Maurice Dufrène Sculptures

French, 1876-1955

Maurice Dufrene was born in Paris in 1876. He studied at the Ecole des Arts Decoratifs.In 1899, at the age of just 23, he became director and manager of La Maison Moderne, an association of artists who worked together to create designs which could be produced in multiples. These artists were van de Velde, Horta, Plumet and Selmersheim.His work was first shown at salons in 1902, and from 1903 he regularly exhibited at Salon d’Automne and Salons of Société Nationale des Beaux-Arts. He quickly moved to the forefront of modern design and was with Leon Jallot, among the group of French designers which became known as the Constructeurs, before the First World War. Dufrene had worked on Meier-Graefe's 'La Maison Moderne' around 1900 designing in the Art Nouveau style.By 1910, his work adapted more simplified forms using more substantial materials and construction. In 1904, he became a founding member of the Salon des Artistes Decorateurs, through which he exhibited for thirty years.He taught for a while at Ecole Boulle, and returned to design in 1919 producing neat and logical designs embellished with recurring carved scroll motifs and decorated with marquetry floral medallions in boxwood, ebony and ivory. In 1921 he joined the studio La Maitrise, as Artistic Director, and began a period of prolific production. The full flowering of his talent became apparent in his refined furniture designs and complete interiors. His inspiration was taken from 18th and 19th Century designs, with a modern approach. At the 1925 Exposition, Dufrene was everywhere. As well as the La Maitrise pavilion, he designed the 'petit salon' in the 'Ambassade Francaise', a boutique for the furrier Jungman, and the row of shoes on the Pont Alexandre Ill. Dufrene's stylistic development continued into the 1930s when he experimented with steel and glass. Adapting quickly to the Art Deco movement, the 1930s were just as busy for him. He died in Nogent-sur-Marne in 1955. His interiors ranged eclectically from townhouses to avant-garde to glass, metal and mirrors, to commissions from Mobilier National for embassies and the Palais de l’Elysée in Paris. He would remain at La Maîtrise until 1952. Today much of his work goes unidentified.

Creator: Maurice Dufrêne

Maurice Dufrêne (1876–1955), French Art Deco "Balancing Elephant" Sculpture

$1,250

Maurice Dufrêne (1876–1955), French Art Deco "Balancing Elephant" Sculpture

By Maurice Dufrêne

Located in Atlanta, GA

Maurice Dufrêne (French, 1876–1955) was a seminal figure of the French Art Deco movement, widely celebrated for his multidisciplinary contributions to design—spanning furniture, deco...

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Early 20th Century French Art Deco Maurice Dufrène Sculptures

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Gold Leaf

Art Deco Ceramic Sculpture Elephant, Czechoslovakia, 1930s

$333Sale Price|20% Off

H 8.67 in W 11.82 in D 3.94 in

Art Deco Ceramic Sculpture Elephant, Czechoslovakia, 1930s

Located in Praha, CZ

Made of ceramic Re-polished Original condition.

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1930s Czech Art Deco Vintage Maurice Dufrène Sculptures

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Ceramic

Art Deco French Elephant Sculpture, Babbitt Material

Sold|~~$1,476~~

H 21.66 in W 14.97 in D 9.06 in

Art Deco French Elephant Sculpture, Babbitt Material

By Irénée Rochard

Located in Valladolid, ES

Gorgeous Art Deco elephant made of babbitt, original metal used at the time, beginning of the 20th century, following the style of Irénée Rochard (1906 - 1984). With round and facete...

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1950s French Art Deco Vintage Maurice Dufrène Sculptures

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Metal

Eléphant Attaqué Sculpture by Georges Gardet, Art Deco Bronze, 1930

$80,000

H 22.84 in W 32.29 in D 5.91 in

Eléphant Attaqué Sculpture by Georges Gardet, Art Deco Bronze, 1930

By George Gardet

Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C

Green patinated bronze sculpture, made by Georges Gardet (1863-1939), signed G.GARDET, with cast stamp COLIN Paris. This sculpture is a replica of the original sculpture, the size of...

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1930s French Art Deco Vintage Maurice Dufrène Sculptures

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Bronze

Art Deco France Woman sculpture

$1,560

H 16.93 in W 4.73 in D 3.94 in

Art Deco France Woman sculpture

Located in Buenos Aires, Argentina

Art Deco France woman figure wooden body and bronze mantle without signature Origin France, circa 1930 some natural wear.

