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R & Y Augousti Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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.

Find R&Y Augousti tables, seating and decorative objects on 1stDibs.

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Creator: R & Y Augousti
Pair of Quilted Chest of Drawers in Shagreen with Brass Details by R&Y Augousti
By R & Y Augousti
Located in West Hollywood, CA
The Coco Chest of Drawers by R&Y Augousti is a statement of understated luxury, where the tactile elegance of quilted shagreen meets the richness of bronze patina brass. The meticulously hand-crafted...
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21st Century and Contemporary Philippine Art Deco R & Y Augousti Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Brass

R&Y Augousti pair side cabinets or nightstands in green shagreen
By R & Y Augousti
Located in London, GB
Unique R & Y Augousti nightstands or sidetables. Each has two drawers. Hand dyed shagreen.
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1990s French Art Deco R & Y Augousti Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Wood, Shagreen Stingray

Quilted Chest of Drawers in Shagreen with Brass Details by R&Y Augousti
By R & Y Augousti
Located in West Hollywood, CA
The Coco Chest of Drawers by R&Y Augousti is a statement of understated luxury, where the tactile elegance of quilted shagreen meets the richness of bronze patina brass. The meticulo...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Philippine Art Deco R & Y Augousti Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Brass

Macassar Wood Bar Cabinet with Bronze-Patina Brass Details by R&Y Augousti
By R & Y Augousti
Located in New York, NY
The Arianne bar cabinet by R&Y Augousti is one of a kind statement piece. The overall piece is inlaid in Macassar wood accentuated with intricate bronze-patina brass details that hav...
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21st Century and Contemporary Philippine Art Deco R & Y Augousti Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Brass

Macassar Chest of Drawers 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 Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Brass

Shagreen Chest of Drawers 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 Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Brass

R&Y Augousti pair side cabinets or nightstands in green shagreen
By R & Y Augousti
Located in London, GB
Unique R & Y Augousti nightstands or sidetables. Each has two drawers. Hand dyed shagreen.
Category

1990s French Art Deco R & Y Augousti Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Wood, Shagreen Stingray

Iconic Chest of Drawers with Beveled Drawers 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 ...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Philippine Art Deco R & Y Augousti Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Shagreen Stingray

R & Y Augousti Paris Modern Reptile Dresser
By R & Y Augousti
Located in New York, NY
R & Y Augousti Paris modern snakeskin dresser with glass top, two short drawers over two long drawers. 42.25" H x 32" W x 22" D.
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1990s French Modern R & Y Augousti Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Python

Parchment Chest of Drawers 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 chest of drawers...
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21st Century and Contemporary Philippine Art Deco R & Y Augousti Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Brass

Lola Chest of Drawers 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. he Lola chest of drawers...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Philippine Art Deco R & Y Augousti Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Shagreen Stingray

Shagreen Rhomboid Chest of Drawers 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 Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Brass

Waldorf Chest of Drawers 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 ...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Philippine Art Deco R & Y Augousti Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Brass

Quilted Chest of Drawers in Shagreen with Brass Details by R&Y Augousti
By R & Y Augousti
Located in West Hollywood, CA
The Coco Chest of Drawers by R&Y Augousti is a statement of understated luxury, where the tactile elegance of quilted shagreen meets the richness of bronze patina brass. The meticulo...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Philippine Art Deco R & Y Augousti Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Brass

Shagreen Rhomboid Chest of Drawers 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 Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Brass

Pair of Quilted Chest of Drawers in Shagreen with Brass Details by R&Y Augousti
By R & Y Augousti
Located in West Hollywood, CA
The Coco Chest of Drawers by R&Y Augousti is a statement of understated luxury, where the tactile elegance of quilted shagreen meets the richness of bronze patina brass. The meticulously hand-crafted...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Philippine Art Deco R & Y Augousti Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Brass

