Pierre Jeanneret 'Armless Easy Chair', Model No. PJ-SI-35-A
By Pierre Jeanneret
Located in London, Charterhouse Square
Pierre Jeanneret armless easy chair. Teak and rattan.
Cane, Rattan, Teak
Pair of Pierre Jeanneret Armless Easy 'Fireside' Lounge Chairs c. 1955-60
By Pierre Jeanneret
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Pair of Pierre Jeanneret armless 'Fireside' chairs, model PJ-SI-18-A.
Teak
$42,986 / set
Pierre Jeanneret - Authentic PJ-SI-18-A (Pair)
By Pierre Jeanneret
Located in Hasselt, VLI
Pair of Pierre Jeanneret Armless Easy ‘Fireside’ Chairs, Model PJ-SI-18-A Created for Chandigarh during the city’s foundational years.
Hide, Teak
Pierre Jeanneret, French Mid-Century Modern, Six Dining Chairs, Teak, Chandigarh
By Pierre Jeanneret
Located in Stamford, CT
Pierre Jeanneret, French Mid-Century Modern, Six Dining Chairs, Teak, Chandigarh Set of six Pierre Jeanneret armless upholstered dining chairs, Model PJ-SI-25-E.
Faux Leather, Teak
Armless Sofa by Pierre Jeanneret, Chandigarh, 1960s
By Pierre Jeanneret
Located in Tokyo, Tokyo
A rare and authentic example from the Chandigarh project in India, this teak armless sofa by Pierre Jeanneret reflects the architect’s rational yet sculptural design language.
Teak
$54,400Sale Price|20% Off
Pierre Jeanneret Low Armless Lounge Chairs 'Kangaroo'
By Pierre Jeanneret
Located in Toronto, Ontario
A really terrific pair of rare low lounge chairs in teak and Indian Sissoo wood. A true matched pair as indicated by the numbered designation on the rear of the seat-backs. In b...
Teak
Pierre Jeanneret, Rare Armless Easy Chair, Chandigarh, 1955
By Pierre Jeanneret
Located in Antwerp, BE
Pierre Jeanneret; Le Corbusier; Armless easy chair; India; Chandigarh; 1955; 1950s; Mid-Century Modern; cane; teak; wood; rattan; side chair; dining room chair; This very rare ar...
Cane, Wood, Teak
Armless Easy Chair by Pierre Jeanneret rattan, teak & wood, Chandigarh, 1960s
By Pierre Jeanneret
Located in Antwerp, BE
Armless Easy Chair by Pierre Jeanneret, Chandigarh, Le Corbusier, 1960s This iconic low chair, known as "Armless easy chair", was created for the city of Chandigarh in India, the ut...
Rattan, Wood, Teak
Set of 8 Chandigarh "V" Leg Chair (Armless) by Pierre Jeanneret - Collectables
By Pierre Jeanneret
Located in London, GB
Pierre Jeanneret “V” Leg Chair (Armless) Chandigarh, India Circa 1950s Authentic set from the University of Patiala, Punjab.
Cane, Teak
Set Of 8 Pierre Jeanneret PJ-SI-25-A Armless Chairs, Chandigarh, 1958
By Pierre Jeanneret
Located in ABCOUDE, UT
Set of eight PJ-SI-25-A Student Chairs or armless dining chairs, designed by Pierre Jeanneret for Panjab University in Chandigarh, India, circa 1958.
Cane, Teak
Pierre Jeanneret PJ-SI-06-A Armless Chair / Mid-Century Modern Chandigarh
By Pierre Jeanneret
Located in Zürich, CH
As a prototype, it is much more free, less afraid to fail. Apart from its importance as an early piece with specific development, it was never made in larger quantities. An item whic...
Iron
Pierre Jeanneret PJ-SI-35-A Armless Easy Chair / Authentic Mid-Century Modern
By Pierre Jeanneret
Located in Zürich, CH
The visible nonchalance here celebrates the lightness and the joy of life. It’s not about representation or impressing others. It demonstrates the Indian lifestyle, much more casual ...
Cane, Teak
Pierre Jeanneret PJ-SI-18-A Leather Armless Chair/ Authentic Mid-Century Modern
By Pierre Jeanneret
Located in Zürich, CH
This item is raw and sturdy. Its rugged textures and bold lines define that radical character. Its presence is uncompromising and captivating. Here the silhouette is strong. It is p...
