Charlotte Perriand Chairs
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.
1990s Italian Bauhaus Charlotte Perriand Chairs
Leather
1960s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Charlotte Perriand Chairs
Pine
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Wood
1960s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Charlotte Perriand Chairs
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1960s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Charlotte Perriand Chairs
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1960s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Charlotte Perriand Chairs
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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Charlotte Perriand Chairs
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2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Charlotte Perriand Chairs
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1950s French Vintage Charlotte Perriand Chairs
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2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Charlotte Perriand Chairs
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1950s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Charlotte Perriand Chairs
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2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Charlotte Perriand Chairs
Steel
1960s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Charlotte Perriand Chairs
Straw, Wood
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Wood
2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Charlotte Perriand Chairs
Steel
Mid-20th Century French Modern Charlotte Perriand Chairs
Elm
1960s French French Provincial Vintage Charlotte Perriand Chairs
Straw, Ash
1940s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Charlotte Perriand Chairs
Rush, Wood
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Steel
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mid-Century Modern Charlotte Perriand Chairs
Steel
2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Charlotte Perriand Chairs
Steel
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Charlotte Perriand Chairs
Metal
2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Charlotte Perriand Chairs
Steel
Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Charlotte Perriand Chairs
Pine
Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Charlotte Perriand Chairs
Metal
2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Charlotte Perriand Chairs
Steel
Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Charlotte Perriand Chairs
Metal
2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Charlotte Perriand Chairs
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1920s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Charlotte Perriand Chairs
Steel
Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Charlotte Perriand Chairs
Metal
2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Charlotte Perriand Chairs
Aluminum
2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Charlotte Perriand Chairs
Aluminum
2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Charlotte Perriand Chairs
Aluminum
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mid-Century Modern Charlotte Perriand Chairs
Steel
2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Charlotte Perriand Chairs
Steel
2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Charlotte Perriand Chairs
Aluminum
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Metal
2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Charlotte Perriand Chairs
Aluminum
2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Charlotte Perriand Chairs
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- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 27, 2024Charlotte 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, 2024Charlotte 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 ExpertMarch 22, 2022To 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, 2022Charlotte 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 1, 2024Charlotte 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.