$12,700
H 28.94 in W 21.07 in D 28.35 in
Folding Chair 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 hand-woven bamboo-rattan seat & back. Letter : CHD.ADMN. (Chandigarh Administ...
Cane, Teak
$20,090 / set
H 30.71 in W 19.69 in D 27.17 in
Modernist Design Low Folding Chair Set by Pierre Jeanneret for Chandigarh, 1960s
By Pierre Jeanneret
Located in Oud-Turnhout, VAN
Vintage Midcentury Modern Design Low Folding Chair Set by Pierre Jeanneret for the Le Corbusier Chandigarh project.
Cane, Teak
$21,700
H 30.32 in W 19.89 in D 28.35 in
Pierre Jeanneret PJ-SI-61-A Rare Folding Lounge Chair / Authentic Mid-Century
By Pierre Jeanneret
Located in Zürich, CH
The frames of the seat and the backrest are shaped so their facing surfaces are ‘slit’ at an angle, which allows the chair to be foldable for transport. The item is engraved on the s...
Cane, Teak
Folding scissor chair 1950 France
By Pierre Jeanneret, Charlotte Perriand
Located in SOTTEVILLE-LÈS-ROUEN, FR
A stunning folding scissor chair, both decorative and functional. It boasts a highly architectural construction thanks to its minimalist design, with a simplicity that is visually st...
Pine
$9,000 / set
H 27.5 in W 22.25 in D 36 in
Rare Folding Scissor Chairs by Ficks Reed C. 1950, Linen, Fir
By Ficks Reed, Pierre Jeanneret
Located in Miami, FL
Rare Folding Scissor Chairs by Ficks Reed C. 1950, new beige linen upholstery, fir wood.
Fabric, Fir
$9,000 / set
H 27.5 in W 22.25 in D 36 in
Rare Folding Scissor Chairs by Ficks Reed C. 1950, Linen, Fir
By Pierre Jeanneret, Ficks Reed
Located in Miami, FL
Pair of rare Folding Scissor Chairs by Ficks Reed C. 1950, new beige linen upholstery, fir wood.
Fabric, Fir
$7,500 / set
H 34.75 in W 18.5 in D 24 in
1970s Set of 11 Burnt Tiger Bamboo Folding Side, Dining Chairs Bohemian Chic
By Franca Helg, Antonio Piva and Franco Albini, Le Corbusier, Pierre Jeanneret, Charlotte Perriand Cassina
Located in Miami, FL
Set of 11 vintage British Colonial burnt Tiger Bamboo Dining or Event Chairs in the Bohemian Chic Style from the Mid-Century Modern, made in circa 1970s. The Set features handwoven C...
Bamboo
Pierre Jeanneret Folding Chair
By Pierre Jeanneret
Located in LOS ANGELES, CA
Pierre Jeanneret folding chair • Excellent condition for age • Includes “Certificate of Authenticity”, certified by Jacques Dworczak, world-renowned Pierre Jeanneret authenticator ...
Teak
Unavailable
H 30.5 in W 20 in D 27.5 in
Pierre Jeanneret Rare Folding Easy Chairs from Chandigarh, circa 1960
By Pierre Jeanneret
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Rare pair of folding "Easy" chairs designed by Pierre Jeanneret for private residences in Chandigarh, circa 1960.
Cane, Teak
Sold
H 29.14 in W 22.05 in D 28.35 in
Pierre Jeanneret, Folding Chairs, PJ-SI-61-A, Chandigarh, Teak and Cane
By Pierre Jeanneret
Located in Paris, FR
Pierre Jeanneret PJ-SI-61-A Folding armless easy chair, circa 1960 Folding back on hinges.
Rattan, Teak
Sold
H 29.14 in W 22.05 in L 29.14 in
Pierre Jeanneret, Folding Chairs, PJ-SI-61-A, Chandigarh, Teak and Cane
By Pierre Jeanneret
Located in Paris, FR
Pierre Jeanneret PJ-SI-61-A Folding armless easy chair, circa 1960 Folding back on hinges.
Rattan, Teak
Sold
H 28.94 in W 21.07 in D 28.35 in
Folding Chair 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 hand-woven bamboo-rattan seat & back. Letter : CHD.ADMN. (Chandigarh Administ...
Cane, Teak
Rare Foldable Garden Slat Chairs, France, 1950
By Pierre Jeanneret
Located in Roosendaal, Noord Brabant
Fantastic set of garden lounge chairs, made in France in the 1950s. These chairs are completely foldable into a suitcase look, amazing design for easy storing.
Brass
Pair of Caned Folding Chairs, 1950s
By Gerard Guermonprez, Pierre Jeanneret
Located in Paris, IDF
The simplicity of French modernism is evident in this set of caned folding chairs from the 1950s. Constructed with warm teak wood, the chairs were designed in a creative, Minimalist ...
Teak
Scisors folding chair in the manner of Pierre Jeanneret
Located in Roosendaal, Noord Brabant
Very nice and decorative folding chair by unknown manufacturer 1960. Most certainly inspired by the designs of Pierre Jeanneret.
Pine
Pair of Pierre Jeanneret Folding Low Chairs
By Pierre Jeanneret
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Pair of Pierre Jeanneret folding low chairs. Chandigarh, India c. 1960.