Teak, Hide
Pierre Jeanneret PJ-SI-08-A Armless Easy Chair / Mid-Century Modern Chandigarh
By Pierre Jeanneret
Located in Zürich, CH
As a prototype, it is much more free, less afraid to fail. Apart from its importance as an early piece with specific development, it was never made in larger quantities. An item whic...
Cotton, Bamboo, Cord
Pierre Jeanneret Pair of Armless Easy Chairs
By Pierre Jeanneret
Located in LOS ANGELES, CA
Pierre Jeanneret pair of armless easy chairs of teak • Excellent condition for age • Includes certificate of authenticity, certified by Jacques Dworczak, world-renowned Pierre Jean...
Teak
Unavailable
H 31 in W 21 in D 26 in
Le Corbusier & Pierre Jeanneret LCPJ-010811 ‘Low Lounge’ Chairs Circa 1954-55
By Pierre Jeanneret
Located in Longdon, Tewkesbury
Le Corbusier & Pierre Jeanneret LCPJ-010811 ‘Low Lounge’ chairs Circa 1954-55 Fabulous pair of mid twentieth century Le Corbusier & Pierre Jeanneret Model: LCPJ-010811 low armless...
Velvet, Teak
Unavailable
H 31 in W 55 in D 25 in
Le Corbusier & Pierre Jeanneret LCPJ-010811 ‘Low Lounge’ Sofa Circa 1954-55
By Pierre Jeanneret
Located in Longdon, Tewkesbury
Le Corbusier & Pierre Jeanneret LCPJ-010811 ‘Low Lounge’ sofa Circa 1954-55 Sublime authentic mid twentieth century Le Corbusier & Pierre Jeanneret Model: LCPJ-010811 Low Armless ...
Teak
Unavailable
H 31 in W 55 in D 25 in
Le Corbusier & Pierre Jeanneret LCPJ-010811 ‘Low Lounge’ Sofa Set Circa 1954-55
By Pierre Jeanneret
Located in Longdon, Tewkesbury
Le Corbusier & Pierre Jeanneret LCPJ-010811 ‘Low Lounge’ sofa set Circa 1954-55 Sublime authentic mid twentieth century Le Corbusier & Pierre Jeanneret Model: LCPJ-010811 Low Arml...
Velvet, Teak
Sold
H 29.5 in W 19 in D 26.5 in
Pair of Pierre Jeanneret Armless Easy Lounge Chairs c. 1960. Model PJ-010125.
By Pierre Jeanneret
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Pair of Pierre Jeanneret armless easy chairs. Model PJ-010125.
Cane, Teak
Sold
H 27.75 in W 19.25 in D 29.25 in
Pierre Jeanneret Armless Easy Chairs, Lounge / Slipper, Mid-Century
By Pierre Jeanneret
Located in Stamford, CT
Pierre Jeanneret 'Armless Easy Chairs', Model PJ-SI-35-A This rare armless variation of the low easy chair features a tilted, slightly curved backrest on top of a compass style dou...
Cane, Teak
Pierre Jeanneret Armless Dining Chairs, Chandigarh
By Pierre Jeanneret
Located in Tokyo, Tokyo
Armless dining chairs designed by Pierre Jeanneret Sold individually.
Cane, Teak
Sold
H 30.12 in W 16.15 in D 17.13 in
Pierre Jeanneret Armless Dining Chairs, Pair, circa 1950s, Chandigarh, India
By Pierre Jeanneret
Located in Tokyo, Tokyo
A pair of armless dining chairs designed by Pierre Jeanneret.
Cane, Teak
Sold
H 30.12 in W 16.15 in D 17.13 in
Pierre Jeanneret Armless Dining Chairs, Pair, circa 1950s, Chandigarh, India
By Pierre Jeanneret
Located in Tokyo, Tokyo
A pair of armless dining chairs designed by Pierre Jeanneret.
Cane, Teak
Extraordinary Set of Ten Pierre Jeanneret Armless Dining Chairs
Located in Toronto, Ontario
A really remarkable large set of ten armless dining chairs by Pierre Jeanneret for the City of Chandigarh, circa 1955-1956.
