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René Drouet Pair of Lounge Chairs in Olive Green Corduroy and Walnut
$42,000per set
£32,065.87per set
€36,726.65per set
CA$58,841.81per set
A$65,792.34per set
CHF 34,510.83per set
MX$796,903.25per set
NOK 435,631.39per set
SEK 411,566.41per set
DKK 274,128.02per set
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René Drouet, pair of lounge chairs, corduroy velvet, walnut, France, 1930s
Designed by French decorator René Drouet, these club chairs are a quintessential example of French Art Deco, a style that favored assertive geometry and bold, sculptural forms. The shape is where the real drama unfolds. Each chair is composed of a series of round contoured forms. The arms bulge outward – bold, cylindrical, and generously padded – yet their edges remain crisp and symmetrical. What is remarkable is how Drouet handles these large, swollen forms without slipping into excess. The rounded backrest crests in a smooth arc, mirroring the proportions of the arms and unifying the profile. The seat cushion sits low and deep, squared off to anchor the whole composition visually, contrasting subtly with the otherwise rotund rhythm. The walnut feet act as both structural support and aesthetic punctuation. Their stepped, rectilinear profile counters the softness above and subtly references the vertical, streamlined tendencies of Art Deco architecture.
René Drouet (1899-1993) had his origins in Puteaux, a city located close to Paris. Drouet, particularly known as a decorator, received recognition for his work in 1929 at the Salon des Artistes Décorateurs, and was also featured in several magazines such as Mobilier et Décoration. Drouet operated a store at 104, Rue du Faubourg Saint-Honoré, where he served an affluent clientele by furnishing their apartments. Drouet's furniture designs were characterized by their logical and straightforward style. His oeuvre of the thirties is defined by full shapes that were not overly heavy and had discreet, yet elegant curves. Following the Second World War, Drouet embraced the Art Deco style, incorporating more ornate decorative elements into his designs. He utilized materials such as oxidized mirrors and lacquers to create trompe l'oeil effects, and incorporated more fantastical elements, for example in the padded seats which had a baroque aesthetic.
Please note that we advise reupholstery before use. This item contains threadbare upholstery with loose seams and wear marks. Reupholstery can be done before shipping by our experienced craftspeople in our own in-house restoration atelier. With high attention for the original, they make sure every piece retains its value and is ready for the many years to come. We kindly ask you to contact our design experts for further information about the endless possibilities our restoration and upholstery atelier has to offer. Of course, a locally organized reupholstery is possible as well.
- Creator:René Drouet (Designer)
- Dimensions:Height: 30.52 in (77.5 cm)Width: 41.74 in (106 cm)Depth: 33.08 in (84 cm)Seat Height: 16.93 in (43 cm)
- Sold As:Set of 2
- Style:Art Deco (Of the Period)
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- Date of Manufacture:1930s/1940s
- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use. Every item Morentz offers is checked by our team of 30 craftspeople in our in-house workshop. Special restoration or reupholstery requests can be done. Check ‘About the item’ or ask our design specialists for detailed information on the condition.
- Seller Location:Waalwijk, NL
- Reference Number:Seller: 501177421stDibs: LU933146102632
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Established in 2006, Morentz has a team of approximately 55 restorers, upholsterers, interior advisers and art historians, making it a gallery, workshop and upholstery studio, all in one. Every day, a carefully selected array of 20th-century furniture arrives from all over the world at the firm’s warehouse, where the team thoroughly examines each piece to determine what, if any, work needs to be done. Whether that means new upholstery or a complete restoration, Morentz's aim is always to honor the designer’s intention while fulfilling the wishes of the client. The team is up to any challenge, from restoring a single piece to its original glory to furnishing a large-scale hotel project.
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