Charlotte Perriand Furniture
French, 1903-1999
A pioneer of modernism in France, Charlotte Perriand was one of the most influential figures in 20th-century design and architecture. In her long career, Perriand’s aesthetic grammar constantly evolved, moving from the tubular steel furniture of the Machine Age to a lyrical naturalism that is reflected in her enduring designs for chairs, sconces, daybeds and other works.
Perriand’s studies at the Ecole de L'Union Centrale de Arts Decoratifs left her enthralled by Charles-Édouard "Le Corbusier" Jeanneret and his vision of a new, rational architecture. In 1924, she joined his studio to design furniture along with Pierre Jeanneret, Corbu’s partner and cousin.
Together, they devised some of the finest examples of early modernist furniture, including two icons of the era: the B306 chaise — later renamed the LC4 — with its swooping frame and hide upholstery; and the chunky, steel-framed Grand Confort club chair. Both pieces were part of the LC line, which saw the trio of designers carrying out bold experiments with tubular chromed steel, just as architect and Bauhaus faculty member Marcel Breuer had executed with his cantilever Cesca chair around the same time. (Furniture created by Perriand, Le Corbusier and Pierre Jeanneret was originally produced by Austrian manufacturer Thonet but Italian firm Cassina acquired the production and sales rights to their works in 1964.)
Collaborative design produced another Perriand triumph: in the early 1950s, she and Jean Prouvé were engaged to produce desks, worktables and bookcases for the University of Paris. The bookcases — slim pine shelves with brightly painted aluminum dividers — are minimalist mid-century masterpieces.
By the end of that decade, Perriand’s aesthetic had changed completely from the earliest days of her career. She produced a series of furniture in ebonized wood: chairs with gentle S-curve legs, front and back; tables with elliptical tops. In the 1960s, Perriand pushed the boundaries of prefab to produce high-quality housing and furnishings at low cost for the French ski resort Les Arcs. She also adopted an almost rustic look at the time, designing simple chairs with dowel-cut frames and rush seats.
Everything in Perriand’s oeuvre is beautiful, whether it’s the centerpiece of a décor or an accent, and her work is in every great design collection, public and private.
The vintage Charlotte Perriand furniture for sale on 1stDibs includes stools, coffee tables, case pieces, lighting and more.
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Creator: Charlotte Perriand
Le Corbusier Set of 2 Original Leather Armchairs Model, LC1 for Cassina, 1970's
By Pierre Jeanneret, Le Corbusier, Charlotte Perriand, Cassina
Located in The Hague, NL
Set of 2 armchairs designed by Le Corbusier and manufactured for Cassina, famous Italian furniture manufacture in 1970s period.
Both chairs are original signed, low number early edi...
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Charlotte Perriand Furniture
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Chrome, Steel
Cansado Desk by Charlotte Perriand, France circa 1960
By Charlotte Perriand
Located in VILLEURBANNE, FR
Cansado is a mining town built in the 1960s by the Mauritanian Iron Mines Company "MIFERMA" to house its staff. Part of the furniture was designed by Charlotte Perriand between 1959 and 1967.
This desk boasts a sleek design, with mahogany veneer structure and three drawers. Base in black lacquered metal.
Perriand was one of the most influential designers of the 20th century and was known for her modernist approach to furniture design. She was a pioneer of the use of industrial materials and techniques in furniture design, which allowed her to create innovative and functional pieces that were both affordable and stylish.
Manufacturer. Steph Simon...
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1950s Mauritanian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Charlotte Perriand Furniture
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Metal
Adjustable table by Charlotte Perriand for les Arcs, circa 1973
By Charlotte Perriand
Located in VILLEURBANNE, FR
Rare height-adjustable rectangular table with rounded edges designed by Charlotte Perriand designed for the resort of Les Arcs in the 1970s.
It has a glued laminated pine top of rec...
