French Art Deco Furniture
Jules Leleu Sofa & Chairs
This French art deco sofa and chairs set was designed by Jules LeleuJules Leleu
French [1883 - 1961]
Jules Leleu was born in Bologne-sur-Mer, France and at age 26 succeeded his father in the family painting business. With his brother he began work in the Decorating field.
After World War I, Leleu specialized in furniture making. He opened a Paris gallery in 1924 and exhibited at the 1925 Exposition Industrielle et Arts Decoratifs.
Leleu designed the Grand Salon of the Ambassadors at the Society of Nations in Geneva and the French Embassies of several nations. He contributed furnishings for numerous steamships in the 1930's. (1883 - 1961). The wood is finished in cream lacquer and the pieces are upholstered in eggplant suede leather. The sofa measures 69" wide x 27" deep x 31" high. The chairs measure 26" wide x 27" deep and 31" high.
Reference# FF088
