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.
Le Corbusier "LC2 Petit Modele" Sofa for Cassina, 1980s
By Charlotte Perriand, Le Corbusier, Cassina, Le Corbusier, Pierre Jeanneret, Charlotte Perriand Cassina, Pierre Jeanneret
Located in Coronado, CA
This "LC2 Petit Modele" sofa was originally designed by Le Corbusier, Charlotte Perriand and Pierre Jeanneret in 1928. This vintage example was manufactured by Cassina in the 1980s. ...
Steel
$10,700Sale Price|30% Off
Early Year LC2 Black Leather Three-Seat Sofa by Le Corbusier for Cassina, Signed
By Charlotte Perriand, Cassina, Pierre Jeanneret, Le Corbusier
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This incredibly comfortable Le Corbusier for Cassina 'LC2' three-seat sofa (authentic signed and earlier year production example with low number production number stamped on the fram...
Steel
Le Corbusier 5 Canapé Sofa in Black or Petrol for Cassina, Italy - New
By Pierre Jeanneret, Cassina
Located in Berlin, DE
Prices vary dependent on the chosen material and size. Comfortable, contemporary lines distinguish this sofa designed by Le Corbusier for his Paris apartment, where the original mode...
Metal
Authentic Cassina LC2 Black Leather Two-Seat Sofa by Le Corbusier 1994
By Charlotte Perriand, Le Corbusier, Cassina, Pierre Jeanneret
Located in Detroit, MI
This authentic LC2 Petit Modele two-seat black leather sofa originally designed by Le Corbusier, Charlotte Perriand and Pierre Jeanneret in 1928 was produced by Cassina in 1994. The ...
Steel, Chrome
Pierre Jeanneret Vintage Fireside Sofa, Suede & Teak, India, 1955
By Pierre Jeanneret
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pierre Jeanneret Fireside Sofa, Suede with Leather Piping
Suede, Teak
Pierre Jeanneret X-Leg Sofa in Cowhide, 1950s Chandigargh
By Pierre Jeanneret
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Stunning teak sofa fully reupholstered in beige cowhide designed by Pierre Jeanneret for Chandigargh. Rectangular seat resting on two compass type side legs. New cushions. Sofas were...
Cane, Teak, Cowhide
Pierre Jeanneret PJ-SI-59-B Bench Seat / Authentic Mid-Century Modern
By Pierre Jeanneret
Located in Zürich, CH
Here the silhouette is strong. It is presented through the outline and shape of the piece. The sofa is a one-of-a-kind piece - unique and outstanding, it holds a museum exhibit quali...
Cane, Wood
Pierre Jeanneret Sofa in Cognac Hide
By Pierre Jeanneret
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pierre Jeanneret Sofa in Cognac Hide
Cowhide, Teak
Bridge Sofa by Le Corbusier and Pierre Jeanneret, India, 1950s
By Le Corbusier, Pierre Jeanneret
Located in Antwerp, BE
This Bridge sofa, designed by Le Corbusier and Pierre Jeanneret for the Chandigarh project in the 1950s, reflects a synthesis of architectural clarity and sculptural expression. Conc...
Leather, Teak
X-leg Easy Sofa 3-Seater by Pierre Jeanneret for Chandigarh, India, Circa 1960
By Pierre Jeanneret
Located in Tokyo, JP
An authentic mid-century piece from Pierre Jeanneret’s legendary Chandigarh commission. Teak frame with fabric upholstered seat & back.
Fabric, Teak
Pierre Jeanneret PJ-SI-45-B Cane Sofa / Authentic Mid-Century Modern
By Pierre Jeanneret
Located in Zürich, CH
Here the silhouette is strong. It is presented through the outline and shape of the piece. The relationship between the legs with armrests and the backrest ensures a balanced composi...
Cane, Teak
Leather LC3 Grand Confort Sofa by Le Corbusier & C. Perriand for Cassina (1/2)
By Le Corbusier, Le Corbusier, Pierre Jeanneret, Charlotte Perriand Cassina, Charlotte Perriand, Pierre Jeanneret, Cassina
Located in Izegem, VWV
The LC3 sofa is an iconic piece of modernist design, designed in 1928 by Le Corbusier, Pierre Jeanneret, and Charlotte Perriand. The sofa is a symbol of timel...
Chrome
Pierre Jeanneret PJ-SI-36-B Sofa / Authentic Mid-Century Modern
By Pierre Jeanneret
Located in Zürich, CH
Here the silhouette is strong. It is presented through the outline and shape of the piece. The sofa embodies minimalist design principles, characterized by a clear shape and simplifi...