Teak
Sold
H 32.5 in W 18 in D 19.5 in
Pair of Mid-Century Modern Pierre Jeanneret Armless Dining Chairs, Teak, Cane
By Pierre Jeanneret
Located in Stamford, CT
A rare set of authentic arm less dining chairs (not to restrict movement) re-polished and re-caned chairs in India. Dimensions vary slightly due to the handmade nature of this design...
Cane, Teak
10 Pierre Jeanneret Armless Dining Chairs, Teak, Cane, France/India
By Pierre Jeanneret
Located in Stamford, CT
Set of ten (10) Pierre Jeanneret hand cane arm less dining chairs. A rare set of arm less dining chairs (not to restrict movement) re-polished and re-caned chairs in India. Dimension...
Teak
Sold
H 23.63 in W 26.78 in D 28.35 in
Pierre Jeanneret PJ-SI-60-A, Authentic Low Caned Armless Easy Chair
By Pierre Jeanneret
Located in Zürich, CH
This original and rare version of the easy chair by Pierre Jeanneret comes with a curved back leg and a front leg outside the continuation of the lateral frame. This feature adds to ...
Cane, Teak
Sold
H 29.75 in W 16.5 in D 19 in
Pierre Jeanneret, French Mid-Century Modern, Dining, Side Chairs, India, 1960s
By Pierre Jeanneret
Located in Stamford, CT
Armless dining chairs, Model PJ-SI-25-A, attributed to Pierre Jeanneret Set of two armless dining chairs having a compass type double side leg assembly, connected by two crosspiece...
Cane, Teak
Sold
H 27.25 in W 22 in D 30 in
Pierre Jeanneret, French Mid-Century, Slipper Chairs, Teak, Fabric, India, 1960s
By Pierre Jeanneret
Located in Stamford, CT
Pair of upholstered easy chairs, 'Fireside' chairs, Model PJ-SI-36-A attributed to Pierre Jeanneret This chic pair of armless upholstered easy chairs feature a tilted backrest and ...
Fabric, Teak
Rare Teak Armless Easy Chair by Pierre Jeanneret
Located in West Chester, PA
Rare teak easy chair with caned seat and back, flared V-Type legs and rectangular stretchers. Has markings. Designed by Pierre Jeanneret (1896-1967). Chandigarh, India, c. 1958. Le ...
Teak
Sold
H 31.11 in W 17.72 in D 19.3 in
Set of four Teak Pierre Jeanneret Armless Dining Chairs PJ-SI-25-A Mid - Century
By Pierre Jeanneret
Located in POZNAŃ, 30
Set of 4 Pierre Jeanneret style chairs made of teak wood. High quality and perfect condition. The chairs have white cushions also in very good condition.
Cane, Teak, Braid
"Armless easy chair" by Pierre Jeanneret
By Pierre Jeanneret
Located in Altwies, LU
Low fireside chair "Armless easy chair" in solid teak with seat and back in braided caning. Double "compass" type side frame joined by two spacers. Inclined backrest, slightly curve...
Pierre Jeanneret Very Rare Pair of Demountable Armless Chairs
By Pierre Jeanneret
Located in BREST, FR
Pierre Jeanneret exceptional and unique pair of demountable chairs. Only a tiny number of these chairs have been sold in the past! Same as those in Pierre Jeanneret's House. Unique, ...
Teak
Sold
H 32 in W 16.25 in D 19 in
Pierre Jeanneret, Set of 6 Armless V-Leg Chairs from Chandigarh, circa 1955
By Pierre Jeanneret
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Rare grouping of 6 armless "V-Leg" chairs with nice original patina, circa 1955. Dimensions vary slightly due to handmade nature of the design.
Teak
Sold
H 32 in W 16.25 in D 19 in
Pierre Jeanneret, Set of 8 Armless V-Leg Chairs from Chandigarh, circa 1955
By Pierre Jeanneret
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Rare grouping of 8 armless "V-Leg" chairs with nice original patina, circa 1955. Dimensions vary slightly due to handmade nature of the design. We have additional chairs available ...