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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Charlotte Perriand Furniture
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Metal
Vintage pine bedside table from Les Arcs, France. Charlotte Perriand
By Charlotte Perriand
Located in Bristol, GB
Charlotte Perriand pine bed side tables / night stand.
Sourced from an apartment clearance in the alpine resort of Arc 1600, France.
Very good vintage condition, great colour to th...
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Mid-20th Century French Charlotte Perriand Furniture
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Pine
Vintage pine bedside table from Les Arcs, France. Charlotte Perriand
By Charlotte Perriand
Located in Bristol, GB
Charlotte Perriand pine bed side tables / night stand.
Sourced from an apartment clearance in the alpine resort of Arc 1600, France.
Very good vintage condition, great colour to th...
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Mid-20th Century French Charlotte Perriand Furniture
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Pine
Square Table by Charlotte Perriand for Les Arcs, circa 1973
By Charlotte Perriand
Located in VILLEURBANNE, FR
This iconic table from Charlotte Perriand has a very nice patina.
Designed in the 70s for the furnishment of the Nova and the Lauzières residences in Les Arcs 1800 in the French Alp...
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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Charlotte Perriand Furniture
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Metal
Pair Le Corbusier LC2 Club Chair by Cassina Smoked Chrome Edition 2019
By Charlotte Perriand, Cassina, Le Corbusier, Pierre Jeanneret
Located in Aachen, NW
These timeless iconic chairs by Le Corbusier model LC2 were designed in 1928 by Le Corbusier and produced by Cassina in the 2019. These club chairs coming from a special series and h...
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2010s Italian Charlotte Perriand Furniture
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Stainless Steel
Charlotte Perriand, Mid-Century Modern Wood Table for Les Arcs, circa 1960
By Charlotte Perriand
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Table designed by Charlotte Perriand for Les Arcs ski resort, circa 1960, manufactured in France.
Pinewood.
In original condition, with wear consistent with age and use, preserving ...
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1960s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Charlotte Perriand Furniture
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Wood
Les Arcs Chairs by Charlotte Perriand, 1960s, Set of 2
By Charlotte Perriand
Located in Lasne, BE
Set of 2 chairs in leather and chromed metal. This model was designed by Charlotte Perriand for the French ski resort of Les Arcs in the 1960s. Seat height: 43 cm. Wear due to time a...
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1960s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Charlotte Perriand Furniture
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Metal
Charlotte Perriand a set of 10 Méribel chairs
By Charlotte Perriand
Located in Grenoble, FR
CHARLOTTE PERRIAND (1903-1999)
SET OF FOUR CHAIRS CALLED 'COURCHEVEL', VARIANT OF THE MODEL CREATED FOR ETIENNE SICARD'S APARTMENT IN TOKYO IN 1941
ORIGINAL STRAW SEAT IN PERFECT CON...
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1950s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Charlotte Perriand Furniture
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Straw, Ash
Charlotte Perriand Long Pine Bench for Les Arcs, 1970s France
By Charlotte Perriand
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Classic pine 4 seater bench designed by Charlotte Perriand for the Les Arcs Ski Resort in France. A beautiful example of iconic Perriand design in an amazingly unusual length stretch...
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1970s French Vintage Charlotte Perriand Furniture
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Pine
Charlotte Perriand Metal, Wood LowTable for Cansado, circa 1950
By Steph Simon, Charlotte Perriand
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Low table designed by Charlotte Perriand, circa 1950 from Cité Cansado, Mauritania, Africa.
Painted steel, wood.
Measures: 74.3 x 80 x 80 cm
In good original condition, with mino...
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1950s Mauritanian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Charlotte Perriand Furniture
Materials
Steel
Les Arcs Sandoz Stool by Charlotte Perriand, France 1960s
By Charlotte Perriand
Located in Bristol, GB
Rare pine Sandoz stool by Charlotte Perriand, circa 1960 from Les Arcs.
The stool was sourced from a chalet clearance in the Haute Savoie region of France.
