R & Y Augousti Seating
French
R&Y Augousti was founded in 1989 by husband-and-wife team Ria and Yiouri Augousti. The pair works with pen shell, metal and an array of exotic skins — including ostrich, snake, eel and crocodile — to create Art Deco-inspired furniture that echoes the influences of their unique friends and draws on the experiences they’ve shared on their global travels.
Ria Augousti (née Macasaet) was born in Manila. Her family relocated to Cebu and, at age 15, she went to New York City to study art. She continued her studies in England and graduated from the London School of Furniture Making.
Born in Cyprus, Yiouri Augousti studied architecture at London’s Architectural Association. He was drawn to interior design that reflected a revival of Art Deco that took shape during his years as a young adult.
Ria was working at the interior design firm of John Stefanidis, in London, when Yiouri joined the firm. “We got on like a house on fire,” Ria has said of the beginnings of their relationship. The couple established R&Y Augousti in 1989 and married in 1990. The business grew swiftly — R&Y Augousti moved permanently to Paris in 1994, and in 2011, the couple opened their first American showroom. There, in the New York Design Center, the range of decorative objects on offer from R&Y Augousti included dining tables, side tables and decorative objects such as candleholders and picture frames in shagreen.
The initial popularity that shagreen enjoyed as furniture covering fizzled when the Art Deco era faded. Modernist designer Jean-Michel Frank was an enthusiast of the textured hide, and during the 1960s, Karl Springer covered desks, chairs and tables with it. Ria Augousti wanted to revive shagreen’s use as a finish in one of their very first designs. Their sculptural, sensuous shagreen Sylvie chair, with its slender and towering backrest, makes a statement in any space and has seen a fair amount of praise over the years. The Sylvie has been photographed in a number of high-profile spaces including Alexander Wang's New York City loft apartment designed by Ryan Korban. (And shagreen reemerged as a luxe material among designers and decorators in 2017.)
R&Y Augousti has since expanded into fashion accessories, and drawings by the couple’s daughter, designer Kifu Augousti, have been embroidered on some of the brand’s luxurious handbags.
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Creator: R & Y Augousti
Lola Chair in Cream Shagreen with Cream Upholstered Seat by R&Y Augousti
By R & Y Augousti
Located in New York, NY
The Paris based label has distinguished themselves since their launch, with their iconic use of shagreen mixed with brass and other exotic materials. All furniture is handcrafted by skilled artisans, ultimately making each piece unique, designed in Paris and produced in the Philippines.
The Lola chair...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Philippine Art Deco R & Y Augousti Seating
Materials
Shagreen Stingray
Shagreen Bench with Bronze-Patina Brass Details by R&Y Augousti
By R & Y Augousti
Located in New York, NY
The Paris based label has distinguished themselves since their launch, with their iconic use of shagreen mixed with brass and other exotic materials. All furniture is handcrafted by skilled artisans, ultimately making each piece unique, designed in Paris and produced in the Philippines.
The Arianne Bench by R&Y Augousti is an elegant piece for any space. The cream shagreen seat...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Philippine Art Deco R & Y Augousti Seating
Materials
Brass
Upholstered Armchair and Footstool with Brass Details by R&Y Augousti
By R & Y Augousti
Located in New York, NY
The Paris based label has distinguished themselves since their launch, with their iconic use of shagreen mixed with brass and other exotic materials. All furniture is handcrafted by ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Philippine Art Deco R & Y Augousti Seating
Materials
Brass
Tartan Stool in Shagreen/Shell/Agate & Bronze-Patina Brass by R & Y Augousti
By R & Y Augousti
Located in New York, NY
The Paris based label has distinguished themselves since their launch, with their iconic use of shagreen mixed with brass and other exotic materials. All furniture is handcrafted by ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Philippine Art Deco R & Y Augousti Seating
Materials
Agate, Brass
Upholstered Armchair with Bronze-Patina Brass Details by R&Y Augousti
By R & Y Augousti
Located in New York, NY
The Paris based label has distinguished themselves since their launch, with their iconic use of shagreen mixed with brass and other exotic materials. All furniture is handcrafted by ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Philippine Art Deco R & Y Augousti Seating
Materials
Brass
Upholstered Armchair with Bronze-Patina Brass Details by R&Y Augousti
By R & Y Augousti
Located in New York, NY
The Paris based label has distinguished themselves since their launch, with their iconic use of shagreen mixed with brass and other exotic materials. All furniture is handcrafted by ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Philippine Art Deco R & Y Augousti Seating
Materials
Brass
Set of 2 Upholstered Armchairs with Bronze-Patina Brass Details by R&Y Augousti
By R & Y Augousti
Located in New York, NY
The Paris based label has distinguished themselves since their launch, with their iconic use of shagreen mixed with brass and other exotic materials. All furniture is handcrafted by ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Philippine Art Deco R & Y Augousti Seating
Materials
Brass
Shagreen Inlaid Bench with Sculptural Bronze Patina Brass Legs by R&Y Augousti
By R & Y Augousti
Located in New York, NY
The Paris based label has distinguished themselves since their launch, with their iconic use of shagreen mixed with brass and other exotic materials. All furniture is handcrafted by ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Philippine Art Deco R & Y Augousti Seating
Materials
Brass
Oxford Chair Fur Upholstery & Bronze-Patina Brass by R&Y Augousti
By R & Y Augousti
Located in New York, NY
The Paris based label has distinguished themselves since their launch, with their iconic use of shagreen mixed with brass and other exotic materials. All furniture is handcrafted by skilled artisans, ultimately making each piece unique, designed in Paris and produced in the Philippines.
