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Claude Lalanne Furniture

French, 1924-2019

François-Xavier Lalanne was born in 1927 in Agen. After the war, he moved to Paris where he studied at the Académie Julian to become a painter. On the occasion of his first exhibition at the Cimaise Gallery in Paris in 1952, Lalanne met Claude Dupeux (Lalanne), his future wife. After meeting her, he gave up painting and started working with her. 

The first joint exhibition for Claude and François-Xavier, titled "Zoophite," took place in 1964 at the J. Gallery. They revealed their creations — hybrids of sculptures and everyday objects. In 1966, they introduced themselves under the name Les Lalanne

The two artists each created their own works but shared a common universe inspired by the animal and plant world and often exhibited together.

François-Xavier invented a bestiary composed of monkeys, rhinos, donkeys, camels, toads, hippos and cats. Among them, the sheep was undoubtedly his favorite animal. Alone or in a flock, with or without a head, sheathed in the fleece of sheep or not, his sheep sculptures can also constitute seats. His will, shared by Claude, was to desacralize the sculpture to give it a familiar dimension.

François-Xavier and Claude are also known for their public commissions. For example, in France, François-Xavier created two concrete pigeons in the city of Grande-Borne in Grigny, and Les Pleureuses (“The Mourners”) is a monumental fountain created in 1986 by the couple that was installed at the Hakone Open-Air Museum in Japan. 

The work of Les Lalanne is exhibited throughout the world, presented in both galleries and museums. The retrospective organized in 2010 by the Musée des Arts Décoratifs is one of the last major exhibitions of the duo. 

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(Biography provided by Bailly Gallery Geneva-Paris)

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Claude Lalanne silver gilt “Collerette” bracelet
By Claude Lalanne
Located in New York, NY
Portman Gallery (Brooklyn, NY) is proud to offer this bracelet by Claude Lalanne in gilt silver, a somewhat rare material in her jewelry oeuvre, number 11 from the edition of only 50...
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Late 20th Century French Post-War Claude Lalanne Furniture

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Claude Lalanne, "Pomme Bouche", A bronze brooch, Arthus-Bertrand, Paris
By Claude Lalanne
Located in Paris, FR
Claude Lalanne (1924-2019) Pomme Bouche A patinated bronze brooch figuring an apple with a human mouth surmounted with a green patinated leaf next to the apple tail. Monogrammed « C.L. » and « Lalanne » on the back. With maker’s mark «  A-B PARIS ». Edited by Arthus-Bertrand, Paris, France. Circa 1990. Note This elegant brooch epitomizes the poetic universe of Claude Lalanne. Mixing human, animal and vegetal elements is one the originalities of the Lalanne creative duo during their decades of collaboration. Claude & François Lalanne...
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1990s French Modern Claude Lalanne Furniture

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Pomme Bouche, Brooch, Claude Lalanne, French, Design, 1990's, Bronze, Jewels
By Claude Lalanne
Located in Geneva, CH
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1990s Art Nouveau Claude Lalanne Furniture

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Claude Lalanne Hortensia Or Hydrangea Floral Necklace Edition Artcurial
By Claude Lalanne
Located in Chicago, IL
Claude Lalanne Hortensia or Hydrangia Vermeil necklace. Composed of a series of sculpted flower petals. Signed and numbered 53 of 100 edition. Edition Artcurial, Paris. 53/100 Origi...
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1980s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Claude Lalanne Furniture

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Vermeil

Claude Lalanne Brooch Pomme Bouche Patinated Bronze Brooch Signed CL Lalanne
By Claude Lalanne
Located in Chicago, IL
Surrealistic Pomme Bouche brooch by Claude Lalanne, created in 1975. Bronze with a dark brown patina and a verdigris leaf and stem, signed with editions mark and monogrammed Arthus-B...
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1990s French Mid-Century Modern Claude Lalanne Furniture

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Bronze

80's Claude Lalanne's vermeil 'Hortensia' bracelet
By Claude Lalanne
Located in Paris, FR
Claude Lalanne 'Hortensia' Bracelet 1983 Vermeil Artcurial Edition, Paris Measure: L. : 20 cm.
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1980s French Vintage Claude Lalanne Furniture

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90's Claude Lalanne copper «Hortensias» earrings
By Claude Lalanne
Located in Paris, FR
Claude Lalanne «Hortensias» earrings A pair of galvanised cooper ear clips; stamped signature. Measure: H.: 5 cm.
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1990s French Claude Lalanne Furniture

