Maurice Dufrène Chairs

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

Art Deco side Chair by Maurice Dufrene, France ca. 1925

$2,855

Art Deco side Chair by Maurice Dufrene, France ca. 1925

By Maurice Dufrêne

Located in Meulebeke, BE

A rare and historically significant Art Deco chair designed by Maurice Dufrene for the 1925 Exposition Internationale des Arts Décoratifs et Industriels Modernes in Paris — the landm...

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1920s French Art Deco Vintage Maurice Dufrène Chairs

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Leather, Wood

Set of 12 Art Deco Chairs by Maurice Dufrêne, France, Circa 1920

$57,000 / set

Set of 12 Art Deco Chairs by Maurice Dufrêne, France, Circa 1920

By Maurice Dufrêne

Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C

Set of 12 chairs designed by Maurice Dufrene (1876-1955). Walnut wood and cloth upholstery. Wall mirror, table with 2 extentions, showcase cabinet and shelves cabinet. France, CIRC...

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1920s French Art Deco Vintage Maurice Dufrène Chairs

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Upholstery, Walnut

1920s Art Deco Side Chairs in Walnut, Original Sitting with Abstract Upholstery

$2,844 / set

H 29.93 in W 17.72 in D 17.72 in

1920s Art Deco Side Chairs in Walnut, Original Sitting with Abstract Upholstery

Located in Vigonza, Padua

Mid-20th century Art Deco side chairs in walnut, with original sitting and futurism abstract upholstery. Very special and aesthetic effect. Excellent conditions, restored and wax-po...

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Mid-20th Century Italian Art Deco Maurice Dufrène Chairs

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Walnut, Fabric

Set of Four Art Deco Chairs, Probably France, circa 1920

$3,472Sale Price / set|20% Off

H 34.65 in W 17.33 in D 18.12 in

Set of Four Art Deco Chairs, Probably France, circa 1920

Located in Greding, DE

Set of four Art Deco chairs with upholstered seats and backrests with double central bracing. The chairs were newly covered with a silver a...

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1920s French Art Deco Vintage Maurice Dufrène Chairs

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Walnut

Pair of Art Deco Club Chairs Floral Wood Carvings Maurice Dufrene, France 1920's

$14,279 / set

H 37.8 in W 27.56 in D 27.56 in

Pair of Art Deco Club Chairs Floral Wood Carvings Maurice Dufrene, France 1920's

By Maurice Dufrêne

Located in Den Haag, NL

Pair of Art Deco Club Armchairs attr Maurice Dufrêne, France 1920's. With carved floral pattern on front of the arms and under seat frame. The Pair needs total new upholstery. These ...

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1920s French Art Deco Vintage Maurice Dufrène Chairs

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Fabric, Wood

Maurice Dufrene Single Club/Arm Chair

$13,500

H 32 in W 25 in D 29 in

Maurice Dufrene Single Club/Arm Chair

By Maurice Dufrêne

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Classic French Art Deco swooping round-backed club/arm/relaxing chair by Maurice Dufrene, circa 1925. 25” wide x 29” deep x 32” high. MAURICE DUFRENE (1876 - 1955) One of the ...

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1920s French Art Deco Vintage Maurice Dufrène Chairs

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Wood

Pair of French Art Deco Chairs Attributed to Raymond Subes

$4,850 / set

H 39.75 in W 18.5 in D 15.5 in

Pair of French Art Deco Chairs Attributed to Raymond Subes

By Raymond Subes, René Prou, Gilbert Poillerat

Located in Houston, TX

Pair of French Art Deco chairs attributed to Raymond Subes. Stylish pair of French Art Deco hand forged wrought iron chairs attributed to Raymond Subes. This chic pair of French side...

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1930s French Art Deco Vintage Maurice Dufrène Chairs

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Iron

French Modern Chair Attributed to Maurice Jallot

$8,650

H 32.5 in W 24.94 in D 26.13 in

French Modern Chair Attributed to Maurice Jallot

By André Arbus, Gio Ponti, Jacques Adnet, Maurice Jallot, Jules Leleu

Located in Houston, TX

French modern chair attributed to Maurice Jallot. This French Art Deco or French Art Moderne chair, side chair, chauffeuse or slipper chair is made...

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1940s French Art Deco Vintage Maurice Dufrène Chairs

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Sycamore

Art Deco Set of 4 Chairs, France, 1940

$3,084 / set

H 36.23 in W 14.97 in D 18.9 in

Art Deco Set of 4 Chairs, France, 1940

Located in Split, Splitsko-dalmatinska županija

Set of four upholstered high back chairs covered in yellow vynil, in solid mahogany. Polished. The seat can be restored on request.

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1940s French Art Deco Vintage Maurice Dufrène Chairs

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Mahogany

Pair of Midcentury Art Deco Barrel Hall Chairs Side Chairs, France, Circa 1950

$4,796Sale Price / set|40% Off

H 28.35 in W 19.49 in D 18.31 in

Pair of Midcentury Art Deco Barrel Hall Chairs Side Chairs, France, Circa 1950

Located in London, GB

A Pair of Mid Century Art Deco Barrel Chairs. France, Circa 1950. In excellent vintage condition commensurate of age. Please message for an acc...

