The Whimsical World of François-Xavier & Claude Lalanne

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My recent gallery tour at Sotheby’s reminded me of how wonderful Lalanne’s works truly is when I saw several of his most iconic pieces on display. The dynamic french duo have won the slow and steady race of producing what some called “the supreme art of living” with their beloved works of art. From monkey shaped fireplaces, rhino-shaped desks to a flock of sheep, Francois-Xavier and Claude Lalanne have created a whimsical world where we can engage with art and design – in a joyful and meaningful way.

François-Xavier Lalanne, “Mountons De Laine”, 1967, wool, patinated aluminum,

electro-formed copper and wood

Photo courtesy High End Weekly™

Gingko Bench, Claude Lalanne, 1999. Aluminum,

From Sotheby’s December 15, 2012 Sale

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Claude Lalanne, chairs and table fom Lila Acheson Wallace Garden, Dewitt Wallace Deocrative Arts Museum. Part of Sotheby’s December 15, 2012 Sale

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Cocodoll, 1964, François-Xavier Lalanne

via Meyokoillustrations

Lalanne Park Avenue Exhibition in NYC

François-Xavier Lalanne, Les Autruches, 1966

François-Xavier and Claude Lalanne Exhibition at Paul Kasmin Gallery

François-Xavier and Claude Lalanne Exhibition at Paul Kasmin Gallery

François-Xavier and Claude Lalanne Exhibition at Paul Kasmin Gallery

Oiseau à Bascule, François Xavier Lalanne, 1974

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Required Reading: Claude & Francois Xavier Lalanne from Rizzoli

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