Jules Leleu Rosewood & Palmwood Sideboard with Inlay, 1940s

Jules Leleu  Sideboard 

A stunning and sophisticated Art Deco sideboard by renowned French designer Jules Leleu, crafted in rosewood and palmwood with intricate floral and butterfly inlay. Dating from the 1940s, this piece epitomises Leleu’s mastery of luxurious materials and refined modernist elegance.

The sideboard features a striking front with palmwood uprights embellished with delicate marquetry of flowers and butterflies, accented with mother-of-pearl details. The doors are finished in richly figured rosewood, adorned with subtle geometric inlay and mother-of-pearl dots. Internally, it offers ample storage with adjustable shelves and two central drawers, all finished to the highest standard.

An exceptional example of French Art Deco craftsmanship, perfect for collectors or as a statement piece in a sophisticated interior.

Key Details

• Period: Art Deco, circa 1940s
• Designer: Jules Leleu 
• Origin: France
• Materials:
• Rosewood doors with mother-of-pearl inlay
• Palmwood uprights with intricate floral & butterfly marquetry
• Brass hardware & fittings
• Features:
• Four-door configuration with central drawers and adjustable shelving
• Geometric and botanical inlays with exquisite detail
• Sculptural base with shaped apron and brass-capped feet
• Internally finished to the same high standard
• Original brass escutcheons and keys
• Condition:
• Professionally restored and polished
• In excellent condition with minor age-related wear consistent with careful use
• Use:
• Ideal for dining rooms, living spaces, or design-led interiors
• A collector’s piece showcasing French Art Deco elegance and craftsmanship

Dimensions

• Height: 96 cm
• Width: 232 cm
• Depth: 53 cm