Teak
Sold
H 32 in W 16.25 in D 19 in
Pierre Jeanneret, Set of Six Armless V-Leg Chairs from Chandigarh, circa 1955
By Pierre Jeanneret
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Rare grouping of 6 armless "V-Leg" chairs with nice original patina, circa 1955. Dimensions vary slightly due to handmade nature of the design. *** We also have a set of 8 availa...
Teak
$5,800 / set
H 33.08 in W 19.1 in D 18.31 in
Danish Mid-20th Century, Set of 6 Dining Chairs in Oak, Teak & Mohair, 1960s
By Arne Vodder
Located in Odense, DK
A refined set of six Danish dining chairs, showcasing the elegance and craftsmanship of mid-century Scandinavian design. The chairs feature beautifully shaped teak & oak frames with ...
Wool, Mohair, Teak, Oak
Pair of Pierre Jeanneret Office Chairs
By Pierre Jeanneret
Located in Soho, London, GB
Pair of office chairs from the administrative offices of Chandigarh (PJ-SI-28-B).
Cane, Teak
$84,000 / set
H 30.25 in W 19.5 in D 20.25 in
Pierre Jeanneret, French Mid-Century Modern, 12 Box Dining Chairs, Teak, Cane
By Pierre Jeanneret
Located in Stamford, CT
Pierre Jeanneret, French Mid-Century Modern, Box Chairs, 12 Dining Chairs, Teak, Cane, Chandigarh, India c. 1960s Rare and important large set of twelve (12) box chairs by Pierre Je...
Cane, Teak
$4,843 / set
H 30.12 in W 18.51 in D 18.9 in
Set of 8 Danish Teak Dining Chairs by Harry Østergaard, 1960s
By Harry Østergaard
Located in Rødding, DK
Danish set of eight dining chairs in teak, designed by Harry Østergaard, 1960s. Each chair pairs a crescent-shaped teak backrest with a black upholstered seat. The backrest is curve...
Upholstery, Teak
$52,000 / set
H 27.56 in W 19.69 in D 25.99 in
Pierre Jeanneret, original armchairs SI-49-A, Mid-Century Modern
By Pierre Jeanneret
Located in Stockholm, SE
This iconic original and very rare armchair SI-49-A by legendary designer Pierre Jeanneret. Made insolid teak with leather. Authentic Mid Century piece. With its raw simplicity it ...
Leather, Teak
$101,386 / set
H 28.75 in W 20.08 in D 29.53 in
Pair Of Pierre Jeanneret ‘Fireside’ Chairs, model No. PJ-SI-36-A
By Pierre Jeanneret
Located in London, Charterhouse Square
Pair of Pierre Jeanneret “Fireside” chair, circa 1955-1956. Teak and faux leather. Intended for; High court and University of Punjab, Chandigarh, India Photos include chairs in or...
Faux Leather, Teak
$69,100 / set
H 23.63 in W 26.78 in D 28.35 in
Pierre Jeanneret PJ-SI-60-A Pair of Lounge Chairs / Authentic Mid-Century Modern
By Pierre Jeanneret
Located in Zürich, CH
The visible nonchalance here celebrates the lightness and the joy of life. It’s not about representation or impressing others. It demonstrates the Indian lifestyle, much more casual ...
Cane, Teak
$5,920 / set
H 32.29 in W 30.32 in D 29.53 in
Pair of French Mid-Century Teak and Cane Lounge Chairs, France, 1950s
Located in Almelo, NL
Pair of French Mid-Century Teak and Cane Lounge Chairs, France, 1950s A striking and highly sculptural pair of French Mid-Century lounge chairs dating from the 1950s, crafted in sol...
Cane, Teak
$50,000 / set
H 27.56 in W 19.69 in D 25.99 in
Pierre Jeanneret original SI-49-A armchairs, Mid-Century Modern
By Pierre Jeanneret
Located in Stockholm, SE
Pierre Jeanneret, a pair of original SI-49-A armchairs in teak and reupholstered in black leather. Jeanneret was commissioned by the city of Chandigarh, India, to build and design f...
Leather, Teak
$2,730Sale Price / set|30% Off
H 33.75 in W 18.5 in D 19 in
Mid-Century Danish Modern Sculptural Teak Dining Chairs 6
By Johannes Andersen
Located in Las Vegas, NV
Set of 6 elegant and sophisticated Teak dining chairs from Denmark, circa 1958. They are all in very good original condition with no damage nor repairs.
