Jules John Dunand

สถานที่: Lancy

เกิด: 1877

ความตาย: 1942

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Jules John Dunand

, a Swiss-French painter, sculptor, metal craftsman, and interior designer, left an indelible mark on the Art Deco period. Born in 1877 in Lancy, Switzerland, Dunand later adopted the French first name of Jean, becoming a naturalized French citizen in 1922.

Early Life and Training

Dunand began his artistic journey by studying sculpture at the Geneva School of Industrial Arts. He then moved to Paris, where he honed his skills as a sculptor and copper craftsman. In 1904, he participated in the Salon of the National Society of Fine Arts, and by 1905, he was selected as a member.

Artistic Contributions

• Dunand's work with Seizo Sugawara, a Japanese lacquer painter, introduced him to an ancient technique that he incorporated into his own art, creating large decorative panels and screens.
• He collaborated with renowned designers like Jacques-Emile Ruhlmann and Pierre Legrain, decorating pieces of furniture with his unique style.
• His themes were diverse, ranging from floral and animal designs to neo-cubism and oriental motifs.

Notable Works and Exhibitions

• Dunand's proposal for the interior of an Art Deco French Embassy at the 1925 Paris Exposition of Decorative Arts showcased his lacquered panels.
• He contributed to Ruhlmann's House of a Collector, further cementing his reputation in the art world.
• Dunand also decorated the smoking room of the ocean liner SS Normandie, demonstrating his versatility.

Legacy and Later Life

passed away on June 7, 1942, in Paris. His legacy continues to inspire artists and designers alike. To explore more of Dunand's work or to order museum-quality reproductions, visit [https://Wikioo.org/@/Jules-John-Dunand](https://Wikioo.org/@/Jules-John-Dunand) on Wikioo.org. Discover the Wonders of Musée Maurice Denis (France) with Wikioo.org and learn about other influential artists like Jules John Dunand at [https://Wikioo.org/Art.nsf/O/A@D3AUE3](https://Wikioo.org/Art.nsf/O/A@D3AUE3).