French Art Deco Armchairs by Paul Follot
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Armchairs by Paul Follot
A Pair of armchairs in beech with zebrano detail, crisply carved with a very classic French Art Deco form, designed and produced by one of the Masters of the Art Deco period, Paul Follot having a floral curved top edge and rolled arms with carved tassels and reeded legs that gently taper at the bottom, the chairs have been fully restored and fully upholstered and covered in high quality stain resistant Warwick Faux suede fabric
Age: 1925
Style: French Art Deco
Origin : France
Material: Beech and Zebrano
Condition: excellent
Restoration: Fully polished and upholstered
Dimensions: 84h x 68w x 65d cm
PAUL FOLLOT (1877 - 1958)
Paul Follot, a renowned decorative artist and sculptor from Paris, honed his craft at the Ecole Normale d'Enseignment du Dessin under the mentorship of Eugene Grasset. His early career was marked by a strong influence from medieval and Pre-Raphaelite art styles, which culminated in his distinct graphic design work. J
oining La Maison Moderne in 1901 allowed him to showcase his diverse talents in bronze design, jewelry, and fabric creation. By 1904, Follot had established himself as an independent artist. Seeking to embody tranquil architecture, he skillfully integrated beautiful and rare materials, refined techniques, and harmonious forms that laid the groundwork for what would become known as the Art Deco style. Follot's work debuted at the prestigious Salon of Societe des Artistes Francais in 1902 and continued to be showcased at various esteemed exhibitions throughout his illustrious career.
Follot placed great importance on ornamentation within design, rejecting mass production in favour of upholding luxury as an aristocratic tradition. Embracing teaching and theory, he made significant contributions to the field while remaining devoted to preserving the integrity of craftsmanship.
