Louis-Jean-Sylvestre Majorelle, more commonly known as Louis Majorelle, was a French artist, metalworker and Art Nouveau designer celebrated for his bedroom furniture, cabinets, chairs and decorative objects.
In 1877, Majorelle moved to Paris from the town of Nancy where he began his studies in painting under Jean-François Millet at the École de Beaux Arts. Following the death of his father, a furniture designer, he returned to Nancy and took over the family workshop. Parisian architect Henri Sauvage designed Majorelle’s house in Nancy, Villa Majorelle, which featured stained glass by Jacques Gruber.
In order to increase productivity and reduce costs — as well as shift the family business’s focus from reproductions of 18th-century furniture such as Louis XV chairs to instead working in the era’s Art Nouveau style — Majorelle integrated modern techniques and processes at his atelier (these changes were in part inspired by innovative glassmaker Emile Gallé).
The workshop became known for Majorelle’s distinctive designs and the pronounced craftsmanship of its offerings. There were tables made from mahogany and ormolu that featured handsome bronze mounts and marquetry, table lamps that shared common ground with the prized designs associated with Tiffany Studios, and decorative pieces that Majorelle produced in partnership with Daum, a revered manufacturer of French art glass.
The work was very much characterized by the botanical motifs and curvaceous silhouettes of Art Nouveau design, and the business was successful. Majorelle produced a range of items during the early 1900s and was a participant in the 1900 Paris Exposition as well as the Exposition de l'Ecole de Nancy in 1903.
In 1916, a devastating fire broke out in Majorelle’s factory on the rue du Vieil-Aître in Nancy. It destroyed all of the company’s awards, sketches, molds, equipment and archives of Majorelle’s work. In 1917, destruction again shook his business when his shop on the rue Saint-Georges was bombed by German aircraft. The designer marched on — he relocated to Paris where he shared a workspace and created vases and other vessels in the Art Deco style before he moved back to Nancy. Majorelle designed the Nancy Pavilion at the International Exhibition of Modern Decorative and Industrial Arts in 1925 with Alfred Lévy. He died in 1926.
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Antique French Art Nouveau Side Table “Lilly” signed by Louis Majorelle 1900
By Louis Majorelle
Located in Ijzendijke, NL
This elegant Art Nouveau side table, signed by Louis Majorelle and made in France circa 1900, is a fine example of the period’s craftsmanship and organic design. The shaped top feat...
Walnut
$8,564Sale Price|20% Off
Olga Pedestal Table by Louis Majorelle, France, circa 1900
By Louis Majorelle
Located in VÉZELAY, FR
Superb pedestal / side table in mahogany with double trays. Each foot is decorated with a bronze shoe / hoof with a floral motif (clematis or orchids). Art Nouveau, France, circa ...
Bronze
Mahogany Two Tier Circular Side Table by Louis Majorelle
By Louis Majorelle
Located in Montreal, QC
Mahogany two tier circular side table by Louis Majorelle with marquetry inlaid decoration and mother-of-pearl. branded mark "Majorelle Nancy," France:circa 1920
Mahogany
French Art Nouveau Table by Louis Majorelle
By Louis Majorelle
Located in New York, NY
A French Art Nouveau mahogany salon table with fruitwood marquetry by Louis Majorelle. The table top is decorated with leaves and vines. The legs have carved flowers, circa 1900. ...
Fruitwood
Side Table by Louis Majorelle, Nancy, Art Nouveau Period, Circa 1900.
By Louis Majorelle
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Side table by Louis Majorelle, Nancy, Art Nouveau period, circa 1900. Two level side table, marquetry work with floral motifs by Louis Majorelle,...
Bronze
French Art Nouveau Side Table or Plant Table in Oak, 1920s
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Round Art Nouveau / Art Deco Side Table or Plant Table, France 1920s. Solid and sturdy oak frame and table top. Good original condition with light signs of use consistent with age.
Oak
Regency Style Banded Mahogany Two-Tier Side Table
Located in Germantown, MD
A Vintage Regency style two-tier side table with clean lines, features fluted legs, brass details on the feet (ferrules), a banded and veneer finished top. Measures 28" in width, 24...
Brass
$1,189Sale Price|20% Off
H 26.19 in W 15.75 in D 15.56 in
Oak Art Nouveau Arts & Crafts Side Table, 1900s
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Stunning and rare Art Nouveau Arts & Crafts side table. Striking Dutch design from the 1900s. Solid oak frame with hand-carved flowers on top and legs. This wonderful Art Nouveau ...
Oak
$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
Chinese Two-Tier Side Table
Located in Austin, TX
An interesting Chinese table in two sections. Together, the two sections form a nice, square side table with a cross support in the middle, and a lattice work base. Separately...
Art Nouveau Side Table by Emille Gallé
By Émile Gallé
Located in Hronská Breznica, Banskobystrický kraj
Art nouveau side table by Emille Gallé with water lily and dragonfly inlay. Professionally stained and repolished.
Wood
Art Nouveau Side Table, Wood and Marble, circa 1900, Belgium.
By Victor Horta
Located in Brussels, BE
Nice Art Nouveau side table, circa 1900, Belgium. Curved dark tainted oak base and beautiful Ceppo rosso marble top. Dimensions: 40 cm w, 40 cm D, 44 cm H. Original condition, rare i...
Marble
1900s French Art Nouveau Wooden Side Table With Floral Top
Located in High Point, NC
This 1900s French Art Nouveau wooden side table captures the movement’s characteristic fluidity and handcrafted elegance. Its gently arched legs, connected by lattice-style stretcher...
