Incollect Magazine - Issue 8

Incollect Magazine 23 Tell us about the furniture you have on display in the three galleries right now — is there a piece or pieces that you especially admire? Currently, in London, we are showcasing an impressive collection of limited edition Aubusson tapestries featuring works by Sonia Delaunay, Hans Arp, and Émil Gilioli. This collection is complemented by an array of European lighting and furniture. Notable pieces include a 1930s mirrored chest crafted by Pietro Chiesa and an exquisite octagonal coffee table designed by Pierre Delbée for Maison Jansen. Meanwhile, in Madrid, our setting takes on a more classical tone, where 20th-century design harmoniously coexists with 18th and 19th-century neoclassical antiques and objects. Standout pieces include a steel and black stitched moleskine desk by Jacques Adnet and a chest and coiffeuse by Jacques Quinet, in blue-stitched moleskine made for a luxury French sailing vessel from the 1950s. In New York, our collection boasts some fabulous items, including a striking 1960s Louis XVI-style steel desk by the American designer John Vesey. Additionally, we have a unique Art Deco mirrored sideboard designed for a Parisian apartment in 1934 by Pierre Bacharach. You have galleries now in London, Madrid, and New York. How does the design market in the United States differ from the market in Europe? Our three locations attract numerous collectors and interior designers, with a significant portion of our clientele originating from the USA. While the sales market in Europe is robust, in our opinion it is notably less pronounced compared to the American market. You have moved recently more into 20th-century design. What makes 20th-century design special? The enduring significance of 20th-century design lies in its innovative spirit, iconic creations, and adaptability to contemporary tastes. Max Ingrand rare chandelier model 2338, partly sanded glass and oxidized nickelled brass frame. For Fontana Arte, Italy, circa 1960. Console table in walnut and brass, model 1109 by Ico Parisi for Singer & Sons, Italy, 1951.