Emile jacques ruhlmann biography of williams
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‘Vitruvian Man’
Related to the sectio aurea, as an aid to classic design, is Leonardo’s ‘Vitruvian Man’.The Vitruv The Art Deco movement emerged in the early 20th century, finding its peak in the 1920s and 1930s. This influential style is characterised by its unique blend of modernity and tradition, reflecting the societal changes of the time, including advancements in technology, industrialisation, and a post-war desire for luxury and elegance. Art Deco is renowned for its bold geometric forms and patterns. These include zigzags, chevrons, and stylised floral motifs, often arranged in symmetrical designs. The use of sharp angles and lines gives the movement a sense of modernity and dynamism. The movement favoured opulent materials such as chrome, glass, and marble. Often, these materials were combined to create striking contrasts. Colour schemes were equally lavish, with deep, vibrant hues complemented by metallic accents—gold, silver, and bronze were particularly popular. Art Deco extended beyond architecture to include various decorative arts, such as furniture, textiles, and ceramics. The focus was on craftsmanship and detail, with pieces often featuring intricate inlays, bold patterns, and innovative forms. Pioneers of this style played a crucial role in shaping urban landscapes and interior designs during the early 20th century. One of the foremost pioneers of Art Deco architecture is the French architect Émile-Jacques Ruhlmann. Known for his opulent and meticulously detailed interiors, Ruhlmann's work exemplifies the extravagant use of materials and the emphasis on craftsmanship that typifies Art Deco. His designs often incorporated exotic woods, polished metals, and intricate marquetry, which set new standards for high-end commercial and residential spaces. My favourite example of Art Deco architecture is the Chrysler Building (above) by William Van Alen. Another key figure is R Use your arrow keys to navigate the tabs below, and your tab key to choose an item Title:Carpet Designer:Emile-Jacques Ruhlmann (French, Paris 1879–1933 Paris) Designer: Emile Gaudissard (French, 1872–1956) Date:ca. 1925 Medium:Wool, cotton Dimensions:Diam. 8 ft. 1/2 in. (2.45 m) Classification:Textiles-Rugs Credit Line:Purchase, Bequest of Thelma Williams Gill, by exchange, 2002 Object Number:2002.365 (sale, Sotheby's, London, March 20, 1998, no. 527); [L'Arc en Seine, Paris, ca. 1998–ca. 2002]; (sale, Sotheby's, New York, June 7, 2002, no. 294; sold to MMA) New York. The Metropolitan Museum of Art. "Ruhlmann: Genius of Art Deco," June 10–September 5, 2004, no. 48. Maurice Dufrène. Ensembles mobiliers: Exposition Internationale 1925. Paris, 1926, pl. 5. model no. 542ar and 807nr Commissioned directly from the artist by actress Jane Renouardt, St. Cloud, France, 1930 Florence Camard, Ruhlmann: Master of Art Deco, New York, 1983, pp. 180 (for a gouache showing the model) and 181 Overall in very good original condition. The scale and overall presence of this rare work is all the more impressive when viewed in person. The outer two rings of the headboard have a gentle undulating curve that add another dimensional quality to the work, inherent in the design and are not visible in the catalog illustration. The textural quality of the Macassar ebony more pronounced when viewed in person. The wooden surfaces with minor scattered scuffs, scratches, nicks and bumps as is typical wit The Art Deco Movement
The Art Deco Movement and Its Design Features
Key Characteristics of Art Deco Design
Geometric Shapes
Rich Materials and Colours
Decorative Arts
Architecture
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Montreal Museum of Fine Arts. "Ruhlmann: Genius of Art Deco," September 30–December 12, 2004, no. 48.
Florence Camard. Ruhlmann: Master of Art Deco. New York, 1984, ill. p. 232.
Les Ruhlmann de Geneviève et Pierre Hebey. October 28, 1999, pp. 264, 269, 316.
Jared Goss in "Recent Acquisitions. A Selection: 2002–2003." Metropolitan Museum of Art Bulletin 61 (Fall 2003), p. 46, ill. (color).
Emmanuel Bréon and Rosalind Pepall, ed. Ruhlmann: Genius of Art Deco. Exh. cat., Musée des Années 30, Boulogne-Billancourt. Paris, 2004, pp. 254–55, 294.
Florence Camard. Jacques Émile Ruhlmann. New York, 2011, p. 122.
Jared Goss. French Art Deco. New York, 2014, pp. 201, 249 nn. 1–3, p. 262, no. 57, ill. (color).ÉMILE-JACQUES RUHLMANN | "Lit Soleil"
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Provenance
Hôtel Drouot, Paris, Collection Jane Renouardt, St. Cloud, May 26, 1972
Didier Aaron, Paris
Collection of William McCarty-Cooper and Douglas Cooper, Los Angeles, California
Christie's New York, Important Furniture, Silver, Books and Decorative Arts from the Collection of William A. McCarty-Cooper, January 25, 1992, lot 163
Private Collection
Christie's New York, December 10, 1994, lot 475 Literature
Diane Von Furstenberg, Beds, New York, 1991, p. 132
Pierre Kjellberg, Le Mobilier du XXeme Siecle, Paris, 2000, p. 569
Ruhlmann: un génie de l'Art déco, exh. cat., Musée des Années 30, Paris, 2002, p. 25 (for a gouache showing the model)
Emmanuel Bréon, Jacques-Émile Ruhlmann: furniture, Boulogne-Billancourt, 2004, pp. 74-75 (for a sketch and a gouache showing the model) and 105 (for the model in the artist's référenciers)
Emmanuel Bréon and Rosalind Pepall, Ruhlmann: Genius of Art Deco, Paris, 2004, p. 25 (for a gouache showing the model) Condition