Natural Varnished Walnut Lalou Mirror by Jacques Emile Rulhmann

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Natural varnished walnut "lalou" mirror - jacques emile rulhmann dimensions: 40 w x 20 d x 55 h cm materials: … Read more Natural varnished walnut "lalou" mirror - jacques emile rulhmann dimensions: 40 w x 20 d x 55 h cm materials: natural varnished walnut, mirror customizable finish lalou was the first historic piece to join la chance collection. Lalou was originally design in 1928 by art deco superstar jacques emile ruhlmann. The mirror is composed of three simple parts: a base, a structural piece for the back of the mirror, and the mirror itself. A simple, elegant and ingenious construction. This clear –even blunt- approach is also a trademark of la chance products. The lalou mirror perfectly fits in la chance collection and it is difficult to believe very graphic and pure design is 90 years old. Jacques emile rulhmann (1879-1933) was a major figure of the art deco movement. He was both designer and decorator and he designed luxury interiors and furniture for his prestigious clients. He created a revolutionary style but relied on the most traditional technics and noble materials. His pieces are still astonishingly modern, functional and elegant. This piece is attributed to the mentioned designer/maker. It has no attribution mark and no
official proof of authenticity,
however it is well documented in design history. I take full responsibility for any authenticity



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