor ashtray standing on tripod base. Spain, 1950...
Iron, Wrought Iron
French Art Deco Alabaster Gueridon Table / Side Table
Located in Barcelona, ES
Outstanding Alabaster Gueridon Table France, 1930-1940 Gueridon Side Table / Drinks Table in Turned Alabaster. Manufactured at the Art Deco Period. Rare find. Amazing color! Elegant ...
Alabaster
A Fine French Art Deco Mahogany Side Table
Located in Long Island City, NY
A fine French Art Deco mahogany gueridon with a four legs pedestal.
Mahogany
$4,850
H 30.5 in Dm 20.5 in
Fine French Louis XVI Style Gilt Wood Carved Guéridon Side Table with Marble Top
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A French Louis XVI Style Gilt Wood Carved Guéridon Side Table with Marble Top. The circular gilt wood carved apron with an acanthus tied leaf wreath, raised on four fluted carved leg...
Marble
French Bobbin Wood Side Table
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Lovely carved wood two-tier side table from France, 1940s. Circular top with triangular lower shelf and four carved bobbin legs. Original finish shows nice age and patina. Perfect be...
Oak
$14,875 / set
H 18 in Dm 15 in
Pair of French Mid-Century Modern Neoclassical Gilt Iron and Marble Side Tables
By Gilbert Poillerat
Located in New York, NY
French Modern Neoclassical gueridons, side tables, end tables or nightstands in the style of Gilbert Poillerat. The pieces are composed of hand forged wrought iron, with elegant gilt...
Marble, Iron, Gold Leaf
Wood and Marquetry Side Table, Art Deco Period, France, circa 1930
Located in Buenos Aires, Buenos Aires
Wood and marquetry side table. Art Deco period, France, circa 1930.
Wood
Sold
H 24.75 in W 23.5 in D 22.5 in
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 "Epines" Side Table, France, 2010
By Herve Van Der Straeten
Located in New York, NY
"Epines" Contemporary tripod side table by Hervé van der Straeten in patinated bronze with a black beauty stone top. Monogrammed: HV.
Stone, Bronze
Sold
H 20.5 in W 16.5 in D 20.5 in
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