Morateur Gallery

Morateur Gallery We bring the best of French Art Deco & mid-XXth century art to the design world with artists such as Morateur Gallery carries only authentic, original pieces.

Located in Los Angeles and specializing in French Art Deco and rare XXth century furniture and decorative arts, Philippe Morateur brings over 25 years of his expertise in France to the heart of Los Angeles. Considered an international Art Deco expert, Philippe has lent his expertise to auction houses, advised museums on their collections, and participated in prestigious Antique and Art shows. Our

current offerings include some of the most famous artists of the era:

ADNET – BACCARAT – BAGUES – CHANAUX – CHARLES – CHEURET – COLIN – DA SILVA BRUHNS – DUFRENE – FRANK – GIACOMETTI – GUEDEN – JALLOT – JANSEN – JOUVE – LACHENAL – LALIQUE – LELEU – MATHIAS – NERI – NOLL – OLD – QUINET – PASCAUD – PICASSO – PONTI – PRINTZ – PROUVE – RATEAU – ROYERE – RUHLMANN – SABINO – SPADE – STEPHANY – SUE & MARE – FOUJITA – POILLERAT

Philippe's credentials include, but are not limited to:

- Member of the International Fine Art Appraisers, NY, USA.
- Listed in the American Appraisers Corporation Directory and CA Expert Witness.
- Contributed to enhancing the following rare collections:
- French Government - Paris/France.
- French Authorities - Paris/France.
- Air & Space Museum - Le Bourget/France.
- Decorative Arts Museum - Paris/France.
- Bibliothèque Forney - Paris/France.
- Laurent Negro Collection - Chateau de Gourdon/France.
- Museum of Scripture - Theoule sur mer/France.

Rolex Chronometer "Northern Goldsmiths" – 1939 Vintage 9K Gold Manual-Wind WatchA Rare Pre-WWII Rolex Chronometer with C...
01/24/2026

Rolex Chronometer "Northern Goldsmiths" – 1939 Vintage 9K Gold Manual-Wind Watch
A Rare Pre-WWII Rolex Chronometer with Co-Branded Dial and High-Precision 18-Jewel Movement
This is a highly collectible and historically significant 1939 Rolex Chronometer featuring a Northern Goldsmiths co-branded dial, housed in a 9-carat gold case with a manual-wind chronometer-grade movement. Notably, this watch is powered by a rare 18-jewel movement, a configuration that sets it apart from most Rolex timepieces of the era.

Rolex Chronometer "Northern Goldsmiths" – 1939 Vintage 9K Gold Manual-Wind WatchA Rare Pre-WWII Rolex Chronometer with Co-Branded Dial and High-Precision 18-...

Tribal Art - African ArtCeremonial dance MARKA mask, Mali, Africa, circa 1930’s ,ex Jean Paul Agogue, Paris -France.H.14...
01/13/2026

Tribal Art - African Art
Ceremonial dance MARKA mask, Mali, Africa, circa 1930’s ,ex Jean Paul Agogue, Paris -France.
H.14 » x W.5 » x D.4 » without the stand
H.18 » x 5 »3/4 x D.6 »1/2 with the stand

According to the prior owner, this beautiful mask comes from successive collection and originally ex Jean Paul Agogue collection, Paris, France.

This striking ceremonial mask originates from the Marka people, a subgroup of the Bambara in Mali, known for their distinctive artistry in ritual and ceremonial objects. Dating to the 1930s, the mask exemplifies the Marka’s renowned craftsmanship, blending wood, metal appliqué, and textiles to create a visually arresting and spiritually significant piece.

The elongated face, adorned with hammered metal sheeting and intricate repoussé work, reflects the Marka’s affinity for embellishment, which is believed to enhance the mask’s power and spiritual resonance. The pronounced vertical features, including the central nose ridge extending downward, create a commanding presence, while the addition of red tassels provides a subtle yet striking contrast. The helmet-like crest, topped with an avian figure, symbolizes guidance and protection, a common theme in West African ritual masks.

Historically, Marka masks played a central role in initiation rites, funerary ceremonies, and agrarian festivals, often worn with full-body costumes to conceal the dancer’s identity and connect with ancestral spirits. The use of metal, a material associated with strength and transformation, underscores the mask’s significance in ritual contexts.

With its rich patina, signs of age, and masterful construction, this piece stands as both an artistic treasure and a testament to the Marka people’s spiritual traditions. Its provenance from Collection Agogue, Paris, further attests to its authenticity and historical importance in the realm of African tribal art. art

01/12/2026
Maxime Old chair from the Marhaba hotel in Morocco, 1953 & a two panel screen by Maurice Alvo for the galerie Jean Royer...
09/20/2024

Maxime Old chair from the Marhaba hotel in Morocco, 1953 & a two panel screen by Maurice Alvo for the galerie Jean Royere, 1950. # houseinterior

PALM SPRINGS MODERNISM SHOWWill attend the show from 02/18 to 02/21, 2022.
02/13/2022

PALM SPRINGS MODERNISM SHOW
Will attend the show from 02/18 to 02/21, 2022.

Palm Springs Modernism Show February 18-21, 2022Booth 204Art & Furniture by Adnet, Biaudet, Chanel, Dubreuil, Garouste & Bonetti, Glapineau, Hermes, Lalanne,...

11/12/2021
Original painting by Annick Biaudet. # houseinterior
07/01/2021

Original painting by Annick Biaudet. # houseinterior

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Channel Island
Oxnard, CA
93035

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(310) 360-0588

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