Wood
Art Nouveau Round Banquet Dining Table after Majorelle
By Louis Majorelle
Located in New York, NY
Impressive round dining table with stylized carved legs having flowers and naturalistic foliate decorative motif. The carving, and quality is reminiscent of the French master Louis M...
Walnut
Mersman Two Tier Single Drawer Mahogany Side Table
By Mersman
Located in Germantown, MD
1960s Mersman mahogany two tier side table. with a single drawer. Table Measures 14.5"W x 23.5"D x 24"H. Table is in Excellent Condition.
Hardwood, Mahogany
$5,000
H 30.25 in W 27.5 in D 27.5 in
Louis Majorelle Signed French Art Nouveau Game Table, circa 1900
By Louis Majorelle
Located in Dallas, TX
A French Art Nouveau marquetry walnut and exotic wood game table signed by Louis Majorelle. The tabletop is decorated with large leaves and stems. Stylized with fine marquetry side a...
Walnut
$8,202
H 29.73 in W 26.97 in D 19.49 in
Original French Art Nouveau Marquetry Table ''Japonisme'' by Emile Galle 1900
By Émile Gallé
Located in Ijzendijke, NL
Very rare original Emile Galle ''plate 66 Japonisme'' side table in Art Nouveau style. This beautiful side table was created by Emile Galle in 1900, during the art nouveau period. It features exquisite marquetry woodwork that is inspired by the Japonisme movement, which was influenced by Japanese art and design. The side table is decorated with breathtaking Magnolia flowers & a romantic couple of butterflies. Made from various types of wood, creating a unique scenery almost like a painting. The table showcases intricate details, such as delicate foliage and organic forms, that are hallmarks of art nouveau style. Galle was renowned for his innovative techniques and attention to detail, and this piece is a testament to his mastery of the craft. It is a stunning example of the art nouveau movement and a true work of art. Literature: ''Galle furniture by Alastair Duncan and Georges de Bartha 2012 Page 153. Plate 66. This Emile Galle table...
Walnut, Fruitwood, Rosewood
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H 30.52 in W 20.48 in D 20.48 in
French Art Nouveau Side Table / Gueridon by Louis Majorelle Nancy 1900 Lillies
By Louis Majorelle
Located in Ijzendijke, NL
Exceptional French Art Nouveau side table / gueridon "Nymphoides Peltata'' by Louis Majorelle 1910. Amazing 2 tier side table with marque...
Walnut
Louis Majorelle Art Nouveau Side Table
By Louis Majorelle
Located in New York, NY
Mahogany, French Art Nouveau side table with a marquetry top.
Mahogany
Art Nouveau Salon Table by Louis Majorelle
By Louis Majorelle
Located in Petworth, GB
Art Nouveau oak and walnut inlaid 2 tier Salon table Inlay oak and walnut Stylised Japanese inspired floral design By Louis Majorelle Circa 1900 Reference: Louis Majorelle by Alastair Duncan...
Oak, Walnut
Walnut Art Deco Side Table with Inlay by Louis Majorelle, 1920s
By Louis Majorelle
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Magnificent Art Deco side table with inlay. Design by Louis Majorelle. Striking French design from the 1920s. Solid walnut base with curved lined legs. The original veneered tabl...
Walnut
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H 29.53 in W 19.69 in D 19.69 in
French Art Nouveau Triangular Side Table by Louis Majorelle in Walnut and Oak
By Louis Majorelle
Located in Berlin, DE
This elegant triangular Art Nouveau table by Louis Majorelle is very typical for the Salon Furniture by Majorelle. This two-tiered triangular table is made of oak and burl walnut and...
Walnut, Oak
Art Deco Side Table by Louis Majorelle, France, 1920s
By Louis Majorelle
Located in Greding, DE
Three-legged ebonized Art Deco side table by Louis Majorelle (1859-1926). The round table is stamped at the bottom. The table was later eb...
Wood
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H 31.5 in W 31.5 in D 23.75 in
Louis Majorelle, "Olga, Model no. 323" Art Nouveau Side Table, France circa 1900
By Louis Majorelle
Located in New York, NY
Both tiers of this remarkable fruitwood side table are decorated with an elaborate inlay depicting living matter, designed and executed by Louis Majorelle. The piece is supported by ...
Bronze
Art Deco Side Table by Louis Majorelle, France, 1920s
By Louis Majorelle
Located in Greding, DE
Three-legged ebonized Art Deco side table by Louis Majorelle (1859-1926). The round table is stamped at the bottom. The table was later eb...
Wood
French Art Nouveau Triangular Table by Louis Majorelle
By Louis Majorelle
Located in New York, NY
A triangluar French Art Nouveau table by Louis Majorelle. This two-tiered triangular table is made of mahogany. Its carved legs are finished with gilt bronze sabots, circa 1910. A s...
Bronze
French Art Nouveau Table by Louis Majorelle
By Louis Majorelle
Located in New York, NY
A French Art Nouveau two-tier tri-cornered table by Louis Majorelle, with bronze d'oré sabots. The table features an elegantly carved top and curvilinear design. Circa 1900. (MG #18...
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H 44.13 in W 15 in D 13.5 in
French Art Nouveau "Pirouette" Nightstand by Louis Majorelle, circa 1910
By Louis Majorelle
Located in Shippensburg, PA
A rare and exquisite nightstand piece from the Pirouette collection of Majorelle Fréres & Cie as designed by Louis Majorelle, the title is fitting...
Brass, Bronze
Louis Majorelle French Art Nouveau Two-tiered Table
By Louis Majorelle
Located in New York, NY
A French Art Nouveau oak and mahogany table featuring inlaid marquetry by Louis Majorelle. Circa 1900. Signed, ''L. Majorelle Nancy''. (MG 14393)