One of the most elegant and innovative 20th-century French furniture designers, Jacques Adnet created a simple, unadorned signature style that is both trim and vigorous. He began his career in the heyday of the Art Deco era, and in the 1950s, in association with Hermès, created chairs, lamps, desks and other pieces that employed slender metal frames clad in stitched saddle leather. With such furnishings, Adnet brought a fashion sensibility to design and decor that had not been seen since the 1920s prime of the great Paris couturier-decorator Paul Poiret.
Adnet was born in a provincial town in Burgundy, where he studied design before moving, along with his twin brother, Jean, to Paris to study at the École des Arts Décoratifs. After their graduation in the early 1920s, the brothers were hired to work in the decorative-arts atelier of the department store Galeries Lafayette, under the direction of Maurice Dufrêne, an Art Deco master who developed a singularly robust and opulent style. Both Adnets showed their work at the 1925 Paris Exposition Internationale des Arts Décoratifs et Industriels Modernes — the design fair from which the term Art Deco is derived.
In 1928, Jacques Adnet took charge of the struggling La Compagnie des Arts Français, a decorative-arts firm founded by Louis Süe and André Mare that created modern furnishings that bore traces of 18th-century styling. Adnet immediately took the company in a different direction. He developed a simple lithe and lean look that incorporated industrial materials such as metal and glass, along with exotic woods and finishes such as parchment and sharkskin.
Adnet’s furniture begs to be described in terms of personalities: charming faux-bamboo side tables, suave chrome lighting and urbane club chairs. His most noted pieces, which feature sleek metal frames wrapped in Hermès leather, have a character all their own — smooth, elegant and self-assured, they inhabit a room with the same wit and grace as Jean-Paul Belmondo and Catherine Deneuve.
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Pair of White Ceramic Dove Sculptures by Jacques Adnet
By Jacques Adnet
Located in New York, NY
This stunning pair of Art Deco white ceramic dove sculptures were realized by Jacques Adnet- one of the most celebrated and influential designers of the A...
Ceramic
Large Rare White Faience Cat Art Deco Jacques Adnet
By Jacques Adnet
Located in Austin, TX
Large Rare White Faience Cat Art Deco Jacques Adnet. Made by Henri Delcourt a Boulogne (1917-1935) for the Maitrise. Signed Adnet and Henri Delcourt.
Ceramic, Faience, Majolica
Pair of Ceramic Doves by Jacques Adnet, Art Deco, Ivory Glaze, 1930
By Jacques Adnet
Located in CA, CA
This wonderful pair of Turtledoves is by the key Art Deco designer Jacques Adnet and was first shown at the pivotal 'Exposition des Arts Decoratifs et Industriels Modernes' of 1925 w...
Ceramic
20th century French Earthenware Jacques Adnet Rooster Sculpture, 1930s
By Jacques Adnet
Located in LEGNY, FR
Beautiful crackled earthenware rooster from the Art Deco period, signed Jacques "Adnet" on the base. Very high quality. The rooster stands proudly in a beautiful pose. A tiny crack o...
Earthenware
1930's "dove" ceramic by Jacques Adnet
By Jacques Adnet
Located in Bois-Colombes, FR
A Rare French Midcentury Modern ceramic dove by Jacques Adnet, circa 1955. Adnet had a rare talent for creating works that had used exquisite form and lines with rich materials. The...
Ceramic
20th century French Jacques Adnet Earthenware Chicken Sculpture, 1930s
By Jacques Adnet
Located in LEGNY, FR
Beautiful pecking chicken in cracked earthenware from the Art Deco period, signed Jacques "Adnet" on the base. Very high quality. Small crack near the tail. For lovers of beautiful d...
Earthenware
Jacques Adnet Magazine Rack
By Jacques Adnet
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Handsome magazine rack by Jacques Adnet. Made of iron and brass. Excellent vintage condition. Star detail on both sides and closed fist on top. Great piece!
Brass, Iron
$2,250
H 26 in W 18 in D 9 in
Early 20th C. French Iron Rooster Sculpture with Polished Silver-Black Finish
Located in Dallas, TX
Celebrate the proud emblem of France with this impressive early 20th-century rooster sculpture. Crafted in France circa 1920, the large-scale piece is cast in solid iron and stands o...
