{"title":"Maurice Dufrêne","description":"\u003cp\u003eMaurice Dufrêne (1876-1955) was a French decorator and designer, a founding member of the Société des Artistes Décorateurs in 1901. After working for Meier Graefe's La Maison Moderne in the Art Nouveau period, he directed La Maîtrise, the design studio of the Galeries Lafayette, from 1921. His furniture of the 1920s shows Art Deco refinement in fine veneers and lacquer. Collectors seek signed pieces of that decade.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"maurice-dufrene-giltwood-brown-velvet-sofa-circa-1925","title":"Maurice Dufrêne, Sofa, giltwood and brown velvet, circa 1925","description":"This very elegant Corolle model sofa was designed in 1925 by Maurice Dufrêne for the workshops of La Maîtrise, the decorative arts department of Galeries Lafayette, where he served as artistic director at the time. This emblematic model perfectly illustrates the Art deco aesthetic of the mid 1920s, in which the lines take over ornament. The backrest and armrests form a continuous, enveloping curve evocative of a floral corolla, while the balanced proportions lend the piece a presence that is both sculptural and refined. The gilt wood structure elegantly highlights the design of the furniture and reinforces the architectural reading of the piece. The banquette rests on tapered, slightly curved legs, characteristic of the formal vocabulary developed by Dufrêne, combining French tradition with decorative modernity. The generous seat and tufted backrest provide a high level of comfort, further enhanced by a brown velvet upholstery that subtly contrasts with the gilded base. This Corolle model bears witness to Maurice Dufrêne’s central role within La Maîtrise, where he sought to democratize elegant, legible, and coherent furniture, intended both for prestigious interiors and for the large decorative ensembles of the era.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nThis sofa has been fully restored, regilded, and reupholstered, and is in museum condition. A pair of armchairs, from the same line, is also available, for a full living room set.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nLiterature : La Maîtrise des Galeries Lafayette, directeur artistique Maurice Dufrène, Hors concours - Toutes classes exposition des arts décoratifs de 1925, page 18. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nDimensions :\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nWidth : 147 cm\u003cbr\u003eDepth : 82 cm\u003cbr\u003eHeight : 81 cm\u003cbr\u003eSeating height : 45 cm\u003cbr\u003e","brand":"Maurice Dufrêne","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53545366520149,"sku":null,"price":40000.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1037\/6236\/2709\/files\/Maurice_Dufrene_giltwood_brown_velvet_sofa_circa_1925_1_da4b7e2f-43fa-44df-8229-9e17ad48fd4c.jpg?v=1775560119"},{"product_id":"maurice-dufrene-giltwood-brown-velvet-armchairs-circa-1925","title":"Maurice Dufrêne, Armchairs, giltwood and brown velvet, circa 1925","description":"This very elegant pair of Clématite armchairs was designed in 1925 by Maurice Dufrène for the workshops of La Maîtrise, the decorative arts department of Galeries Lafayette, where he served as artistic director at the time. This emblematic model perfectly illustrates the Art Deco aesthetic of the mid 1920s, in which the lines take over ornament. The backrest and armrests form a continuous, enveloping curve evocative of a floral corolla, while the balanced proportions lend the piece a presence that is both sculptural and refined. The giltwood structure elegantly highlights the design of the furniture and reinforces the architectural reading of the piece. The armchairs rest on tapered, slightly curved legs, characteristic of the formal vocabulary developed by Dufrène, combining French tradition with decorative modernity. The generous seat and tufted backrest provide a high level of comfort, further enhanced by a brown velvet upholstery that subtly contrasts with the gilded base. This Clématite model bears witness to Maurice Dufrène’s central role within La Maîtrise, where he sought to democratize elegant, legible, and coherent furniture, intended both for prestigious interiors and for the large decorative ensembles of the era.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nThis pair of armchairs has been fully restored, regilded, and reupholstered, and is in museum condition. A sofa, from the same line, is also available, for a full living room set.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nLiterature : La Maîtrise des Galeries Lafayette, directeur artistique Maurice Dufrène, Hors concours - Toutes classes exposition des arts décoratifs de 1925, page 18. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nDimensions :\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nWidth : 62 cm\u003cbr\u003eDepth : 56 cm\u003cbr\u003eHeight : 87 cm\u003cbr\u003eSeating height : 51 cm\u003cbr\u003e","brand":"Maurice Dufrêne","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53545366552917,"sku":null,"price":45000.