Jacques-Émile Rulhmann (1879-1933)
Jacques-Émile Ruhlmann was a legendary French furniture designer and interior decorator of the Art Deco period.
Son of a decorating contractor, he took over the family business in 1907. He quickly expanded it to luxury home goods such as wallpapers, rugs, lighting, porcelain, and certainly furniture.
His pavilion at the 1925 Paris International Exhibition of Modern Decorative and Industrial Arts earned him many famous clients. By the 1930s, he was the most prestigious designer of his time.
Ruhlmann led a large team of master craftsmen and assistants. He created interiors and furniture for the elite. His pieces used rare materials like Macassar ebony, Amboina burl, Brazilian rosewood, lacquer, shagreen, and ivory. They were extremely costly, affordable only to the wealthiest. His work stood out for its refinement, rich materials, and moreover flawless techniques.
Today, Ruhlmann’s furniture and drawings are in both private and public collections. Notable examples can be found at the Musée des Arts Décoratifs and Musée d’Orsay in Paris, the Victoria and Albert Museum in London, the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York, and also the Montreal Museum of Fine Arts.
Vosges now presents an exclusive collection inspired by Ruhlmann. Each piece likewise reflects his luxurious craftsmanship and Art Deco elegance, with refined proportions, exquisite materials, and meticulous details. We also offer custom adaptations to bring a personal touch to Ruhlmann’s timeless style.
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