Upholstery, Teak
Pierre Jeanneret Chairs with Cushion, Set of 6
By Pierre Jeanneret
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Set of six teak and cane dining chairs by Pierre Jeanneret from the Chandigarh furniture program, circa mid-twentieth century. Compact rectangular woven backs and seats are carried o...
Velvet, Cane, Teak
$60,800Sale Price / set|29% Off
H 28 in W 23 in D 31 in
Pierre Jeanneret PJ-SI-48-A Upholstered Armchairs in Teak
By Pierre Jeanneret
Located in Toronto, Ontario
A true rarity to find a matching pair of scarce Pierre Jeanneret PJ-SI-48-A crossed leg upholstered armchairs. This pair is made from solid teak wood and has been sympathetically r...
Teak
$6,450
H 30.52 in W 19.69 in D 18.9 in
Pierre Jeanneret PJ-SI-28-A Cane Office Armchair / Authentic Mid-Century Modern
By Pierre Jeanneret
Located in Zürich, CH
The relationship between the elements ensures a balanced composition. The careful alignment and proportions create an equilibrium, giving a sense of coherent design. Both tension and...
Cane, Teak
"Office Armchair" by Pierre Jeanneret, circa 1955
By Pierre Jeanneret
Located in London, GB
Authentic 'Office Chair' from the administrative buildings of Chandigarh (Ref. PJ-SI-28-B). In excellent condition - joints have been restored and cane work replaced. Pierre J...
Cane, Teak
$6,579 / set
H 25.2 in W 26.38 in D 30.71 in
Pair of Mid-Century Modern Teak and Hand-Caned Lounge Chairs, 1950s
By Pierre Jeanneret, Le Corbusier
Located in SOTTEVILLE-LÈS-ROUEN, FR
A striking pair of mid-century modern lounge chairs crafted in solid teak with handwoven cane backs, dating to the 1950s. These chairs embody the architectural rigor and sculptural ...
Wood
$9,450
H 29.93 in W 20.48 in D 29.53 in
Pierre Jeanneret Easy Chair Authentic Mid-Century Modern PJ-SI-29-A
By Pierre Jeanneret
Located in Zürich, CH
Here we see a decision to project the universal ideals of modernity onto Indian reality. However, this piece was inspired by North Indian culture as well the cosmic and spiritual In...
Cane, Teak
Akari Model 20n Light Sculpture by Isamu Noguchi
By Isamu Noguchi, Akari
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Akari Model 20N light sculpture by Isamu Noguchi. The shade is made from handmade washi paper and bamboo ribs with Noguchi Akari manufacturer's stamp. Akari light sculptures by Isamu...
Metal
LU Louis Sconce AS
By Lumfardo Luminaires
Located in Inglewood, CA
Handsome LU Louis sconce AS. An all brass wall sconce in an aged silver finish with patterned perforations by Lumfardo Luminaires. Made contemporary in the US. Multiples available fo...
Brass, Nickel
Organic Modern Table Lamp Sculptural Parota Wood Base
By Isabel Moncada
Located in San Antonio, TX
Pata de Elefante Small Table Lamp — Atomic Collection by Isabel Moncada Named ""Elephant's Foot"" for its bold, bulbous base, the Pata de Elefante Small is one of Isabel Moncada's m...
Wood, Fabric, Linen, Fiberglass
$4,877 / item
H 56.11 in W 25.6 in D 19.1 in
Arcate sideboard, in Canaletto walnut by Accardibuccheri Medulum for Medulum
By Mauro Accardi & Silvia Buccheri
Located in Meolo, Venezia
Il settimanale Arcate fa parte di una collezione esclusiva che include comodini e comò, ideata dal rinomato studio milanese Accardi Buccheri per il brand MEDULUM. La scocca, realizza...
Walnut
$4,900 / item
H 34 in W 86 in D 42 in
Custom Made Modern English Arm Sofa in Performance Linen Velvet - 86"
By Bloom Home Inc
Located in Old Town Orange, CA
This beautiful english arm sofa has a modern twist, with its single bench cushion, and beautiful curved apron sides. It’s upholstered in a Linen Velvet Performance fabric. Shown in...