Iron
Jacques Adnet Art Deco Crystal Balls Table Lamp, France, 1930s
By Jacques Adnet
Located in Buenos Aires, Olivos
Jacques Adnet Art Deco crystal balls table lamp, France, 1930s. Stamped made in France. We have specialized in the sale of Art Deco and Art Nouveau and Vi...
Crystal, Bronze
Letter Rack by Jacques Adnet
By Jacques Adnet, Compagnie Des Arts Français
Located in Henley-on Thames, Oxfordshire
Jacques Adnet & the Compagnie des arts Français letter rack. Chromed metal consisting of a series of vertical blades of curved section resting on rectangul...
Silver Plate, Brass, Chrome
Art Deco Ceramic Sculpture Elephant, Czechoslovakia, 1930s
Located in Praha, CZ
Made of ceramic Re-polished Original condition.
Ceramic
Rare Modernist Cat Doorstop by Hubley
By Hubley Manufacturing Company 2
Located in Kilmarnock, VA
A beautifully stylized modernist cat doorstop showcasing a stunning original surface with age-acquired patina and delicate craquelure, which not only spe...
Iron
Becquerel Rare Art Deco Bronze
By André Vincent Becquerel
Located in NANTES, FR
ANDRÉ-VINCENT BECQUEREL silvered bronze circa 1930. 7 swallows on a weather vane mounted on a surfine black marble base from Belgium. Note 2 small chips on the marble . Total height...
Marble, Bronze
Jacques Adnet Style Bronze Horse Sconce Wall Lamp French Neoclassical
By Jacques Adnet
Located in Miami, FL
Jacques Adnet style neoclassical bronze horse head sconce, wall light, lamp with form fit original shade. In perfect working condition and takes 2 l...
Bronze, Brass
$271Sale Price|50% Off
H 9.06 in W 7.88 in D 9.06 in
Ceramic Sculpture Of Two Blue Doves, Keramia 1960s
By Keramia
Located in Zohor, SK
Beautiful, elegant sculpture of two blue doves. Produced by Keramia. The sculpture is in gypsum with blue glaze. The original label still attached, marked also on the bottom. The scu...
Plaster
$16,554
H 5.12 in Dm 8.67 in
Fabulous pair of Baccarat crystal candelabras, by Jacques Adnet, France, 1935
By Jacques Adnet, Baccarat
Located in Paris, FR
Jacques Adnet, a French architect and designer, began his career at one of the first modern art workshops, La Maîtrise, directed by Maurice Dufrêne. In 1928, Jacques Adnet found hims...
Crystal, Bronze
Lalique Hofmann 'Chrysis' Purple Sculpture, France 1930s
By Lalique
Located in Rijssen, NL
The Chrysis figurine by Lalique, designed by Hofmann, is a stunning example of Art Deco elegance. Crafted from frosted purple crystal, it depicts a kneeling female figure arching gra...
Crystal
French Art Deco Bronze Cat Sculptures
Located in Austin, TX
Pair of bronze sculptures of cats from the Art Deco period in France. Each showcases Egyptian stylization which was popular during the Art Deco period. They showcase the original pat...
Bronze
1930's Ceramic bird by Jacques Adnet
By Jacques Adnet
Located in Bois-Colombes, FR
Rare ceramic bird by French Artist Jacques Adnet Signed Art Déco - 1930's
Ceramic
Jacques Adnet Porcelain Dove Sculptures, 3
By Jacques Adnet
Located in Astoria, NY
Three Jacques Adnet (French, 1900-1984) White Glazed Porcelain Dove Sculptures, each marked "Adnet" to base. Largest: 8.25" H x 7.5" W x 3" D. Provenance: From a New York City Collec...
Porcelain
Jacques Adnet, Ceramic Turtledove, 1920s
By Jacques Adnet
Located in CA, CA
This wonderful ceramic sculpture of a Turtledove is by the key Art Deco designer Jacques Adnet and was first shown at the pivotal 'Exposition des Arts Decoratifs et Industriels Moder...