Cosima 8 Console / Storage Unit 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 skilled artisans, ultimately making each piece unique, designed in Paris and produced in the Philippines. The Cosima 8 console is an updated version of the Cosima 7 console...
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21st Century and Contemporary Philippine Art Deco R & Y Augousti Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Brass

Tomboy Chest of Drawers and Mirror 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 Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Brass

Quilted Chest of Drawers in Cream Shagreen & 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 quilted chest of drawers...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Philippine Art Deco R & Y Augousti Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Brass

R & Y Augousti Lizard Covered Chest of Drawers
By R & Y Augousti
Located in Hudson, NY
A great chest of drawers wrapped in lizard skins by R & Y Augousti of Paris. This design Duo of husband and wife have been creating luxury pieces since 1989 when the firm first start...
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1990s French Modern R & Y Augousti Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Wood, Lizard

Quilted Chest of Drawers in Shagreen with Brass Details by R&Y Augousti
By R & Y Augousti
Located in West Hollywood, CA
The Coco Chest of Drawers by R&Y Augousti is a statement of understated luxury, where the tactile elegance of quilted shagreen meets the richness of bronze patina brass. The meticulously hand-crafted...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Philippine Art Deco R & Y Augousti Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Brass

Shagreen Chest of Drawers 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 Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Brass

Parchment Chest of Drawers 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 Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Goatskin

Shell Inlaid Chest of Drawers 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 Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Brass

Shagreen Rhomboid Chest of Drawers 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 Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Brass

Lola Chest of Drawers 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 Lola chest of drawers...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Philippine Art Deco R & Y Augousti Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Brass

Cosima 7 Console / Storage Unit 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 skilled artisans, ultimately making each piece unique, designed in Paris and produced in the Philippines. The Cosima 7 console...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Philippine Art Deco R & Y Augousti Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Brass

Fluted Chest of Drawers 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 fluted chest...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Philippine Art Deco R & Y Augousti Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Shell

Waldorf Chest of Drawers 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 ...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Philippine Art Deco R & Y Augousti Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Brass

Quilted Chest of Drawers in Cream Shagreen & 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 quilted chest of drawers...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Philippine Art Deco R & Y Augousti Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Brass

Quilted Chest of Drawers 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 quilted chest of drawers...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Philippine Art Deco R & Y Augousti Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Brass

Cosima 7 Console / Storage Unit 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 skilled artisans, ultimately making each piece unique, designed in Paris and produced in the Philippines. The Cosima 7 console...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Philippine Art Deco R & Y Augousti Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Brass

Waldorf Chest of Drawers 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 ...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Philippine Art Deco R & Y Augousti Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Brass

Tomboy Chest of Drawers in Coal Black 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 Tomboy chest of drawers in coal black...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Philippine Art Deco R & Y Augousti Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Shagreen Stingray

Parchment Chest of Drawers with Beveled Drawers 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 Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Goatskin

Lola Chest of Drawers in 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 Lola chest of drawers...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Philippine Art Deco R & Y Augousti Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Brass

Lola Chest of Drawers 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 Lola chest of drawers...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Philippine Art Deco R & Y Augousti Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Brass

Tomboy Chest of Drawers in Cream Shagreen & 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 Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Brass

Lola Chest of Drawers in 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 Lola chest of drawers...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Philippine Art Deco R & Y Augousti Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Brass

R & Y Augousti commodes and chests of drawers for sale on 1stDibs.

R & Y Augousti commodes and chests of drawers are available for sale on 1stDibs. These distinctive items are frequently made of shagreen stingray and are designed with extraordinary care. There are many options to choose from in our collection of R & Y Augousti commodes and chests of drawers, although gray editions of this piece are particularly popular. We have 2 vintage editions of these items in-stock, while there is 24 modern edition to choose from as well. Many of the original commodes and chests of drawers 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 commodes and chests of drawers by Kifu Augousti, and Ginger Brown. Prices for R & Y Augousti commodes and chests of drawers can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these items begin at $6,500 and can go as high as $12,490, while a piece like these, on average, fetch $9,370.

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