Linen, Velvet
$19,374 / item
H 27.56 in W 94.49 in D 39.38 in
Giovannetti, 1970s Anfibio Foldable Sofa in Cream Colored Fabric Project, Becchi
By Alessandro Becchi
Located in Casalguidi, IT
The bed-sofa, designed by Alessandro Becchi together with the Giovannetti staff has recently celebrated its 50 years. Its history is full of important events and participations. A p...
Wool, Cotton
$1,345 / item
H 13.39 in W 10.63 in D 10.63 in
Set Antique Vintage Acorn Opaline White Milk Glass Ceiling Pendant Light Lamp
Located in Sale, GB
- A fabulous run of church opaline acorn pendant lights with steel galleries, circa 1950. - Wear commensurate with age, all in excellent condition, the steel galleries are aged worn...
Glass
Pair of 70s Style Italian Bamboo and Brass Table Lamps
Located in New York, NY
Monumental size Bamboo lamps. Crafted in Italy and made to order, these lamps are modern and chic. Production lead time 2-4 weeks. Base diameter 8 inches, hat diameter 20 inches, he...
Brass
$67,200Sale Price|20% Off
H 11.34 in W 10.63 in D 10.95 in
Pierre Jeanneret PJ-SI-32-A Upholstered Easy Armchair
By Pierre Jeanneret
Located in Toronto, Ontario
An exceptional pair of authentic vintage Pierre Jeanneret upholstered easy chairs. These chairs have untouched frames in solid teak. Painted lettering designation showing the buil...
Teak
An Angular Armchair, Upholstered in COM
By Gerrit Rietveld, Jacques Adnet, (after) Jean Michel Frank, Jules Leleu
Located in Lewes, East Sussex
A single modern angular club armchair, upholstered in customer supplied fabric. High quality handmade beech frames and sprung seats. COM fabrics subject to approval.
Beech, Oak, Fabric
Mawu Chair in Printed by Laura Gonzalez
By laura gonzalez
Located in Paris, FR
Made in France with hand-turned, flared oak legs in golden satin finish. Upholstered backrest and seat in textured jacquard velvet fabric (LG.FB-31).
Fabric, Oak, Cotton, Linen
Fantastic 1950s Pierre Jeanneret Daybed
By Pierre Jeanneret
Located in Philadelphia, PA
We are pleased to present this fantastic daybed or Diwan by Pierre Jeanneret, circa late 1950s. The bed is documented as model PJ-L-11-A. Pierre Jeanneret first arrived in India ...
Upholstery, Teak
$42,000 / set
H 30.52 in W 41.74 in D 33.08 in
René Drouet Pair of Lounge Chairs in Olive Green Corduroy and Walnut
By René Drouet
Located in Waalwijk, NL
René Drouet, pair of lounge chairs, corduroy velvet, walnut, France, 1930s Designed by French decorator René Drouet, these club chairs are a quintessential example of French Art Dec...
Velvet, Walnut
$75,000
H 32.5 in W 97 in D 35 in
Rare Oscar Niemeyer Rosewood 'ON' Sofa for Hotel SESC Rio de Janeiro, c 1980
By Oscar Niemeyer
Located in Los Angeles, CA
An exceptionally rare and historically important three-seat sofa designed by Oscar Niemeyer for the Hotel SESC in Rio de Janeiro. This set comprises the sculptural 'ON' sofa accompan...
Leather, Rosewood
Bespoke Round Italian Dining Table in Travertine
Located in London, London
Travertine dining table Made to order in Italy Round top Honed or polished finish Rounded or straight edges Travertine pedestal. The photos show a selection of tables we have m...
Travertine
Monumental Isamu Noguchi Akari 25N Floor Lamp
By Ozeki & Co. Ltd. 1, Akari, Isamu Noguchi
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Monumental Isamu Noguchi Akari 25N floor lamp. The shade is made from handmade washi paper and bamboo ribs with Noguchi Akari manufacturer's stamp. Akari light sculptures by Isamu No...
Metal
If his famed cousin and longtime colleague Charles-Édouard Jeanneret — better known as Le Corbusier — was the visionary, then Pierre Jeanneret was the member of the architecture and design team who got things done. In recent years, Jeanneret has emerged from Le Corbusier’s shadow, as collectors have discovered his simple and striking chairs, benches, coffee tables and other furniture creations.
