Anne Lecorguillé

Head of Atelier Paille since 2015, Anne Lecorguillé crafts straw marquetry furniture (mirrors, folding screens…) and jewelry. Formerly working as an art historian, she has a talent for revealing the color of such a brittle material while making it charming and sturdier.

In Cap Fréhel where she settled in 2020, Anne Lecorguillé designs modern custom-made pieces or small series for individuals or art galleries, with great respect for traditional craftsmanship and French savoir-faire.

Why did you choose to craft straw marquetry ?

I hold an Art History degree, with a specialization in Roman murals in the Middle East. For several years, I worked on archeological sites in Jordany. In 2013, I decided to change my carrier path, I thus enrolled on straw marquetry courses for adults run by École Boulle. I was still living in rue May, Paris, near Lison de Caunes’ workshop and fell in love with her creative genius. 

In general, my art history knowledge still influences my work. Islamic patterns can be found in my marquetry. The same goes for the patience I acquired working on excavation sites which helps me daily with my work.

How did you approach Majuno’s project?

J’ai eu la volonté de montrer deux motifs très différents : l’Art Déco parce que la paille s’y prête particulièrement et les fleurs qui sont des motifs que j’affectionne, simplement parce que j’aime les fleurs. 

Restraints, brittleness, crafting time:

• There is no size limitation. 
• Marquetry is fixed on medium panels. 
• The pieces must be kept away from direct sunlight as it stretches the straw (risk of delamination). 
• one week to craft one square meter.

Exhibit 1

Rye straw marquetry – Art deco pattern

Exhibit 2

Rye straw marquetry – Floral pattern