by Bréon
ISBN 9782850564918
Ruhlmann: Art Deco Genius – Somogy Monograph 2001 – Book
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Discover the book *Ruhlmann, Un génie de l’art déco*—a major monograph dedicated to the master of French design Jacques-Émile Ruhlmann (1879–1933). This large-format exhibition catalogue (Somogy Éditions d’Art, 2001) comprises 323 pages in French and is in very good condition (ISBN 9782850564918); edited by Emmanuel Bréon, it was published to accompany the retrospective at the Musée des Années 30.
Jacques-Émile Ruhlmann can be described as a “champion of Art Deco who masterfully combined the purity of geometric lines with the exquisite luxury of his materials.” Bringing “classical modernity” to furniture design, he rose to prominence at the 1925 International Exhibition of Modern Decorative and Industrial Arts, where a distinctive “Ruhlmann style”—at once sumptuous and restrained—came to the fore. This definitive volume—the only monograph published since 1983—showcases a unique collection of Ruhlmann’s furniture held in French public collections. Numerous archival sketches, presented alongside the finished works, reveal how each piece is the product of a masterful balance between geometry and elegance, highlighting the artist’s ability to harness the energy of his materials to achieve perfect harmony. Indeed, his approach to large-scale ensembles suggests a ceaseless quest for a total, universal art form. At once an industrial designer, draftsman, and maker, Ruhlmann was above all an incomparable orchestrator of the forms and colors of modern life—a world whose multifaceted nature continues to fascinate us more than ever.
Around twenty expert essays analyze the evolution of his style, the blend of geometric purity and precious materials (rare woods, ivory, shagreen), his work as an interior designer, and the concept of *Gesamtkunstwerk*—or “total art”—(notably the *Hôtel du Collectionneur* of 1925). Featuring public and private collections, detailed technical specifications, a biography, and a comprehensive bibliography, this is an essential volume for collectors, Art Deco enthusiasts, and lovers of French design. In impeccable condition—ready to enrich your library!
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