In 1947, Royère designed a coffee table for his mother’s Paris apartment. The first of the biomorphic pieces for which he would become famous, the Flaque design evolved over time. While early versions featured opaline and marble tops supported by perforated shield-shaped legs, Royère exhibited a more mature example of the model at the Salon des Artistes Décorateurs in 1954, sheathed in straw marquetry with inlaid stars.
Today the table has become a signature piece in Royère’s oeuvre, and his fresh design aesthetic continues to captivate.
Christie’s Design season opens in Paris, with viewing until 23 May 2024 before the auction on 23 May. The New York sale takes place on 7 June, with a pre-sale view from 1 to 7 June