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1930s French Art Deco Vintage Maurice Dufrène Sculptures

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Wood

Art Deco Elephant Sculpture in Regule on Black-Marble Socle, France 1930s

$2,550

H 14.18 in W 22.45 in D 6.3 in

Art Deco Elephant Sculpture in Regule on Black-Marble Socle, France 1930s

By Irénée Rochard

Located in Ulm, DE

A majestic illustration of an elephant raising high his trunk. The sculpture is made in the style of "Irénée Rochard" (1906-1984). It's not signed but this representation is well-k...

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1930s French Art Deco Vintage Maurice Dufrène Sculptures

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Marble, Tin

Art Deco Sculpture "La Panthère" by Maurice Prost

$22,400Sale Price|20% Off

H 12 in W 25.75 in D 4.25 in

Art Deco Sculpture "La Panthère" by Maurice Prost

By Maurice Prost

Located in Miami, FL

“Art Deco bronze sculpture ‘La Panthère’ by Maurice Prost, executed circa 1930. The stylized panther, in mid-stride, is cast in patinated bronze and set at...

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20th Century French Art Deco Maurice Dufrène Sculptures

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Marble, Bronze

Art Deco Silvered Panther Bookends Maurice Frecourt, France, 1930

$2,081 / set

H 5.32 in W 6.89 in D 3.94 in

Art Deco Silvered Panther Bookends Maurice Frecourt, France, 1930

By Maurice Frecourt

Located in Antwerp, BE

Stylish pair of Art Deco silvered panther leopard bookends signed by the French artist Maurice Frecourt, circa 1930. The sculptures are mounted on fin...

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1930s French Art Deco Vintage Maurice Dufrène Sculptures

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Marble, Metal

Bronze Elephant Sculpture by Irénée Rochard, French Art Deco, circa 1930/40s

$5,565

H 19.69 in W 29.53 in D 11.82 in

Bronze Elephant Sculpture by Irénée Rochard, French Art Deco, circa 1930/40s

By Irénée Rochard

Located in Ulm, DE

This expressive Art Deco bronze sculpture by Irénée Rochard captures a tender moment: a mother elephant and her calf, lovingly connected in movement. The calf’s trunk gently touches ...

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1930s French Art Deco Vintage Maurice Dufrène Sculptures

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Marble, Bronze

Bouraine Bronze Art Deco "Balance"

$2,318

H 5.12 in W 9.26 in D 4.34 in

Bouraine Bronze Art Deco "Balance"

By Marcel-André Bouraine

Located in NANTES, FR

Art Deco sculpture in silvered bronze signed M.Bouraine. Black marble base (Belgian surfin). In very good condition. Total height: 30 cm Width: 23.5 cm Base width: 11 cm Base depth:...

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1920s French Art Deco Vintage Maurice Dufrène Sculptures

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Marble, Bronze

Art Deco Sculpture by Marcel Bouraine, Woman Balancing Act - France 1925

$4,500

H 13.78 in W 9.65 in D 3.94 in

Art Deco Sculpture by Marcel Bouraine, Woman Balancing Act - France 1925

By Marcel-André Bouraine

Located in Buenos Aires, Olivos

Art Deco Sculpture in Green Patina Bronze signed M.Bouraine. Black & Golden marble base (Italian Portoro Marble). In very good condition. Marcel Bouraine, Balancing Act An Art Deco,...

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Early 20th Century French Art Deco Maurice Dufrène Sculptures

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Marble, Bronze

French Art Deco Bronze Falcon Sculpture

$3,850

H 22.75 in W 7 in D 5 in

French Art Deco Bronze Falcon Sculpture

Located in Long Island City, NY

A decorative French Art Deco bronze falcon sculpture. Plating in different finishes upon request. Complimentary drop-off to New York City. We a...

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21st Century and Contemporary French Art Deco Maurice Dufrène Sculptures

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Bronze

Stylized Art Deco Style Elephants Bronze Sculpture on Marble Base

$1,250

H 8 in W 9.5 in D 3.75 in

Stylized Art Deco Style Elephants Bronze Sculpture on Marble Base

Located in San Diego, CA

Beautiful stylized art deco style elephants bronze sculpture on marble base, circa 1940s. The piece is in very good vintage condition and measures 9.5"W x 3.75"D x 8"H and has a grea...

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