Cane, Teak
Set of Six Great Vintage Wood Folding Chairs
By Pierre Jeanneret
Located in Miami, FL
Great set of six vintage American folding chairs, great patina and look.
Wood
Set of Six Great Vintage Wood Folding Chairs
By Pierre Jeanneret
Located in Miami, FL
Great set of six vintage American folding chairs, great patina and look.
Wood
Set of Four Great Vintage Wood Folding Chairs
By Pierre Jeanneret
Located in Miami, FL
Great set of four vintage American folding chairs, great patina and look.
Wood
Two italian 1950 folding deckchair
By Le Corbusier, Pierre Jeanneret, Charlotte Perriand Cassina
Located in Montecchio Precalcino, VI
Valuable old 50s folding deckchairs made in Italy, solid wood base and wicker weave. The backrest anchors with an iron arm at the base. The design is reminiscent of old ethnic Morocc...
Metal
LUhans Indoor Outdoor Sconce 'Pat Cop'
By Lumfardo Luminaires
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Part of our Lumfardo Luminaries contemporary collection, this LUhans patinated un-lacquered copper indoor outdoor sconce is inspired by Scandinavian mid-century design. Wired with a ...
Copper
$14,900
H 21.26 in W 18.12 in D 17.72 in
Pierre Jeanneret PJ-R-09-A Bedside cupboard / 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 we see the principle of the Japan...
Teak
Rustic Wabi Sabi Bench, France, 19th Century
Located in Antwerp, BE
Rustic wooden bench that embodies a raw, rustic charm that speaks to the authenticity of folk art and the beauty of imperfection. With its weathered surfaces and simple construction,...
Wood
George Nakashima Conoid Lounge Chairs
By Sakura Seisakusho, George Nakashima
Located in Dallas, TX
Experience timeless elegance with this beautiful pair of Conoid Lounge chairs by George Nakashima, crafted by the only authorized manufacturer of Nakashima furniture outside of the U...
Upholstery, Hickory, Walnut
$23,636
H 18.12 in W 53.94 in D 17.72 in
Pierre Jeanneret - Authentic PJ-R-14-A c. 1857–58 Low Cupboard
By Pierre Jeanneret
Located in Hasselt, VLI
Authentic PJ-R-14-A Storage Unit or Low Cupboard, c. 1957–58 by Pierre Jeanneret. Designed for the Secretariat (1958) and various administrative buildings. It has four doors equipped...
Metal
Pierre Jeanneret Chair in Cowhide
By Pierre Jeanneret
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pierre Jeanneret Chair in Cowhide.
Cowhide, Rosewood
Pierre Jeanneret - Authentic PJ-TAT-08-B
By Pierre Jeanneret
Located in Hasselt, VLI
Teak Library Table circa 1955–56 by Pierre Jeanneret - model PJ-TAT-08-B This model was produced in several variants and dimensions for Chandigarh’s public institutions. The detacha...
Teak
$46,977
H 5.52 in W 21.66 in D 16.15 in
Le Corbusier - LCII Sheet-Metal Wall Lamp - Ahmedabad Grand Model
By Le Corbusier
Located in Hasselt, VLI
Sheet-metal rare wall lamp, called LCII “Ahmedabad Grand Model” by Le Corbusier - Blue-grey lacquer. The LCII lamp by Le Corbusier is sourced from the city of Chandigarh (UNESCO worl...
Sheet Metal
$116,000 / set
H 27.5 in W 23 in D 32 in
Pierre Jeanneret Fireside Chairs, Teak & Cowhide, Art Deco, 1955-56
By Pierre Jeanneret
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pierre Jeanneret Fireside Chairs, Taupe hide
Cowhide, Teak
$8,000
H 15.75 in W 16.93 in D 11.82 in
Pierre Jeanneret PJ-SI-34-A A-Legs Cane Stool / 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...
Cane, Teak
$8,000
H 15.75 in W 16.93 in D 11.82 in
Pierre Jeanneret A-Legs Cane Stool Authentic Mid-Century Modern PJ-SI-34-A
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...
Cane, Teak
Lövo table Axel Einar Hjorth 1930's/40's
By Axel Einar Hjorth
Located in Uccle, BE
Can be used as a small dining table or a desk. Lovö” dining table by Axel Einar Hjorth, made from solid pine in a clean, rustic design. Beautiful woodgrain. “Lovö” is one of the seri...
Pine
$13,300
H 29.93 in W 35.83 in D 12.8 in
Pierre Jeanneret Pj-R-27-B File Rack / Authentic Mid-Century Modern
By Pierre Jeanneret
Located in Zürich, CH
Here we see the principle of the Japanese wabi-sabi, which refers to embracing imperfections and underlining impermanence. Rustic aspects, simplicity, modesty, and austerity offer a ...
Teak
$54,400Sale Price|20% Off
H 27 in W 21 in D 31 in
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 Easy Chair
By Pierre Jeanneret
Located in Soho, London, GB
Iconic easy chair by Pierre Jeanneret from the administrative offices of Chandigarh, India. Restored and recaned in natural cane.
Cane, Teak
$48,000
H 23.63 in W 60.24 in D 30.32 in
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
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