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Claude Lalanne Jewelry & Watches

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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Creator: Claude Lalanne
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 Jewelry & Watches

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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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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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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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Claude Lalanne (French, 1925-2019) A Rare Pink Silk and Bronze Ginkgo Handbag
By Claude Lalanne
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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 Jewelry & Watches

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Bronze

Claude Lalanne, a Rare Gilt-Bronze Dragonfly Frame, France, C. 1985
By Claude Lalanne
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Claude Lalanne jewelry & watches for sale on 1stDibs.

Find a range of Claude Lalanne jewelry & watches available on 1stDibs. Each of these unique items was designed with extraordinary care, often using silver. We have 6 pieces in this collection as well as a number of other designs by this jeweler. Modern and Art Nouveau are among the most popular styles of Claude Lalanne jewelry & watches available on 1stDibs. While this collection reflects work that originated over various time periods, most of these items were designed during the 20th century. If you’re looking for additional options, many customers also consider jewelry & watches by Roger Scemama for Yves Saint Laurent, Givenchy, and Emanuel Ungaro. Prices for Claude Lalanne jewelry & watches can differ depending upon gemstone, time period and other attributes. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $3,450 and tops out at $52,000, while pieces like these, on average, can sell for $14,000.

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