Jules Leleu Furniture
French, 1883-1961
A designer and ensemblier, Jules Leleu was one of the key authors of the Art Deco movement. While he did not win the fame of such contemporaries as Émile-Jacques Ruhlmann and Jean-Michel Frank, Leleu had a longer career and was easily their peer in the conception of trim, refined furniture forms and in the use of the opulent materials — from lacquer and ivory to sharkskin and exotic woods — that were a keynote of haute Art Deco design.
Leleu was born into a family of artisans and decorators. Their firm, Maison Leleu, had existed since the 18th century and Jules would guide it through much of the 20th. (The business lasted until 1973, headed at the end by Jules's children.) He studied architecture, served as an aviator in World War I, and after the conflict took up design full-time.
Leleu presented work at the 1925 exposition in Paris that gave us the term Art Deco, and the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York purchased a burl amboyna wood commode by Leleu directly from the show.
As the desks, dining tables and other furniture on 1stDibs show, Leleu was a stickler for precision craft and preferred to let his materials do the talking — his furniture is generally spare and sleek; its presence is established by figuring (or patterning/graining) in the wood and the occasional marquetry medallion. He had a keen eye for currents in design and an adaptable sensibility.
Maison Leleu would embrace many of the starker forms of modernism after the 1940s, as well as new materials such as artificial lacquer and plastics (then considered cutting-edge rather than cheap). Jules Leleu is a guiding light of 20th-century modernism: a man whose work represents both a devotion to traditional handiwork and an appreciation for the next wave in design.
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Period: Mid-20th Century
Creator: Jules Leleu
Original Art Deco Armchair, by Jules Leleu, Beech, Revived Polish, France, 1930s
By Jules Leleu
Located in Brandys nad Labem, Středočeský kraj
This elegant Art Deco armchair, designed by Jules Leleu, comes from France from the first half of the 20th century. It is made of stained beech and has undergone careful restoration....
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1930s French Art Deco Vintage Jules Leleu Furniture
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Fabric, Upholstery, Wood, Beech, Lacquer
Maison Leleu, Mid-century Two-door Walnut Cabinet, France, C. 1960
By Jules Leleu
Located in New York, NY
Walnut cabinet with sliding doors, removable shelves and metal legs by Maison Leleu.
Signed: Leleu Paris.
The house of Leleu rose to prominence in the 1920s during the Art Déco per...
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1960s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Jules Leleu Furniture
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Metal
Early 20th Century French Deco Rug by Leleu
By Jules Leleu
Located in West Hollywood, CA
This traditional handwoven French Leleu deco rug has an overall eu-de-nil field with a profusion of delicate tiles checkered with alternating geometric icons, in a majestic turquoise...
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Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Jules Leleu Furniture
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Wool
Set of Two Restored Art Deco Armchairs, by Jules Leleu, Beech, France, 1930s
By Jules Leleu
Located in Brandys nad Labem, Středočeský kraj
This elegant pair of Art Deco armchairs comes from France from the first half of the 20th century. They are the work of architect Jules Leleu and are made of beech. The armchairs hav...
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1930s French Art Deco Vintage Jules Leleu Furniture
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Fabric, Upholstery, Wood, Beech, Lacquer
Pair 1930s French Art Deco Gilt Bronze Wall Sconces Documented by Jules Leleu
By Jules Leleu
Located in Opa Locka, FL
Rare Pair of French Art Deco Gilt Bronze w/ Crystal Wall Sconces Documented and made by Jules Leleu. The crystal was manufactured by Baccarat as Baccarat made the crystal for Leleu's...
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1930s French Art Deco Vintage Jules Leleu Furniture
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Bronze
Jules Leleu Set of Three Sconces with Faceted Glass Crystals Ca 1948 'Signed'
By Jules Leleu
Located in New York, NY
Set of three sconces model no. 3626 in bronze with faceted glass crystals by Leleu, France c.1948 (stamped “LELEU PARIS” on back). These sconces have been restored and newly rewired and take standard candelabra bulbs. These iconic sconces...