The Oxford chair by R&Y Augousti is a sophisticated piece that provides comfort, whilst retaining its elegant and luxurious aesthetic. This piece is upholstered in a lustrous & soft cream calf-hair, with a bronze-patina brass frame. Available with cream shagreen inlay...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Philippine Art Deco R & Y Augousti Seating
Materials
Brass
Upholstered Armchair with Bronze-Patina Brass Details by R&Y Augousti
By R & Y Augousti
Located in New York, NY
The Paris based label has distinguished themselves since their launch, with their iconic use of shagreen mixed with brass and other exotic materials. All furniture is handcrafted by ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Philippine Art Deco R & Y Augousti Seating
Materials
Brass
Rattan Stool with Bronze-Patina Brass Details by R&Y Augousti
By R & Y Augousti
Located in New York, NY
The Paris based label has distinguished themselves since their launch, with their iconic use of shagreen mixed with brass and other exotic materials. All furniture is handcrafted by ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Philippine Art Deco R & Y Augousti Seating
Materials
Quartz, Brass
Tomboy Bench in Mink Shagreen and Fur Cover by R&Y Augousti
By R & Y Augousti
Located in New York, NY
The Paris based label has distinguished themselves since their launch, with their iconic use of shagreen mixed with brass and other exotic materials. All furniture is handcrafted by skilled artisans, ultimately making each piece unique, designed in Paris and produced in the Philippines.
The Tomboy Bench has subtle and elegant geometric ribbing details on its frame, completely inlaid in mink Shagreen. The removable seat cushion is done in a fur cover...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Philippine Art Deco R & Y Augousti Seating
Materials
Shagreen Stingray, Fur
Shagreen Bench with Bronze-Patina Brass Details by R&Y Augousti
By R & Y Augousti
Located in New York, NY
The Paris based label has distinguished themselves since their launch, with their iconic use of shagreen mixed with brass and other exotic materials. All furniture is handcrafted by skilled artisans, ultimately making each piece unique, designed in Paris and produced in the Philippines.
The Arianne Bench by R&Y Augousti is an elegant piece for any space. The denim blue shagreen seat...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Philippine Art Deco R & Y Augousti Seating
Materials
Brass
Upholstered Dining Chair with Bronze-Patina Brass Details by R&Y Augousti
By R & Y Augousti
Located in New York, NY
The Paris based label has distinguished themselves since their launch, with their iconic use of shagreen mixed with brass and other exotic materials. All furniture is handcrafted by ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Philippine Art Deco R & Y Augousti Seating
Materials
Brass
Parchment Stool with Velvet Upholstery and Bronze-Patina Brass by R&Y Augousti
By R & Y Augousti
Located in New York, NY
The Paris based label has distinguished themselves since their launch, with their iconic use of shagreen mixed with brass and other exotic materials. All furniture is handcrafted by ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Philippine Art Deco R & Y Augousti Seating
Materials
Brass
Upholstered Armchair with Bronze-Patina Brass Details by R&Y Augousti
By R & Y Augousti
Located in New York, NY
The Paris based label has distinguished themselves since their launch, with their iconic use of shagreen mixed with brass and other exotic materials. All furniture is handcrafted by ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Philippine Art Deco R & Y Augousti Seating
Materials
Brass
Shagreen Bench by R&Y Augousti
By R & Y Augousti
Located in New York, NY
The Paris based label has distinguished themselves since their launch, with their iconic use of shagreen mixed with brass and other exotic materials. All furniture is handcrafted by ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Philippine Art Deco R & Y Augousti Seating
Materials
Fur, Shagreen Stingray
Shagreen Bench with Bronze-Patina Brass Details by R&Y Augousti
By R & Y Augousti
Located in New York, NY
The Paris based label has distinguished themselves since their launch, with their iconic use of shagreen mixed with brass and other exotic materials. All furniture is handcrafted by skilled artisans, ultimately making each piece unique, designed in Paris and produced in the Philippines.
The Arianne Bench by R&Y Augousti is an elegant piece for any space. The coal black shagreen seat...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Philippine Art Deco R & Y Augousti Seating
Materials
Brass
Camouflage-Pattern Inlaid Stool / Mini Bench in Shagreen & Shell by R&Y Augousti
By R & Y Augousti
Located in New York, NY
The Paris based label has distinguished themselves since their launch, with their iconic use of shagreen mixed with brass and other exotic materials. All furniture is handcrafted by skilled artisans, ultimately making each piece unique, designed in Paris and produced in the Philippines.
