Jean Royère Cabinet

By concentrating on his graphic, elegant style, a subtle blend of tradition and the avant-garde, it is possible to overlook an essential quality of Breton artist...

DESCRIPTION: Walnut veneer storage cabinet with quadrangular opening and four doors decorated with gilded brass frame. Circa 1950, France. CONDITION: Very good condition. Wear consistent with age and use. DIMENSIONS: Height: 159cm (62.40in) Width: 240cm (94.48in) Depth: 50cm (17.52in) ABOUT THE DESIGNER: Jean Royère (French, 1902–1981) was an important furniture and interior designer of the 20th century. Born into a distinguished family, Royère originally worked as a banker before quitting in 1931 to pursue his passion for design. Following his apprenticeship with Parisian furniture maker Pierre Gouffe, Royère went on to win a contest to design the brasserie for the luxurious Hotel Carlton on the Champs-Élysées in 1934. From there, his fame quickly grew, and he went on to found his own company in 1944, designing custom furniture for high-end clients. Throughout his life, Royère traveled extensively, notably opening offices in Cairo, Beirut, Teheran, and Sao Paulo. Some of his most enthusiastic patrons included King Farouk, King Hussein of Jordan, and the Shah of Iran. His most memorable work was often considered whimsical or even eccentric, featuring unusual elements such as furry armchairs...

This stunning tall French cabinet was designed by architect and furniture designer Jean-Louis Godivier in the 1980s. It features a design reminiscent of a towering skyscraper, making...

Cube cabinet by Jean-Baptiste Van den Heede Signed and numbered Dimensions: L 30 x W 30 x H 90 cm Materials: Natural oakwood, nordic pine base Cube cabinet, auxiliary furniture for bedside table, house entrance, bar cabinet or jewel cabinet...