Original condition, with...
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Mid-20th Century French Charlotte Perriand Furniture
Materials
Pine
Cassina Plana Coffee Table by Charlotte Perriand
By Charlotte Perriand
Located in Centreville, VA
Designed for the Parisian Japanese Embassy in 1969, the Cassina Plana Coffee Table is the perfect blend of simplicity and sophistication.
The so...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Charlotte Perriand Furniture
Materials
Wood
Pair of Ombra Lounge Chairs by Charlotte Perriand for Cassina
By Cassina, Charlotte Perriand
Located in San Francisco, CA
A pair of 512 Ombra lounge chairs by Charlotte Perriand for Cassina with chromed steel frames and white leather upholstery.
Marked Charlotte Perri...
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20th Century Italian Modern Charlotte Perriand Furniture
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Steel, Chrome
Pair of Ombra Lounge Chairs by Charlotte Perriand for Cassina
By Charlotte Perriand, Cassina
Located in San Francisco, CA
A pair of 512 Ombra lounge chairs by Charlotte Perriand for Cassina with chromed steel frames and black leather upholstery.
Marked Charlotte Perri...
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20th Century Italian Charlotte Perriand Furniture
Materials
Steel, Chrome
Pair of LC1 Armchairs by Le Corbusier for Cassina, Italy, 1970s
By Pierre Jeanneret, Le Corbusier, Cassina, Charlotte Perriand
Located in SAN PIETRO MOSEZZO, NO
Pair of LC1 chairs by Le Corbusier for Cassina, 1970s.
Like all the furniture in the "Cassina I Maestri" Collection, the set is indelibly imprinted with the progressive number, whic...
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Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Charlotte Perriand Furniture
Materials
Steel
Charlotte Perriand Cansado Gray Formica Table, circa 1950
By Charlotte Perriand
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Table designed by Charlotte Perriand, circa 1950.
Wood, metal frame legs.
Provenance: Cansado, Mauritania (Africa).
In good original condition, with minor wear consistent with age and use, preserving a beautiful patina.
Charlotte Perriand (1903-1999) she was born in Paris in 1903 and attended the E´cole de l'Union centrale des Arts de´coratifs from 1920-1925. Charlotte Perriand designed furniture made of anodized aluminium and chromium-plated steel, showing it at the 1927 "Salon d'Automne" in Paris.
After meeting Le Corbusier, Charlotte Perriand worked with him and Pierre Jeanneret until 1937. The revolutionary tubular steel furnishings and system furniture designed by the three were presented as "E´quipement de l'habitation" (home equipment) at the 1929 "Salon d'Automne," where they were widely acclaimed.
In 1930 the Union Des Artistes Modernes (UAM) was founded in Paris, a group that viewed itself as a countermovement challenging such establishment organizations as the "Salon d'Automne" and also advocated Art Deco and Modernism. From 1931 Charlotte Perriand showed her own work solo there. In 1937 Charlotte Perriand and Pierre Jeanneret collaborated on designing a mountain chalet of sheet aluminium, which they showed at the "Exposition Internationale des Arts et Techniques dans la Vie Moderne" and later they came up with plans for prefab houses...
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1950s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Charlotte Perriand Furniture
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Metal
Charlotte Perriand 'Cansado' Bench / Coffee Table for Steph Simon 'No.2'
By Charlotte Perriand
Located in London, GB
A scarce bench, daybed by Charlotte Perriand for Steph Simon.
But easily and best placed we believe as a coffee table.
France, circa 1950s.
Originally designed by legendary designer Perriand for the 'cite Cansado' project and subsequently retailed in Paris with Steph Simon.
A thirteen slat model, 190 W.
An authentic piece, with some historical repairs and wear commensurate with age. Original unusual screws are evidenced on the underside.
Location: London Gallery...