Ceramic
Pigeon Sculpture by Jacques Adnet 1920s
By Jacques Adnet
Located in Benalmadena, ES
Extraordinary ceramic dove by the renowned French artist and designer Jacques Adnet and exhibited for the first time at the 1925 International Exhibition of Decorative Arts and Modern Industries in Paris, specifically in the ladies' room of La Maitrise. This historic piece captures the essence of the Art Deco style of the period and represents a true gem for collectors and design lovers. The Adnet Ceramic Dove is a masterpiece of craftsmanship and detail. Each graceful curve and flowing contour reflects the influence of geometry and the modern aesthetic of the time. The delicacy and precision with which this piece has been sculpted make it a testament to Adnet's talent and artistic vision. The carefully worked ceramic presents a combination of subtle glazes, creating an effect of depth and texture. This Adnet Dove...
Ceramic
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H 7.88 in W 6.3 in D 1.97 in
Very Rare Porcelain Bird by Jacques Adnet, Art Deco, France, circa 1930
By Jacques Adnet
Located in Paris, FR
Very rare porcelain sculpture representing a stylized bird by Jacques Adnet (1900-1984) and manufactured by Gérard, Dufraissex et Abbot porcelain company based in Limoges for Compagn...
Porcelain
Jacques Adnet, Ceramic Turtledove, 1920s
By Jacques Adnet
Located in CA, CA
This wonderful ceramic sculpture of a Turtledove is by the key Art Deco designer Jacques Adnet and was first shown at the pivotal 'Exposition des Arts Decoratifs et Industriels Moder...
Ceramic
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H 8.08 in W 7.49 in D 3.51 in
Jacques Adnet 1925 Crackled Ceramic Pair of White Peace Turtledove Sculptures
By Jacques Adnet
Located in London, GB
Jacques Adnet (Châtillon-Coligny, 1900 – Parigi, 1984) Jacques Adnet's career began to take off in 1925 when, together with his brother, he participated in the Exposition Internationale des Arts Décoratifs et Industriels Modernes, an event marking the birth of Art Deco. A supporter of a tradition that looks towards the future, his furnishings and objet are characterized by their simple shapes, elegant geometries and by the choice of precious materials. A wonderful Pair of Art Deco birds by Jacques Adnet, France. Made from an Iconic off-white colored crackle glaze ceramic or faience. The sculpture features a pair of turtledoves that were the same as a pair presented at the Exposition Internationale des Arts Décoratifs et Industriels Modernes Marked "Adnet" on front base. Reference: Similar piece pictured in the following books: - Jacques Adnet, by Alain-Rene Hardy and Gaelle Millet - Les Editions de l'Amateur - copyright 2009 - on page 32-33. - Craqueles - Les Animaux en Ceramique 1920 - 1940, by Patrick Malaureille - Editions Massin - copyright 1993 - on page 24. Pair of Ceramic Adnet Doves...
Ceramic, Faience
Jacques Adnet, Ceramic Turtledove, 1920s
By Jacques Adnet
Located in CA, CA
A wonderful ceramic sculpture of a turtledove by Jacques Adnet. Finished in ivory crackle glaze and impressed Adnet, to the base First shown at the 1925 Exposition des Arts Decorat...
Ceramic
Jacques Adnet Sculpture "Gazelle"
By Jacques Adnet
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Jacques Adnet (1900-1984) Modern mahogany sculpture of a gazelle. Signed Adnet and "Edition SAS Paris" Documentation: A.R. Hardy et G. Millet: 'Jacques Adnet', Editions de l'Amateur...
Mahogany
Jacques Adnet, Ceramic Turtledove, 1925
By Jacques Adnet
Located in CA, CA
A wonderful ceramic sculpture of a turtledove by Jacques Adnet. Finished in ivory crackle glaze and impressed Adnet, to the base First shown at the 1925 Exposition des Arts Decorat...
Ceramic
Jacques Adnet 1925 Crackled Ceramic Faience Bird Dove Sculpture
By Jacques Adnet
Located in Atlanta, GA
Superb Art Deco bird by Jacques Adnet, France. Iconic off-white colored crackle glaze ceramic or faience sculpture featuring a pigeon or turtledove presented at the 1925 Exposition d...
Ceramic, Faience
Rare Jacques Adnet Brass Burlwood Fish Sculpture Signed
By Jacques Adnet
Located in Munich, DE
Wonderful and rare Jacques Adnet fish sculpture in burl wood and brass, signed Adnet Paris, France, 1950s. Measures: H 27 x B 33 x D 7 cm.
Brass