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the selected Works of tony duquette
| marsan chair
the original marsan chair was first unveiled as part of
duquette's unprecedented one-man exhibition at the
Pavillon de marsan in the louvre, Paris. the designer
later selected the chair for some of his interiors.
inspired by 18th century french design, the chair sits
low to the floor, giving it a sculptural quality. the
generously sized back and seat add to its commanding
silhouette. the front and back are tightly upholstered
and surrounded by a wood frame trimmed in nail head.
a slightly crested seat cushion is similarly detailed
in nail head trim and rests on an exposed wood base
that terminates to cabriole legs. the chair is offered in
Pearl and coral lacquer with Pink glaze or silver gilt.
circa 1951.
1619 w 26" d 24" h 281⁄2"
w 66 d 61 h 72 cm
the selected Works of tony duquette
| elsie tabouret ottoman
the original elsie tabouret was designed by elsie de
Wolfe mendel, the "first lady of interior decoration"
and mentor to duquette. so taken with duquette's
talent, de Wolfe introduced him into hollywood society,
personally commissioning significant pieces for her home
to showcase his abilities. it was through this recognition
that duquette rose to worldwide fame and established
himself as one of the leading designers of his time. this
sophisticated replica of the original — which now resides
in duquette's historic studio — pays homage to this
important association and friendship and remarks upon
the sophisticated spirit of the woman behind duquette's
early fame.
1697 h 16" dia 18
h 41 dia 46 cm