Leather, Upholstery, Teak
Le Corbusier, Pierre Jeanneret LC/PJ-SI-41-A Pair of Advocate Chairs / Authentic
By Pierre Jeanneret
Located in Zürich, CH
Here the silhouette is strong. It is presented through the outline and shape of the pieces. The objects exude an aura. It’s not about the shape or about the material; their auratic q...
Leather, Upholstery, 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. Charac...
Teak
Le Corbusier, Pierre Jeanneret LC/PJ-SI-41-A Advocate Chair / Authentic
By Pierre Jeanneret
Located in Zürich, CH
Here the silhouette is strong. It is presented through the outline and shape of the piece. The object exudes an aura. It’s not about the shape or about the material; its auratic qual...
Leather, Upholstery, Teak
Pierre Jeanneret PJ-SI-32-B Sofa / Authentic Mid-Century Modern
By Pierre Jeanneret
Located in Zürich, CH
Here the silhouette is strong. It is presented through the outline and shape of the piece. The relationship between the different shapes ensures a balanced composition. The careful a...
Upholstery, Teak, Leather
Pierre Jeanneret original SI-41-B sofa, Chandigarh, India, Mid-Century Modern.
By Pierre Jeanneret
Located in Stockholm, SE
Pierre Jeanneret, SI-41-B sofa in teak and reupholstered in black leather. Jeanneret was commissioned by the city of Chandigarh, India, to build and design for the Punjab University Administrative buildings and a few private residences. They were produced between circa 1952 and 1957. Provenance: Sourced from gallery Fiftiesdesign in Brest, who imported the furniture from India...
Leather, Teak
Pierre Jeanneret PJ-SI-48-B Sofa / Authentic Mid-Century Modern
By Pierre Jeanneret
Located in Zürich, CH
Sculptural qualities define this object. A vivid dynamic between the different volumes and surfaces, showing different qualities from different angles. Its expressive form offers a c...
Foam, Teak
Pierre Jeanneret PJ-SI-Cane Sofa / Authentic Mid-Century Modern
By Pierre Jeanneret
Located in Zürich, CH
Here the silhouette is strong. It is presented through the outline and shape of the piece. The void between becomes an important part of the item itself. It demonstrates different vi...
Cane, Teak
Le Corbusier, Pierre Jeanneret LC/PJ-SI-41-B Advocate Sofa / Authentic
By Pierre Jeanneret
Located in Zürich, CH
Here the silhouette is strong. It is presented through the outline and shape of the piece. The object exudes an aura. It’s not about the shape or about the material; its auratic qual...
Leather, Upholstery, Teak
Hommage À Pierre Jeanneret Capitol Complex Sofa For Cassina
By Pierre Jeanneret
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Hommage À Pierre Jeanneret Capitol Complex Sofa For Cassina Capitol Complex Sofa is the settee designed by Pierre Jeanneret with an iconic wood structure in the form of an inverted ...
Oak
Le Corbusier, Pierre Jeanneret LC/PJ-SI-42-B Bridge Chair Sofa / Authentic
By Pierre Jeanneret
Located in Zürich, CH
Sculptural qualities define this object. A vivid dynamic between the different volumes and surfaces, showing different qualities from different angles. Its expressive form offers a c...
Teak, Upholstery
Pierre Jeanneret PJ-SI-38-B Sofa / Authentic Mid-Century Modern
By Pierre Jeanneret
Located in Zürich, CH
The piece embodies minimalist design principles, characterized by a clear shape and simplified form with subtle detailing. It is reduced to the minimum. Compared to most minimalist d...
Leather, Upholstery, Teak
$2,400
H 36.23 in W 59.06 in D 20.48 in
Danish Modern, Sculptural Three Seater Sofa / Bench, Made by Hans Dau, 1950s
By Charles Dudouyt
Located in Odense, DK
A lovely romantic Baroque style three seater sofa with cushions covered in vintage fabric. Made in solid oak. Handcrafted by Danish cabinetmaker Hans Dau in the 1950s. The overall im...
Fabric, Oak
$10,378 / set
H 27 in W 70 in D 28 in
Le Corbusier LC2 Armchair + 3-Seat Sofa Set in Black Leather & Chrome, Alivar
By Cassina, Le Corbusier, Pierre Jeanneret, Charlotte Perriand Cassina, Alivar
Located in Grand Cayman, KY
Timelessly iconic Le Corbusier LC2 set of 3-seater sofa and armchair in chrome tube steel and black leather. Made in Italy by Alivar, a highly collectible licensed / authorized produ...
Steel, Chrome
$44,000
H 84 in W 174 in D 70 in
Pierre Jeanneret original SI-41-B sofa, Chandigarh, India, Mid-Century Modern.