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1950s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Maurice Dufrène Chairs

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Teak

Jules Leleu, Pair of Art Deco Side Chairs, France, 1925

$28,000 / set

H 31.5 in W 17.5 in D 23 in

Jules Leleu, Pair of Art Deco Side Chairs, France, 1925

By Jules Leleu

Located in New York, NY

The house of Leleu rose to prominence in the 1920s during the Art Deco period, and became known for the ornate classicism of its richly refined furniture...

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1920s French Art Deco Vintage Maurice Dufrène Chairs

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Macassar

Art Deco Club Chairs by Maurice Jallot, Lacquered Wood, France, 1930

$24,000 / set

H 28.25 in W 27 in D 39 in

Art Deco Club Chairs by Maurice Jallot, Lacquered Wood, France, 1930

By Maurice Jallot

Located in Miami, FL

This is a pair of Art Deco lacquered club chairs by Maurice Jallot, designed and made in France circa 1930, The robust, rectilinear frames are constructed in fine hardwood—most often...

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20th Century French Art Deco Maurice Dufrène Chairs

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Leather, Wood, Lacquer

Set of Four French Art Deco chairs

$4,500

H 35.25 in W 18.5 in D 19 in

Set of Four French Art Deco chairs

Located in North Bergen, NJ

Stunning set of four French Art Deco chairs. Two of the chairs having arm rest while the other two are armless. Upholstered with floral design on the seat back and the seat. The wood...

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1920s Art Deco Vintage Maurice Dufrène Chairs

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Wood

Maurice Dufrène, "Niagara" Pair of Art Deco Armchairs, circa 1920

$5,140

H 29.53 in W 25.6 in D 35.44 in

Maurice Dufrène, "Niagara" Pair of Art Deco Armchairs, circa 1920

By Maurice Dufrêne

Located in NEUILLY-SUR-SEINE, FR

A pair of armchairs titled Niagara by Maurice Dufrène (1876–1955), executed circa 1920. The front uprights rise in stepped gradins forming a cascade motif, laterally grooved with sha...

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1920s French Art Deco Vintage Maurice Dufrène Chairs

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Fabric, Wood

French Art Deco Side Chair

$2,513

H 32.68 in W 17.72 in D 17.33 in

French Art Deco Side Chair

Located in Isle Sur La Sorgue, Vaucluse

Small art deco side chair of unusual design. Original paint. Recently reupholstered with vintage fabric.

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20th Century French Art Deco Maurice Dufrène Chairs

Maurice Jallot French Art Deco Chair and Ottoman Set

$9,000 / set

H 34.75 in W 19.5 in D 28 in

Maurice Jallot French Art Deco Chair and Ottoman Set

By Maurice Jallot

Located in Miami, FL

The sleek shape and tapered legs speak for themselves concerning this French Art Deco chair and ottoman set in exotic wood by Maurice Jallot...

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1930s French Art Deco Vintage Maurice Dufrène Chairs

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Palisander

Jules Leleu, Set of Three Art Deco Mahogany Side Chairs, France, C. 1930

$25,000 / set

H 32 in W 18 in D 22.25 in

Jules Leleu, Set of Three Art Deco Mahogany Side Chairs, France, C. 1930

By Jules Leleu

Located in New York, NY

Set of three side chairs by Jules Leleu in mahogany with gilt bronze sabots For an illustration of identical armchairs, see: Ensembles Mobiliers....

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20th Century French Art Deco Maurice Dufrène Chairs

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Bronze

Previously Available Items

French Art Deco Tub Chair by Maurice Dufrene

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H 27.96 in W 29.14 in D 26.38 in

French Art Deco Tub Chair by Maurice Dufrene

By Maurice Dufrêne

Located in Paddock Wood Tonbridge, GB

ART DECO TUB CHAIR BY MAURICE DUFRENE This fabulous French Art Deco tub chair was designed by Maurice Dufrene and is a magnificent example of...

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1920s French Art Deco Vintage Maurice Dufrène Chairs

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Leather, Oak

Pair of French Art Deco Armchairs by Maurice Dufrene

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H 33.86 in W 24.41 in D 25.2 in

Pair of French Art Deco Armchairs by Maurice Dufrene

By Maurice Dufrêne

Located in Paddock Wood Tonbridge, GB

A pair of hardwood framed solid Armchairs by Maurice Dufrene having reeded turned front legs that are away from the chair, with a swooping arm that follows round the back with centra...

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1920s French Art Deco Vintage Maurice Dufrène Chairs

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Hardwood

Maurice Dufrêne chairs for sale on 1stDibs.

Maurice Dufrêne chairs are available for sale on 1stDibs. These distinctive items are frequently made of wood and are designed with extraordinary care. There are many options to choose from in our collection of Maurice Dufrêne chairs, although brown editions of this piece are particularly popular. Many of the original chairs by Maurice Dufrêne were created in the Art Deco style in france during the 1920s. If you’re looking for additional options, many customers also consider chairs by and Jules Leleu. Prices for Maurice Dufrêne chairs can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these items begin at $3,400 and can go as high as $3,400, while a piece like these, on average, fetch $3,400.