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Copper

Copper and zirconium Claude Lalanne's 'Hortensia' bracelet
By Claude Lalanne
Located in Paris, FR
Claude Lalanne Bracelet 'Hortensia' A galvanised cooper and zirconium bracelet, stamped signature Measure: L.: 18 cm.
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1990s French Claude Lalanne Furniture

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Copper

CLAUDE LALANNE Silver Leaf Collar Bow Choker heirloom necklace Paris
By Claude Lalanne
Located in Boston, MA
Important Jewelry. CLAUDE LALANNE 1980s gorgeous Leaf Bow Choker in Silver. Circa: 1980 Place of Origin: France Artist: CLAUDE LALANNE (French, 1924 - 2019) HANDMADE From the artist'...
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1980s French Modern Vintage Claude Lalanne Furniture

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Gilt Metal, Silver

Claude Lalanne POMME BOUCHE Brooch - Never used
By Claude Lalanne
Located in Boston, MA
CLAUDE LALANNE Iconic "POMME BOUCHE" made into a brooch. Designed 1990 Produced by Arthus Bertrand, Paris Patinated bronze Monogrammed C.L and stamped LAL...
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1990s French Modern Claude Lalanne Furniture

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CLAUDE LALANNE Silver Groseilles Choker Necklace Bangle Set
By Claude Lalanne
Located in Boston, MA
*Important Jewelry* Can use a polish - which we will leave to the new owner. ORIGINAL - handmade by Claude Lalanne. From her PERSONAL COLLECTION Stunning Necklace and matching Bracelet in ARTCURIAL Paris box. CLAUDE LALANNE signed Groseilles parure set (EXTREMELY RARE TO HAVE A SET) Circa: 1980s Place of Origin: France Artist: CLAUDE LALANNE (French, 1924 - 2019 ) Numbered 3/50 HANDMADE by the Artist in her Fontainebleau Ury studio. This is one of the LALANNE family heirlooms that Selection Coste is presenting. Express shipping available. Condition: Excellent - NEVER WORN but needs polish due to oxidation from storage. The shown certificate is only for the bracelet. About the Artist: Claude Lalanne was born in Paris in 1924, and was among few women of her generation to study architecture at the École des Beaux-Arts. She later trained at the École nationale supérieure des Arts Décoratifs. In the 1950s, she emerged as part of the last wave of the avant-garde in Parisl, and associated with the likes of Magritte...
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1980s French Art Nouveau Vintage Claude Lalanne Furniture

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Claude Lalanne (French, 1925-2019) A Rare Pink Silk and Bronze Ginkgo Handbag
By Claude Lalanne
Located in New York, NY
Indulge in the enchanting world of Claude Lalanne with the exquisite Ginkgo Handbag, a wearable masterpiece from Lalanne's iconic Ginkgo collection. Crafted with unparalleled artistr...
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20th Century French Claude Lalanne Furniture

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Bronze

Claude Lalanne, a Rare Gilt-Bronze Dragonfly Frame, France, C. 1985
By Claude Lalanne
Located in New York, NY
Claude Lalanne (1925-2019) a rare gilt-bronze dragonfly frame, France C. 1985, Signed on reverse Cl. Lalanne Artcurial 25/450. Measures: 4" high x 3.5" wide Great condition. Ready...
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Claude Lalanne, a Rare Gilt-Bronze Dragonfly Frame, France, C. 1985
By Claude Lalanne
Located in New York, NY
Claude Lalanne (1925-2019) a rare gilt-bronze dragonfly frame, France C. 1985, Signed on reverse Cl. Lalanne Artcurial 25/450. Measures: 4" high x 3...
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20th Century French Art Nouveau Claude Lalanne Furniture

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Bronze

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Claude Lalanne furniture for sale on 1stDibs.

Claude Lalanne furniture 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 Claude Lalanne furniture, although gold editions of this piece are particularly popular. Many of the original furniture by Claude Lalanne were created in the mid-century modern style in france during the 20th century. If you’re looking for additional options, many customers also consider furniture by Jean Rivier, Jacques Sicard, and Jean-Claude Farhi. Prices for Claude Lalanne furniture can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these items begin at $2,800 and can go as high as $9,986, while a piece like these, on average, fetch $7,489.

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