Tonneau Chair

In 1954 Pierre Guariche invented the first moulded plywood chair: the “Tonneau”. Seeing himself first as an architect, he also designed many private and public spaces as well as seve...

Vintage "Tonneau" chair designed by Pierre Guariche in 1954 and sold by "Steiner".

Rare Tonneau chair by Pierre Guariche for Steiner. Made in France, 1954.

A pair of "Tonneau" chairs by Pierre Guariche upholstered in dark gray wool fabric with black enameled legs.

Set of 6 'Tonneau' chairs by Pierre Guariche

Set of 6 leather Tonneau chairs by Pierre Guariche, 1950s.

Set of 6 Tonneau chairs by Pierre Guariche (1926-1995) for Steiner, Paris.

"Tonneau" chairs, 8 available, recently upholstered in grey velvet.

Set of 8 (eight) Tonneau chairs by Pierre Guariche (1926-1995) for Steiner.

A Pierre Guariche cast aluminium "Tonneau" chair dating from the 1950s. With the metal being cast there is a rawness and imperfect finish to the seat that adds wonderful character.

Tonneau chair designed by Pierre Guariche in the late 1950s, produced by Steiner.

Single chair with back lacquer and leatherette seat, Steiner edition.    

original

Beautiful set of six original “Tonneau” chairs, designed by Pierre Guariche and produced by Steiner in France during the 1950s.

Series of 6 chairs in black skai stamped Steiner. Seat height: 44cm Wear due to time and age of chairs (see photo).   

Set of 4 chairs in wood and metal in black color. Stamped Steiner under the seat. Wear due to time and age of the chairs. Seat height: 44cm

Vintage Tonneau dining chairs designed by Pierre Guariche.

Original from the 1950's , edition Steiner

Set of 6 black leather chairs. Small wear and tear due to time (see photo).

"Tonneau" Chair released by Steiner. A product designed by Pierre Guariche in 1954.

A group of six "Tonneau" chairs by Pierre Guariche upholstered in ivory wool fabric on the interior, teal wool exterior with black enameled legs.

Set of four Tonneau chairs by Pierre Guariche; signed. The original leather and lacquered steel structures are superb!

Rare set of Pierre Guariche bentwood signature "Tonneau" chairs manufactured by Steiner, 1954. (1st series) Bentwood seats with wood legs and open back.

Rare variant of the classic tonneau chair from the 1950's

A rare set of 3 original Pierre Guariche aluminum Tulip / Tulipe (sometimes listed as "Tonneau") chairs with black varnished iron legs.

Its curved shell offers a very comfortable sitting position. This chair is sometimes listed as "Tonneau" chair. In overall good vintage condition, some signs of wear.

All-original bent plywood Tonneau chairs by Pierre Guariche, Edition Steiner, 1954.

Pierre Guariche, attributed to. “Amsterdam” chair or “Tonneau” chair composed by a steamed molded blue lacquered plywood hull with an oval hole on the bottom back.

Incredible set of cast aluminum chairs by Pierre Guariche. Sculpted and curved aluminum seat with cut-out sits on sleek 4 leg black metal base. Sold in a set of 4. Incredible as dini...

Incredible cast aluminum chairs by Pierre Guariche. Sculpted and curved aluminum seat with cut-out sits on sleek four leg black metal base. 8 available and priced individually.

That same year, Guariche began designing for Steiner, a collaboration that led to Guariche’s famous Tulipe Chair (1953), Vampire Chair (1954), and Amsterdam/Tonneau Chair (1954).

That same year, Guariche began designing for Steiner, a collaboration that led to Guariche’s famous Tulipe Chair (1953), Vampire Chair (1954), and Amsterdam/Tonneau Chair (1954).

That same year, Guariche began designing for Steiner, a collaboration that led to Guariche’s famous Tulipe Chair (1953), Vampire Chair (1954), and Amsterdam/Tonneau Chair (1954).

That same year, Guariche began designing for Steiner—a collaboration that led to Guariche’s famous Tulipe Chair (1953), Vampire Chair (1954), and Amsterdam/Tonneau Chair (1954).

Incredible cast aluminum chair by Pierre Guariche. Sculpted seat sits on sleek 4 leg black metal base. Set of 4 available at a package price. Perfect single statement chair.

That same year, Guariche began designing for Steiner—a collaboration that led to Guariche’s famous Tulipe Chair (1953), Vampire Chair (1954), and Amsterdam/Tonneau Chair (1954).

French Mid-Century Modern brown leather and black metal chair Tonneau by Guariche, 1950s Chair model Tonneau with curved seat and back in brown leather.

original corduroy upholstery - minor losses on upholstery - wood structure needs light refinishing

That same year, Guariche began designing for Steiner—a collaboration that led to Guariche’s famous Tulipe Chair (1953), Vampire Chair (1954), and Amsterdam/Tonneau Chair (1954).

His designs have become legendary, such as the Tonneau chair (1953 and 1954), the Tulipe chair (1956) and the Président desk (1961).

Fantastisches 5er Set Pierre Guariche für Maison Du Monde Modell „Amsterdam“ Reedition der „Tonneau“ Stühle für Steiner aus den 1950er in Leder und schwarzem Stahlrohrgestell, Frankr...

Rare suite of nine chairs Tonneau first edition designed by French designer Pierre Guariche.

Set of four molded plywood chairs, attributed to Pierre Guariche are newly upholstered in red alcantara high-quality fabric with black lacquered metal legs. The chairs are from 1954 ...

His collaborations with renowned brands such as Steiner and Meurop gave birth to iconic pieces of modern design, such as the "Tonneau" chair and the "Tulipe" chair. Guariche also lef...

His creations, such as the Tonneau chair (1953 and 1954), the Tulipe chair (1956) and the Président desk (1961), have become legendary pieces.

His creations, such as the Tonneau chair (1953 and 1954), the Tulipe chair (1956) and the Président desk (1961), have become legendary pieces.

Wood and metal were rationed in the years following the war and Guariche learned to do more with less. His chairs of the early 1950s include several designs with narrow, softly angul...

He designed the innovative chair called "tonneau", with a plastic and aluminum version in 1953 and a bent plywood version in 1954.

Rare French Tonneau chair by Pierre Guariche for Steiner. Made of pink velvet.

Set of 4 Pierre Guariche "Tonneau" chairs with white plastic shell seating and black enameled metal Frame.

A ‘Tonneau’ chair designed by Pierre Guariche for Steiner in the 1950s.

A cast aluminium Tonneau Chair designed by Pierre Guariche in the 1950s.

A Pierre Guariche cast aluminium "Tonneau" chair dating from the 1950s. With the metal being cast there is a rawness and imperfect finish to the seat that adds wonderful character.

Afra & Tobia Scarpa "Monk" dining chairs for Molteni, cognac leather and beech, Italy, 1974, set of two. The particular feature of this model is the support structure composed o...

A set of six fine French Mid-Century solid walnut side chairs with a lattice back, in the manner of Jacques Adnet.

MP-81 lounge chairs by Percival Lafer, designed in the 1970s, exemplary pieces of Brazilian mid-century modern design. These chairs feature beautifully restored red leather paired wi...

Rare pair of early 1930s Swedish pine armchairs. These chairs combine sculptural presence with refined materials — solid pine frames with rich grain and original olive-green velvet u...