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1037\/6236\/2709\/files\/Maurice_Dufrene_giltwood_brown_velvet_armchairs_circa_1925_1_6e7ae00d-8d54-4801-904c-528dbf0daf87.jpg?v=1775560120"},{"product_id":"tapis-art-deco-signe-de-maurice-dufrene-pour-la-maitrise-1922","title":"Maurice Dufrêne for La Maîtrise, Art Deco Rug, 1922","description":"\u003cp\u003eMaurice Dufrène designed this tapestry for the studio La Maitrise, Les Galeries Lafayette, in Paris in 1922, just as he became the director of the studio. Crafted from handspun wool, the tapestry displays a mystical scene of flowers and leaves, intertwined and almost lost among abstract swirls and flourishes. Pastel colors like lilac, white yellow, and coral, lend a gentle and inspiring feel to the design. The piece would make a stunning, museum-quality art piece, full of important Art Deco history and demonstrating a masterful combination of skill and creativity. It is one of the first pieces he ever designed during his time with La Maitrise, heralding a prolific period of production. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDimensions :\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWidth : 231 cm\u003cbr\u003eDepth : 1 cm\u003cbr\u003eHeight : 153 cm\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Maurice Dufrêne","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53545402499413,"sku":"1","price":30000.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1037\/6236\/2709\/files\/Maurice_Dufrene_for_La_Maitrise_art_deco_tapestry_1922_1_e5f70544-ca6f-4e22-b21a-5d45d4aad806.jpg?v=1775561910"},{"product_id":"gilded-wood-and-parchment-center-table-attr-maurice-dufrene-1930s","title":"Attributed to Maurice Dufrêne, Center Table, gilded wood and parchment, 1930s","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis beautiful 1930s Art Deco center table gueridon attributed to Maurice Dufrène imparts a cosy, glowing mood to any room. The warm parchment on the two-tier table tops remains looking warm and smooth, while the carved gilded wood feet feature an amazing patina. Its sophisticated and clean design, with gilded wood, is typical of Maurice Dufrène work during his lead at La Maîtrise. It has been fully refinished, and is in a very good condition. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDimensions : \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDiameter : 90 cm\u003cbr\u003eHeight : 67 cm\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Maurice Dufrêne","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53545431662933,"sku":"1","price":12800.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1037\/6236\/2709\/files\/Gilded_wood_and_parchment_center_table_attributed_to_Maurice_Dufre_Cne_1930_1_f195f86c-4419-496c-ba97-25be2eeb3500.jpg?v=1775574130"},{"product_id":"art-deco-amboyna-burl-wood-commode-attr-maurice-dufrene-1940s","title":"Attributed to Maurice Dufrêne, Art Deco Commode, amboyna burl wood, 1940s","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis beautiful 1940s Art Deco chest of drawers attributed to Maurice Dufrène imparts a cosy, glowing mood to any space. The warm amboyna burl wood remains looking healthy and smooth some eighty years later. Gilded carved feet and solid brass handles adorn the front of the commode, and one of the signatures of Maurice Dufrène during his lead at La Maîtrise. This commode feels delightfully modern for the period and charmingly vintage now. It has been fully refinished, and is in great vintage condition. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDimensions : \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWidth : 123 cm\u003cbr\u003eDepth : 47 cm\u003cbr\u003eHeight : 92 cm\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Maurice Dufrêne","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53545431695701,"sku":"1","price":11500.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1037\/6236\/2709\/files\/Maurice_Dufre_Cne_Attributed_Art_deco_amboyna_burl_wood_commode_1940_1_a5c697f4-5d25-4d00-92a3-30c42d8d1ceb.jpg?v=1775574132"},{"product_id":"nice-gueridon-attributed-to-maurice-dufrene","title":"Attributed to Maurice Dufrêne, Guéridon","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaurice Dufrêne\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eJolie table d’appoint dans le goût de Maurice dufrêne vers 1930. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDimensions: Height: 24.41 in (62 cm), Diameter: 29.53 in (75 cm)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaterials: Wood\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStyle: Art Deco\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOrigin: France\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePeriod: 1930-1939\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCondition: Good\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Maurice Dufrêne","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54277028217173,"sku":null,"price":6800.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1037\/6236\/2709\/files\/IMG_1783013934987_master.jpg?v=1783040444"}],"url":"https:\/\/the-vestige.com\/collections\/maurice-dufrene.oembed","provider":"The Vestige","version":"1.0","type":"link"}