Known for Her Amusing Surreal Sculptures, This French Artist's Sinuous Set of Mirrors Just Shattered Auction Records
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Claude Lalanne's Ensemble of 15 Mirrors recently sold for $33.5 million at Sotheby's, setting a new auction record for design works. Commissioned by Yves Saint Laurent, the mirrors are considered one of the most significant ensembles outside of Versailles. Lalanne's work, known for its playful and surreal qualities, reflects her artistic legacy and the growing recognition of her contributions to functional art.
- ▪The Ensemble of 15 Mirrors was created for Yves Saint Laurent's Paris apartment and sold for $33.5 million at auction.
- ▪Experts regard the mirrors as the second most important ensemble after those at the Palace of Versailles.
- ▪Claude Lalanne's work often features themes from nature and surrealism, showcasing her unique artistic vision.
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Known for Her Amusing Surreal Sculptures, This French Artist’s Sinuous Set of Mirrors Just Shattered Auction Records Claude Lalanne created the reflective ensemble for designer Yves Saint Laurent. Experts say it’s second in importance only to the famous mirrors at the Palace of Versailles Mary Randolph | Correspondent April 28, 2026 ShareCopy linkEmailSMSFacebookXRedditLinkedInBlueskyPrintAdd as preferred source Claude Lalanne created the Ensemble of 15 Mirrors for Yves Saint-Laurent’s Paris apartment. Sotheby's After a bidding war at Sotheby’s last week, Claude Lalanne’s Ensemble of 15 Mirrors drew $33.5 million at the auction block, the highest-ever price at auction for a work of design.
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