André Arbus

André Arbus (1903-1969) was a French furniture designer, sculptor and architect. He was a member of the Académie des Beaux-Arts, and one of his buildings is listed as an official historical monument. He was the recipient of the silver medal at the 1925 International Exhibition of Modern Decorative and Industrial Arts, and the 1934 Prix Blumenthal.

Early life André Arbus was born on 17 November 1903 in Toulouse, France. His family were furniture designers for generations.

Arbus was educated at the in Toulouse. He graduated from the École des Beaux-Arts in Toulouse. By 1932, his work was exhibited at the Galerie des Quatre-Chemins in Paris. He won the Prix Blumenthal in 1934.

Arbus became a member of the Académie des Beaux-Arts in 1965.

Death and legacy Arbus died on 12 December 1969 in Paris. It owns the copyright on all pictures of his work. Christie's, and Bonhams.

Honours Officer of the Légion d'honneur