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Charlotte Perriand Lighting

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
Charlotte Perriand "CP-1" Wall Lights-1962-
By Charlotte Perriand
Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba
Wall light-CP1-1962- by Charlotte Perriand CP1 / plastic base. Stamped Charlotte Perriand & StephSimon on the base. Screw hole part cracked.8 Designer: Charlotte Perriand Edition S...
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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Charlotte Perriand Lighting

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Plastic

One of 3 Philips Vintage Infrared Heat Lamp Charlotte Perriand HP 3603 Infraphil
By Philips, Charlotte Perriand
Located in Miami, FL
One of 3 Industrial French Architect and Designer Charlotte Perriand designed Mid-Century Modern Philips Heat Lamp, Desk Lamp or Table Lamp in different designs. Model Number HP 3603...
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1960s Dutch Industrial Vintage Charlotte Perriand Lighting

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Metal

Charlotte Perriand Table Wall Lamps for Philips Set of Three Red Spaceage Lights
By Philips, Charlotte Perriand
Located in Nierstein am Rhein, DE
Gorgeous set of three infrared "Infraphil" sun table / wall lamps or sconces designed by renowned French designer Charlotte Perriand for Philips in the 1950s or 1960s. Great midcentury or Space Age design, adjustable light position in a red anodized aluminum metal ring on an ivory or off-white color metal base. Several times marked Philips with light specifications, Type 7529 to bottom, original bulbs and all in Fine working order. The are each 24 cm / 9.45 inches tall, 25 cm / 9.84 inches wide, 16 cm / 6.30 inches deep and stay in very good original vintage condition. With more of these it is very easy to create your own wall art light installation...
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1960s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Charlotte Perriand Lighting

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Metal, Aluminum

Two Midcentury Charlotte Perriand Table Wall Lamps for Philips Red Lights Sconce
By Philips, Charlotte Perriand
Located in Nierstein am Rhein, DE
Gorgeous set of two infra-red "Infraphil" sun table / wall lamps or sconces ( one comes with its original box ) designed by renowned French designer Charlotte Perriand for Philips in the 1950s or 1960s. Great midcentury or Space Age design, adjustable light position in a red anodized aluminum metal ring on an ivory or off-white color metal base. Several times marked Philips with light specifications, type 7529 to bottom, original bulbs and all in fine working order. They are each 24 cm / 9.45 inches tall, 25 cm / 9.84 inches wide, 16 cm / 6.30 inches deep and stay in very good original vintage condition. With more of these it is very easy to create your own wall art light installation...
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1960s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Charlotte Perriand Lighting

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Set of Three Infrared Wall Sconces by Charlotte Perriand for Philips
By Charlotte Perriand
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Set of three infrared wall sconces by Charlotte Perriand for Philips. Designed by Charlotte Perriand in the early 1950s. These have ...
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Charlotte Perriand lighting for sale on 1stDibs.

Charlotte Perriand lighting are available for sale on 1stDibs. These distinctive items are frequently made of metal and are designed with extraordinary care. There are many options to choose from in our collection of Charlotte Perriand lighting, although black editions of this piece are particularly popular. We have 52 vintage editions of these items in-stock, while there is 42 modern edition to choose from as well. Many of the original lighting 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 lighting by Jacques Biny, Nemo Lighting, and Pierre Guariche. Prices for Charlotte Perriand lighting can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these items begin at $184 and can go as high as $18,000, while a piece like these, on average, fetch $1,225.
Questions About Charlotte Perriand Lighting
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    To 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, 2022
    Charlotte 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 27, 2024
    Charlotte 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, 2024
    Charlotte 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 ExpertFebruary 1, 2024
    Charlotte 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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