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1940s French Art Deco Vintage Jules Leleu Furniture
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Bronze
Elegant Art Deco Mahogany and Gilt Bronze Desk by Jules Leleu
By Jules Leleu
Located in Montreal, QC
Elegant Art Deco mahogany and gilt bronze executive desk by Jules Leleu.
Inset with leather top and signed in one of the drawers.
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1940s French Art Deco Vintage Jules Leleu Furniture
Materials
Mahogany
Elegant pair of Sconces by Jules Leleu
By Jules Leleu
Located in Los Angeles, CA
we have over three thousand antique sconces and over one thousand antique lights, if you need a specific pair of sconces or lights, use the contact dealer button to ask us, we might ...
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1950s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Jules Leleu Furniture
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Wrought Iron, Brass
Small Sycamore Living Room Cabinet, signed J. Leleu – 1950
By Jules Leleu
Located in HÉRIC, FR
Ravissant Petit Meuble réalisé par Jules Leleu (1883-1961) célèbre Designer Français de la Période Art Déco. Ce décorateur et ébéniste de légende, a su allier Élégance et Luxe dans u...
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1950s French Art Deco Vintage Jules Leleu Furniture
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Sycamore
Jules Leleu , very large and elegant sycamore art deco sideboard circa 1935
By Jules Leleu
Located in Mouscron, WHT
Jules Leleu ,very large and elegant sycamore art deco sideboard circa 1935
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1930s French Art Deco Vintage Jules Leleu Furniture
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Bronze
1950s Vintage Jules Leleu French Art Deco Brass Wall Sconces, Sold as Set of Six
By Jules Leleu
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Jules Leleu polished brass and glass pair of sconces, attributed to Jules Leleu. Three pairs available. Professionally rewired. Original porcelain socket. Total of 6 sconces availabl...
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1940s European Mid-Century Modern Vintage Jules Leleu Furniture
Materials
Crystal, Bronze
Art Deco Floor Lamp by Jules Leleu
By Jules Leleu
Located in Montreal, QC
Beautiful Art Deco rosewood floor lamp with fine gilt bronze mounts by Jules Leleu, signed: Jules Leleu.
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1940s French Vintage Jules Leleu Furniture
Materials
Rosewood
Pair of French Art Deco Aubusson Armchairs
By Jules Leleu
Located in Queens, NY
Pair of French Art Deco mahogany open Armchairs with bronze feet and floral Aubusson upholstered seat and back. (att: JULES LELEU, Ile de France)
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1930s French Art Deco Vintage Jules Leleu Furniture
Materials
Mahogany, Tapestry
Mahogany and Laque Nuagée Guéridon by Jules Leleu
By Jules Leleu
Located in Montreal, QC
Mahogany and laque nuagée guéridon by Jules Leleu.
stamped signature "J. Leleu", with circular lacquered top, set on mahogany tripod base with nickel plated bronze curved feet.
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1950s French Art Deco Vintage Jules Leleu Furniture
Materials
Mahogany
Pair of Vintage Jules Leleu French Bronze Sconces
By Jules Leleu
Located in Fairfax, VA
Pair of double arm 1950s bronze wall sconces.
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1950s French Vintage Jules Leleu Furniture
Materials
Bronze
Jules Leleu, Mahogany and Leather Armchair, France, circa 1945
By Jules Leleu
Located in New York, NY
Mahogany and leather visitor armchair by Jules Leleu. Marked with model number.
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1940s French Vintage Jules Leleu Furniture
Materials
Leather, Mahogany
Pair of French Modern Neoclassical Brass and Crystal Floor Lamps, Jules Leleu
By Jules Leleu
Located in New York, NY
Elegant and timeless pair of French Mid-Century Modern floor lamps by Jules Leleu in solid brass with bronze patina and crystal detailing. The pieces are highlighted with crystal rin...
