Artist/Designer; Manufacturer: Jules Leleu (chairs)(French, 1883-1961), Paule Leleu (tapestry)(French, 1906-1987)
Marking(s); notes: no marking(s) apparent
Country of origin; materials: France; anigre, ormolu, metal, Aubusson tapestry
Dimensions (H, W, D): arm chairs: 37.5"h, 23.5"w, 21"d, 19" seat height; side chairs: 37.5"h, 19"w, 19"d, 19" seat height
Additional Information: Set is comprised of four arm chairs and eight side chairs, each with the original floral Aubusson tapestry trimmed with period nail heads. Additional detailing includes ormolu sabots on the front feet. The dining set comprised of table, sideboard/commode and chairs were commissioned by the Derveaux family in 1953 and are depicted in situ in a 1956 photograph in the dining room of Mr. & Mrs. Derveaux in "The House of Leleu." The chairs were also featured in the Introspective Magazine article "10 Interior Designers Reimagine Iconic Rooms" (Jorge S. Arango, 6.28.2020). Provenance: Mr. & Mrs. Derveaux, France | Derveaux family heirs, Montreal, Canada | purchased directly by the consignor. Reference: The House of Leleu, Francoise Siriex, pg. 224.

Video preview available for all lots. Live or video walkthrough by appointment - email info@modernauctions.com. Thinking of selling? We are now accepting consignments for our February 2021 auction. very good, patina to metal, some wear and staining to upholstery, wear consistent with age and light use