I like designing out-of-context, without the limitations of angles, corridors, rooms or walls. It’s all the same to me, whether I am doing sleeves for dresses or table legs.” These are two of Cardin’s earliest designs … both are quite … Continue reading
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The imposing forms of Mattia Bonetti’s furniture are often quite evocative. The first three examples here are some of his more rigorous works, which we find to be arresting. They speak to the present and possibility and freedom without being sentimental. … Continue reading
ArtParis is electric! Young designers are breaking new ground with works that are thoughtful, playful and experimental in turns. We are very excited about the energy and quality presented last evening at the vernissage! Stay tuned from more on this … Continue reading
Having just seen their impressive stand at Design Miami last week, we were at the vernissage this evening of ‘Project Room’ at the Carpenters Workshop Gallery in Paris which showcased the amazing work of Ingrid Donat. Each of her bronze … Continue reading
Over at Galerie Michel Giraud we spotted a magnificent red-lacquered cabinet (circa 1938-42) by Eugene Printz. The details and finish on this piece are sublime. We can source work by this designer for you. Contact us with inquiries. We invite you … Continue reading
On the same stand, our eye was also drawn to a Cubist dressing table and seat (circa 1926) by Paul Follot. These pieces had been part of a complete set, comprising a bedroom,which was created by Pomore (the workshop connected … Continue reading
Galerie Downtown had recreated the interior of the Maison Borot in Montmartre, integrally created by Charlotte Perriand in 1959. Note the interesting cabinet handles and the water tap integrated into the panel above the basin on the right hand side … Continue reading
Carpenters Workshop Gallery had a wonderful commode designed by Marc Newson in 1987. It was inspired by an anthropormophic commode by Andre Groult. We can source work by this designer for you. Contact us with inquiries. We invite you to join … Continue reading
We saw this commode at Robert Deniau last weekend in the old village of Mougins. It is French, 18th century and all original. The finish is new and rustic and very similar to the Ralph Lauren line featured on Habitually … Continue reading
This seat by Jeppe Hein, was exhibited in the entrance area and we liked the white on white effect of the bench set against a white wall. Entitled ’Modified Social Bench U’, it is made of powder-coated galvanised steel and … Continue reading