By Pierre Jeanneret
Located in Stockholm, SE
Pierre Jeanneret, SI-41-B sofa in teak and reupholstered in black leather. Jeanneret was commissioned by the city of Chandigarh, India, to build and design for the Punjab University Administrative buildings and a few private residences. They were produced between circa 1952 and 1957. Provenance: Sourced from gallery Fiftiesdesign in Brest, who imported the furniture from India...
Leather, Teak
$8,162
H 27 in W 70 in D 27.5 in
Le Corbusier LC2 Sofa in Chic Mango Fabric with Peach Tube Steel, Cassina
By Le Corbusier, Pierre Jeanneret, Charlotte Perriand Cassina, Cassina
Located in Grand Cayman, KY
Timelessly iconic Le Corbusier LC2 three-seater sofa in peach tube steel and herringbone-patterned mango fabric. Made in Italy by Cassina. Signed with serial number. The LC2 was des...
Steel
LC2 Club Chair By Le Corbusier, Jeanneret, Perriand for Cassina
By Le Corbusier, Charlotte Perriand, Pierre Jeanneret, Cassina
Located in New York, NY
Original LC2 Petit Modele Lounge Chair, initially designed in 1928 by Le Corbusier and his collaborators, Pierre Jeanneret and Charlotte Perriand. This example was produced in Italy ...
Chrome
$8,000Sale Price / set|20% Off
H 26 in W 30 in D 27 in
Pair of Authentic Black leather Chrome lounge chairs Le Corbusier LC2 by Cassina
By Le Corbusier, Pierre Jeanneret, Charlotte Perriand Cassina, Pierre Jeanneret, Le Corbusier, Charlotte Perriand, Cassina
Located in Brooklyn, NY
An Authentic pair of Modern LC2 lounge or club chairs Le Corbusier. Model LC2 in Soft Black Leather with Chrome frames Made by Cassina. Chairs shows little to no signs of use very co...
Chrome, Steel
$5,713Sale Price|39% Off
H 26.78 in W 51.19 in D 25.6 in
LC2 Two-Seat Sofas by Le Corbusier Edited by Cassina
By Cassina, Le Corbusier, Pierre Jeanneret, Charlotte Perriand Cassina
Located in Saint-Ouen, IDF
Pair of sofas made of polished chrome-plated steel frame and leather cushion. Designed by Le Corbusier, Pierre Jeanneret and Charlotte Perriand, and edited by Cassina in 1978. ...
Steel
LC3 Grand Modele Armchair by Le Corbusier for Cassina, black leather
By Pierre Jeanneret, Charlotte Perriand, Le Corbusier, Le Corbusier, Pierre Jeanneret, Charlotte Perriand Cassina, Cassina
Located in Chicago, IL
LC3 Grand Modele Armchair for Cassina. Black leather and chrome plated steel. Newer production, circa 2010 or later. One of the most iconic chairs, t...
Chrome
$9,500Sale Price|24% Off
H 26.5 in W 51 in D 27.5 in
'LC2' Black Leather Settee Sofa Loveseat by Le Corbusier for Cassina, Signed
By Pierre Jeanneret, Le Corbusier, Charlotte Perriand, Cassina
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This incredibly comfortable Le Corbusier for Cassina 'LC2' two-seat loveseat sofa, signed (see pics, in gorgeous thick Italian black leather on chrome steel frame is in beautiful vin...
Steel
$2,000Sale Price|20% Off
H 31.5 in W 63 in D 23.63 in
Dutch Minimal 1950s Bench in Black Skai Leather Upholstery
By Wim Rietveld
Located in bergen op zoom, NL
A minimal design bench in the manner of Wim Rietveld. The bench still has it's original black skai leather upholstery from the 1950's
Metal
Vintage Le Corbusier Armchair LC1 by Cassina
By Pierre Jeanneret, Cassina, Charlotte Perriand, Le Corbusier
Located in Vilnius, LT
Vintage LC1 chair designed by Le Corbusier, Pierre Jeanneret, Charlotte Perriand, circa 1928. Base in black painted tubular steel, cognac color leather upholstery. Marked/engraved o...
Steel
$5,016Sale Price|24% Off
H 31.25 in W 81.25 in D 26.5 in
Mid-Century Modern Heavy Steel Airport Tandem Sofa, circa 1950s
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A striking example of mid-century American contract design, this three-seat tandem sofa was sourced directly from the Long Beach Airport (used in the 1950s and 60s) and embodies the ...
Steel
Sofa Set by Pierre Jeanneret, Chandigarh, 1950s
By Pierre Jeanneret
Located in Tokyo, Tokyo
A rare and authentic example from the Chandigarh project in India, this teak sofa set by Pierre Jeanneret reflects the architect’s rational yet sculptural design language. Characteri...