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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Charlotte Perriand Furniture
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Metal
Pair of 'LC2' Black Leather Club Chairs by Le Corbusier for Cassina, Signed
By Le Corbusier, Pierre Jeanneret, Cassina, Charlotte Perriand
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This incredibly comfortable pair of Le Corbusier for Cassina 'LC2' club chairs (authentic signed examples (see pics)) in gorgeous thick Italian black leather are in beautiful vintage...
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Early 2000s Italian Bauhaus Charlotte Perriand Furniture
Materials
Chrome
Le Corbusier - Cassina Gray Beige Petit Confort LC2 Club Lounge Chair + Ottoman
By Charlotte Perriand, Le Corbusier, Pierre Jeanneret
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This fantasitc Petit Confort lounge or club chair was designed by numerous artists, most notable among them being Le Corbusier, an icon of modern furniture design. Manufactured by Ca...
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2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Charlotte Perriand Furniture
Materials
Chrome
Large CP-1 Wall Lights by Charlotte Perriand, 1960
By Steph Simon, Charlotte Perriand
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Rare large scale, enameled wall lights by Charlotte Perriand with adjustable reflectors in black enameled finish with two sockets each, optional horizontal or vertical mount, manufac...
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1960s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Charlotte Perriand Furniture
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Metal
Charlotte Perriand 533 Doron Hotel Armchair by Cassina
By Cassina, Charlotte Perriand
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Armchair designed by Charlotte Perriand in 1947. Relaunched in 2020.
Manufactured by Cassina in Italy.
The Doron Hotel armchair was designed in 1947 by...
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2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Charlotte Perriand Furniture
Materials
Fur, Wood
512 Ombra Lounge Chairs by Charlotte Perriand for Cassina 2004, Set of 2
By Charlotte Perriand
Located in Stavenisse, NL
Originally designed by Charlotte Perriand in 1953 and produced in very small numbers back in the 50s. The Ombra was inspired by the pure lines and craftsmanship of Japanese furniture making, an inspiration that came to Perriand during the 1940s when she was living in Japan. The Ombra chairs...
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Early 2000s French Mid-Century Modern Charlotte Perriand Furniture
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Steel, Chrome
Charlotte Perriand Single CP1 Black Metal Sconce, France, Late 1960s
By Charlotte Perriand
Located in La Teste De Buch, FR
Sconce or wall lamp by Charlotte Perriand.
Model CP1, created in the 1960s.
Black and white lacquered metal. The reflector can be orientated left or right.
Edited by Steph Simon ...
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1960s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Charlotte Perriand Furniture
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Metal
Charlotte Perriand Modernist Luggage Rack, Tubular Steel, Les Arcs, France, 1950
By Charlotte Perriand
Located in Labrit, Landes
Luggage rack made by Charlotte Perriand, circa 1968 for the ski resort Les Arcs. Support formed by wooden slats, resting on a chromed metal structure.
Lot 2
Shipping: 64/51/41 ...
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1950s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Charlotte Perriand Furniture
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Chrome
Vintage 3x Original Leather selected by Charlotte Perriand Stools for Les Arcs
By Cassina, Charlotte Perriand
Located in Markington, GB
These are the rarest stools by Charlotte Perriand available!
Sought after 3x leather Charlotte Perriand stools for Les Arcs, 1960.
Three Charlotte Perriand stools in France, stunn...
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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Charlotte Perriand Furniture
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Metal
Charlotte Perriand & Pierre Jeanneret, Sideboard "Equipement de la maison"
By Pierre Jeanneret, Charlotte Perriand
Located in New York, NY
Charlotte Perriand & Pierre Jeanneret
Sideboard "Equipement de la maison", circa 1947
Wood
Measures: 47.25 H x 96.5 W x 16.75 D inches
120 H x 245.1 W x 42.5 D cm
Body: 30H inch...
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1940s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Charlotte Perriand Furniture
Materials
Wood
Le Corbusier LC4 Black Leather Chaise Chaise Longue by Cassina
By Pierre Jeanneret, Le Corbusier, Charlotte Perriand, Cassina
Located in Munich, Bavaria
This LC4 chaise longue in black leather was designed by Le Corbusier/ Pierre Jeanneret/ Charlotte Perriand and produced by Cassina.