Jeanneret studied at the École des Beaux-Arts in Geneva and after he graduated in 1921 he became a partner in Le Corbusier’s office in Paris. The pair collaborated on numerous residential projects, most notably the Villa Savoye, the iconic modernist house in suburban Paris completed in 1931.
Jeanneret also worked with the great Charlotte Perriand on the Grand Modele line of tubular metal furnishings that was a sensation at the annual Salon d’Automne design expo in 1929. A rift developed between Jeanneret and his cousin during World War II, as the former joined the French resistance, while Le Corbusier cooperated with the occupying authorities in Vichy. The two did not work together again until 1950, when Le Corbusier persuaded Jeanneret to help execute the master plan for the new city of Chandigarh in Punjab, India. Jeanneret lived and worked there until the final years of his life.
A hallmark of Jeanneret’s furniture designs is his great sensitivity to materials. In contrast to the tubular-steel chairs produced by Marcel Breuer and other members of the Bauhaus, the chromed metal pieces designed by Jeanneret and Perriand — including such as the now-classic LC4 chaise longue and the Grand Confort lounge chair — have a sensuous, relaxed and welcoming look. Conversely, while Jeanneret uses essentially geometric forms for his wooden seating pieces, they exude warmth by nature of the material.
One of Jeanneret’s first manufactured designs in wood is the Model 92 Scissors chair, licensed by Hans and Florence Knoll when they were touring postwar France. But Jeanneret’s finest work in furniture was done in Chandigarh, and these are the pieces that have earned him recent renown.
Crafted of teak, the Chandigarh designs range from low-slung lounge chairs and armchairs with cane seats to desks and tables, most with Jeanneret’s signature drafting compass-shaped legs. Many such pieces on the market today are refurbished, having been found by dealers languishing in scrapyards in India in the late 1990s. Chandigarh is now taking better care of its modernist heritage, making available Jeanneret works all the rarer.
Find authentic vintage Pierre Jeanneret chairs, case pieces, tables and other furniture today on 1stDibs.
With entire areas of our homes reserved for “sitting rooms,” the value of quality antique and vintage seating cannot be overstated.
Fortunately, the design of side chairs, armchairs and other lounge furniture — since what were, quite literally, the early perches of our ancestors — has evolved considerably.
Among the earliest standard seating furniture were stools. Egyptian stools, for example, designed for one person with no seat back, were x-shaped and typically folded to be tucked away. These rudimentary chairs informed the design of Greek and Roman stools, all of which were a long way from Sori Yanagi's Butterfly stool or Alvar Aalto's Stool 60. In the 18th century and earlier, seats with backs and armrests were largely reserved for high nobility.
The seating of today is more inclusive but the style and placement of chairs can still make a statement. Antique desk chairs and armchairs designed in the style of Louis XV, which eventually included painted furniture and were often made of rare woods, feature prominently curved legs as well as Chinese themes and varied ornaments. Much like the thrones of fairy tales and the regency, elegant lounges crafted in the Louis XV style convey wealth and prestige. In the kitchen, the dining chair placed at the head of the table is typically reserved for the head of the household or a revered guest.
Of course, with luxurious vintage or antique furnishings, every chair can seem like the best seat in the house. Whether your preference is stretching out on a plush sofa, such as the Serpentine, designed by Vladimir Kagan, or cozying up in a vintage wingback chair, there is likely to be a comfy classic or contemporary gem for you on 1stDibs.
With respect to the latest obsessions in design, cane seating has been cropping up everywhere, from sleek armchairs to lounge chairs, while bouclé fabric, a staple of modern furniture design, can be seen in mid-century modern, Scandinavian modern and Hollywood Regency furniture styles.
Admirers of the sophisticated craftsmanship and dark woods frequently associated with mid-century modern seating can find timeless furnishings in our expansive collection of lounge chairs, dining chairs and other items — whether they’re vintage editions or alluring official reproductions of iconic designs from the likes of Hans Wegner or from Charles and Ray Eames. Shop our inventory of Egg chairs, designed in 1958 by Arne Jacobsen, the Florence Knoll lounge chair and more.
No matter your style, the collection of unique chairs, sofas and other seating on 1stDibs is surely worthy of a standing ovation.