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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Jules Leleu Furniture
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Crystal, Brass
Mahogany Marquetry Side Table by Jules Leleu, Inlaid with Brass and Pewter.
By Jules Leleu
Located in Montreal, QC
Marquetry side table by Jules Leleu, inlaid with brass and pewter. Signed: Jules Leleu. (Also available a matching pair of simple beds).
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1940s French Art Deco Vintage Jules Leleu Furniture
Materials
Mahogany
Jules Leleu, Walnut Sideboard with Three Diamond Marquetry Design Doors
By Jules Leleu
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Jules Leleu. Veneer walnut sideboard with three diamond marquetry design doors. Central bronze ornament; signed.
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Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Jules Leleu Furniture
Materials
Bronze
Rare and Beautiful Set of Five French Bronze Sconces by Jules Leleu
By Jules Leleu
Located in Los Angeles, CA
We have over three thousand antique sconces and over one thousand antique lights, if you need a specific pair of sconces or lights use the “Contact Dealer” button to ask us, we might...
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1950s French Vintage Jules Leleu Furniture
Materials
Bronze
Rare and Elegant Pair of Art Deco Gilt Bronze Sconces by Jules Leleu
By Jules Leleu
Located in Montreal, QC
Rare and elegant pair of Art Deco gilt bronze sconces by Jules Leleu, France, 1940
Stamped Leleu and numbered.
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1940s French Art Deco Vintage Jules Leleu Furniture
Materials
Bronze
Jules Leleu, Coffee Table with Tripod Base, circa 1930
By Jules Leleu
Located in New York, NY
Beautiful examples of Jules Leleu timeless designs. The coffee table, circa 1930, is in mahogany, glass and nickel plated metal. It is in great condition.
Jules-Emile Leleu (1883-...
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1930s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Jules Leleu Furniture
Materials
Metal
Detailed French Art Deco Table in the Manner of Jules Leleu
By Jules Leleu
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Detailed French Art Deco table in the manner of Jules Leleu. Drawer on each side of the table. Brass Details throughout rosewood, stained in two beautiful tones.
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1940s Vintage Jules Leleu Furniture
Materials
Rosewood
Pair of "Jules Leleu" Bronze Chandeliers, French, circa 1940s
By Jules Leleu
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Pair of "Jules Leleu" bronze chandeliers,
French, circa 1940s,
each with four downward turning arms and conical candle nozzles.
Measure: Height 21"
Provenance:
Tepper Galleries ...
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1940s Vintage Jules Leleu Furniture
Materials
Glass
Set of 10 Fine French Mid-Century Dining Chairs by Jules Leleu
By Jules Leleu
Located in Long Island City, NY
Jules Leleu (1883 - 1961)- Rare set of 10 fine French Mid-Century dining chairs with a tubular lacquered metal frame and gilded brass feet.
Signed
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1950s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Jules Leleu Furniture
Materials
Metal, Brass
Jules Leleu, Art Deco, Two-Tiered Side Table with Removable Tray, France
By Jules Leleu
Located in New York, NY
Remarkable Art Deco, two-tiered table with blue-backed, glass topped, removable top, brass handles, and swirled supports.
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1930s French Art Deco Vintage Jules Leleu Furniture
Materials
Brass
Jules Leleu furniture for sale on 1stDibs.
Jules Leleu furniture are available for sale on 1stDibs. These distinctive items are frequently made of wood and are designed with extraordinary care. There are many options to choose from in our collection of Jules Leleu furniture, although brown editions of this piece are particularly popular. Many of the original furniture by Jules Leleu were created in the Art Deco style in europe during the 20th century. If you’re looking for additional options, many customers also consider furniture by Charles Dudouyt, André Arbus, and Jean Pascaud. Prices for Jules Leleu furniture can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these items begin at $890 and can go as high as $225,000, while a piece like these, on average, fetch $16,817.
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