The Camouflage-Pattern Inlaid Stool originates from the original Laurens Stool designed by R&Y Augousti, see image at end of slide. This version has been updated into a longer stool/mini bench...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Philippine Art Deco R & Y Augousti Seating
Materials
Brass
Sylvie Chair in Cream Shagreen by R & Y Augousti
By R & Y Augousti
Located in New York, NY
The Paris based label has distinguished themselves since their launch, with their iconic use of shagreen mixed with brass and other exotic materials. All furniture is handcrafted by skilled artisans, ultimately making each piece unique, designed in Paris and produced in the Philippines.
The Sylvie chair...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Philippine Art Deco R & Y Augousti Seating
Materials
Shagreen Stingray
Eclipse Stool in Cream Shagreen and Bronze-Patina Brass by R&Y Augousti
By R & Y Augousti
Located in New York, NY
The Paris based label has distinguished themselves since their launch, with their iconic use of shagreen mixed with brass and other exotic materials. All furniture is handcrafted by skilled artisans, ultimately making each piece unique, designed in Paris and produced in the Philippines.
The Eclipse stool...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Philippine Art Deco R & Y Augousti Seating
Materials
Brass
Shagreen Chair by R & Y Augousti
By R & Y Augousti
Located in New York, NY
The Paris based label has distinguished themselves since their launch, with their iconic use of shagreen mixed with brass and other exotic materials. All furniture is handcrafted by ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Philippine Art Deco R & Y Augousti Seating
Materials
Shagreen Stingray
Stool in Cream Velvet and Brass by R&Y Augousti
By R & Y Augousti
Located in New York, NY
The Paris based label has distinguished themselves since their launch, with their iconic use of shagreen mixed with brass and other exotic materials. All furniture is handcrafted by ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Philippine Art Deco R & Y Augousti Seating
Materials
Brass
Lola Chair in Coal Black Shagreen with Upholstered Seat by R&Y Augousti
By R & Y Augousti
Located in New York, NY
The Paris based label has distinguished themselves since their launch, with their iconic use of shagreen mixed with brass and other exotic materials. All furniture is handcrafted by skilled artisans, ultimately making each piece unique, designed in Paris and produced in the Philippines.
The Lola chair...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Philippine Art Deco R & Y Augousti Seating
Materials
Shagreen Stingray
Stool in Cream Shagreen and Brass by R & Y Augousti
By R & Y Augousti
Located in New York, NY
The Paris based label has distinguished themselves since their launch, with their iconic use of shagreen mixed with brass and other exotic materials. All furniture is handcrafted by ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Philippine Art Deco R & Y Augousti Seating
Materials
Brass
Limited Edition Victoria Stool in Black Velvet and Brass by R&Y Augousti
By R & Y Augousti
Located in New York, NY
The Paris based label has distinguished themselves since their launch, with their iconic use of shagreen mixed with brass and other exotic materials. All furniture is handcrafted by ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Philippine Art Deco R & Y Augousti Seating
Materials
Brass
Upholstered Hide Chair in Black Oak by R&Y Augousti
By R & Y Augousti
Located in West Hollywood, CA
The Lola Chair by R&Y Augousti is a sublime blend of artisanal craftsmanship and understated opulence, crafted from the finest black oak and upholstered in luxurious, velvety black c...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Philippine Art Deco R & Y Augousti Seating
Materials
Cowhide, Oak
Limited Edition Victoria Stool in Coal Black Shagreen and Brass by R&Y Augousti
By R & Y Augousti
Located in New York, NY
The Paris based label has distinguished themselves since their launch, with their iconic use of shagreen mixed with brass and other exotic materials. All furniture is handcrafted by ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Philippine Art Deco R & Y Augousti Seating
Materials
Brass
R and Y Augousti French Modern White and Green Curved Shagreen Bench
By R & Y Augousti
Located in Queens, NY
French Modern white and green shagreen bench with curved seat and shaped legs. (bronze tag on bottom, R AND Y AUGOUSTI, LONDON)
Condition: Good; Wear consistent with age and use
Category
20th Century French Modern R & Y Augousti Seating
Materials
Shagreen
R & Y Augousti seating for sale on 1stDibs.
R & Y Augousti seating are available for sale on 1stDibs. These distinctive items are frequently made of metal and are designed with extraordinary care. There are many options to choose from in our collection of R & Y Augousti seating, although black editions of this piece are particularly popular. We have 2 vintage editions of these items in-stock, while there is 110 modern edition to choose from as well. Many of the original seating by R & Y Augousti were created in the Art Deco style in france during the 21st century and contemporary. If you’re looking for additional options, many customers also consider seating by Kifu Augousti, and Maxime Old. Prices for R & Y Augousti seating can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these items begin at $3,600 and can go as high as $17,615, while a piece like these, on average, fetch $6,405.
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