Teak
Sold
H 31 in W 34 in D 34 in
Pierre Jeanneret, French Mid-Century Modern, Fireside Sofa, Teak, White Cowhide
By Pierre Jeanneret
Located in Stamford, CT
Pierre Jeanneret, French Mid-Century Modern, Fireside Sofa, Teak, White Cowhide, Chandigarh Rare and important Fireside sofa by Pierre Jeanneret c. 1960s, Model PJ-SI-36-A. This exa...
Cowhide, Teak
Sold
H 29.14 in W 64.57 in D 28.75 in
Advocate Sofa by Le Corbusier and Pierre Jeanneret ‘‘PJ-SI-42-B’’
By Le Corbusier, Pierre Jeanneret
Located in Soho, London, GB
Rare sofa in teak and hide from the High Court of Chandigarh (Sector 1, Capitol Complex) designed by Pierre Jeanneret and Le Corbusier between 1950 and 1955. This model has a slight...
Cowhide, Teak
Pierre Jeanneret A Leg Bench, 1950s Chandigarh
By Pierre Jeanneret
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Beautiful teak bench titled the King Bench A Leg designed by Pierre Jeanneret for Chandigarh. Imported from India with care, this bench tell a story far beyond what the eye can see. ...
Cane, Teak
Pierre Jeanneret X Leg Bench, 1950s Chandigarh
By Pierre Jeanneret
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Beautiful teak bench titled the King Bench X Leg designed by Pierre Jeanneret for Chandigarh. Imported from India with care and fully restored from the 1950s. This particular bench i...
Cane, Teak
Sold
H 24.41 in W 66.15 in D 28.75 in
Cassina LC3 Sofa, by Le Corbusier, Pierre Jeanneret, and Charlotte Perriand
By Charlotte Perriand, Pierre Jeanneret, Le Corbusier
Located in Berlin, DE
The Cassina LC3 Sofa, designed by Le Corbusier, Pierre Jeanneret, and Charlotte Perriand in 1928, is a modern classic. It features soft, feather-down ...
Metal
Vintage Red LC2 Sofa by Le Corbusier, Italy 1970s
By Charlotte Perriand, Cassina, Le Corbusier, Pierre Jeanneret
Located in Roma, IT
Vintage LC2 Sofa is a sophisticated piece of design furniture realized in the 1970s. This original three seats sofa has a polished chrome frame Good conditions. Adorn your living...
Steel
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H 26.5 in W 71 in D 27.5 in
Vintage Cassina Le Corbusier, Jeanneret, and Perriand LC2 3-Seat Sofa
By Charlotte Perriand, Le Corbusier, Pierre Jeanneret, Charlotte Perriand Cassina, Cassina, Pierre Jeanneret, Le Corbusier
Located in Saint Paul, MN
Originally designed to be exhibited in 1929 at the Salon d’Automne in Paris, the three-piece design collaboration relied mostly on Charlotte Perriand's genius. Dubbed a "basket of cu...
Leather
Sold
H 29.53 in W 63 in D 31.5 in
Pierre Jeanneret Vintage Lounge Sofa / Upholstered Sofa / easy chair
By Pierre Jeanneret
Located in Tokyo, Tokyo
This sofa by Pierre Jeanneret , 1960s. This sofa is newly upholstered in black velvet . provenance : skating ring(UT) in sports complex Chandigarh
Velvet, Wood, Hardwood, Teak
Sold
H 24.41 in W 93.31 in D 28.75 in
Cassina by Le Corbusier Tan Leather LC3 Grand Confort 3-Seat Sofa
By Le Corbusier, Charlotte Perriand, Pierre Jeanneret, Cassina
Located in Rochester, England
Originally designed in 1928 by Le Corbusier, Pierre Jeanneret and Charlotte Perriand, the LC3 sofa has since become a design icon and was re-issued by Cassina in 1965. One of the fi...
Leather
Pierre Jeanneret, Peon or Public Bench, Chandigarh late 1950s
By Pierre Jeanneret
Located in Wargrave, Berkshire
Pierre Jeanneret, 'Peon' or Public Bench, model PJ-SI-37-B, designed for the High Court in Chandigarh, India, late 1950s. In 1950, architect Charles Eduard Jeanneret, known as Le ...
Teak, Fabric
Sold
H 29.93 in W 26.78 in D 27.17 in
Pair Le Corbusier LC2 Club Chair by Cassina Smoked Chrome Edition 2019
By Le Corbusier, Charlotte Perriand, Pierre Jeanneret, Cassina
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...
Stainless Steel