Offered by: Calderwood Gallery
242 Geiger Rd. Philadelphia, PA 19115 , United States Call Seller 215.327.8664

Showrooms

Raymond Subes forged iron dining table

Price Upon Request
  • Description
    French Forties Art Deco dining/center table in hand forged iron with original cream-colored marble top. Verdigris patina with gilt highlights. 91" long x 33" deep x 30" high.

    RAYMOND SUBES
    (1893-1970)
    French metalworker RAYMOND SUBES' illustrious career was focused in Paris. He studied at the Ecole Boule and Ecole des Arts Decoratifs (both in Paris). In 1916, he began his career in the atelier of renowned iron designer Emile Robert. By 1919 he had become design director of the metal atelier of Borderel and Robert, a prominent architectural construction firm. Subes quickly became a leading designer and maker of metal works. Reviews on his work in 1930 and 1935 issues of Mobilier et Decoration and Art et Decoration attest to his standing among contemporary critics.

    He first exhibited his work in 1919. At the 1925 Paris Exposition Internationale des Arts Decoratifs et Industriels Modernes his work included a console and a lacquered metal bookcase with Ruhlmann for the "Hotel du collectionneur"

    In the 1920s he produced works in wrought (hand forged) iron including the pulpit of the cathedral in Rouen, grilles for the church of Saint-Germain-desPres, lighting fixtures on the Carousel bridge in Paris, monuments and grand entryways for private commissions. Subes also received commissions for the famous French oceanliners /le-de-France (1926), Atlantique (1931), Pasteur and Normandie (1935) and ironwork for the Banque de France and National City Bank, Institute Pasteur, Caisse des Depots et

    Consignations, Musee de la France d'Outre-Mer, and Eglise du Saint-Esprit in Paris.
    In 1937, for the Paris Exposition Internationale des Arts et Techniques dans la Vie Moderne he produced the fountains for the Radio pavilion and a Madonna and child for the papal pavilion, as well as screens, consoles, and grilles for other sections.After World War II he became director of Borderel et Robert while remaining active as a metalworker.

    In 1958 he became a member of the Academle des Beaux-Arts.
  • More Information
    Documentation: Documented elsewhere (similar item)
    Period: 1920-1949
    Styles / Movements: Modern, Art Deco
    Dealer Reference #: 1151
    Incollect Reference #: 658651
  • Dimensions
    W. 91 in; H. 30 in; D. 33 in;
    W. 231.14 cm; H. 76.2 cm; D. 83.82 cm;
Message from Seller:

Calderwood Gallery, established in 1982, specializes in original French Art Deco furniture and photography, showcasing works by renowned designers such as Ruhlmann, Dufrene, and Leleu. Located at 242 Geiger Rd., Philadelphia, PA, the gallery can be reached at 215.327.8664 or via email at calderwood.gallery@gmail.com.

Sign In To View Price close

You must Sign In to your account to view the price. If you don’t have an account, please Create an Account below.

Loading...
Loading... Loading...
  • This website uses cookies to track how visitors use our website to provide a better user experience. By continuing to browse this website, you are agreeing to our cookie policy
    Ok
Join InCollect close

Join to view prices, save favorites, share collections and connect with others.

Forgot Password?
  • Be the first to see new listings and weekly events
    Invalid Email. Please try again.
    Enter