It features the classic chrome steel frame and a ...
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20th Century Italian Bauhaus Charlotte Perriand Furniture
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Chrome
Charlotte Perriand Cansado Table, Cité Cansado, Mauritania
By Charlotte Perriand
Located in New York, NY
Charlotte Perriand - Cansado table, Cité Cansado, Mauritania
Laminated plywood, painted metal
Ed. Steph Simon.
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1950s French Vintage Charlotte Perriand Furniture
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Metal
Charlotte Perriand, Pair of Rattan Stools No 17
By Charlotte Perriand
Located in New York, NY
Charlotte Perriand, pair of rattan stools No 17, circa 1949
Oak and rattan.
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1940s French Vintage Charlotte Perriand Furniture
Materials
Rattan, Oak
Charlotte Perriand Brazil Table
By Charlotte Perriand
Located in San Francisco, CA
A very rare table in sapele mahogany by Charlotte Perriand which she used personally in her Rio de Janeiro apartment as a console table.
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1960s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Charlotte Perriand Furniture
Materials
Mahogany
Charlotte Perriand furniture for sale on 1stDibs.
Charlotte Perriand furniture are available for sale on 1stDibs. These distinctive items are frequently made of wood and are designed with extraordinary care. There are many options to choose from in our collection of Charlotte Perriand furniture, although brown editions of this piece are particularly popular. We have 414 vintage editions of these items in-stock, while there is 238 modern edition to choose from as well. Many of the original furniture by Charlotte Perriand were created in the mid-century modern style in europe during the 20th century. If you’re looking for additional options, many customers also consider furniture by Guillerme et Chambron, Zanotta, and Gio Ponti. Prices for Charlotte Perriand furniture can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these items begin at $154 and can go as high as $266,000, while a piece like these, on average, fetch $5,985.
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Questions About Charlotte Perriand Furniture
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 27, 2024Charlotte Perriand made a variety of chairs, stools, coffee tables, case pieces, lighting and other types of furniture. Some of her most notable works include the B306 chaise, later renamed the LC4, and the chunky, steel-framed Grand Confort club chair, both of which she designed collaboratively with Pierre Jeanneret and Le Corbusier. She is also known for producing an acclaimed series of furniture in ebonized wood. Explore a wide range of Charlotte Perriand furniture on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 21, 2024Charlotte Perriand is known for being a pioneer of modernism in France. She was one of the most influential figures in 20th-century design and architecture. In her long career, Perriand’s aesthetic grammar constantly evolved, moving from the tubular steel furniture of the Machine Age to a lyrical naturalism that is reflected in her enduring designs for chairs, sconces, daybeds and other works. Explore a diverse assortment of Charlotte Perriand furniture on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022To pronounce Charlotte Perriand, say "Shar-LOAT PAIR-ee-uh." Her surname is French, and in that language "and" represents a sound somewhere between "uh" and "ah," rather than rhyming with land and sand and it does in English. You'll find a collection of Charlotte Perriand furniture on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022Charlotte Perriand worked in the studio of the Swiss-French architect Le Corbusier. She frequently collaborated with fellow designer Pierre Jeanneret. Together, they created two legendary modern furniture designs: the B306 chaise and the Grand Confort club chair. Shop a range of Charlotte Perriand furniture on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 1, 2024Charlotte Perriand was part of the modern design movement. Many people consider her to be a pioneer of modernism in France and one of the most influential figures in 20th-century design and architecture. In her long career, Perriand's aesthetic grammar constantly evolved, moving from the tubular steel furniture of the Machine Age to a lyrical naturalism that is reflected in her enduring designs for chairs, sconces, daybeds and other works. Find a selection of Charlotte Perriand furniture on 1stDibs.
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