Modern Art & Design, 3 Sessions: Fall 2020
Sat, Oct 10, 2020 12:00PM EDT
Lot 179
Rare Jules Leleu Sideboard/Commode
Estimate: $30,000 - $50,000
Bid Increments
| Price | Bid Increment |
|---|---|
| $0 | $25 |
| $500 | $50 |
| $1,000 | $100 |
| $3,000 | $250 |
| $5,000 | $500 |
| $10,000 | $1,000 |
| $30,000 | $2,500 |
| $50,000 | $5,000 |
| $100,000 | $10,000 |
Artist/Designer; Manufacturer: Jules Leleu (French, 1883-1961)
Marking(s); notes: ink signed label (see detail photograph)
Country of origin; materials: France; figured quarter-sawn anigre, ormolu, mother of pearl
Dimensions (H, W, D): 37.5"h, 79"w, 18.5"d
Additional Information: Commode in figured quarter-sawn anigre has mother of pearl and diamond-patterned parquetry inlays. The two keyed doors each reveal an adjustable shelf and detailing includes ormolu beading and sabots on the front octagonal and tapered legs. 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.
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very good, some minor scratches, one drink ring to top, no pins for shelf, wear consistent with age and light use
Marking(s); notes: ink signed label (see detail photograph)
Country of origin; materials: France; figured quarter-sawn anigre, ormolu, mother of pearl
Dimensions (H, W, D): 37.5"h, 79"w, 18.5"d
Additional Information: Commode in figured quarter-sawn anigre has mother of pearl and diamond-patterned parquetry inlays. The two keyed doors each reveal an adjustable shelf and detailing includes ormolu beading and sabots on the front octagonal and tapered legs. 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.
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