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.
Charlotte Perriand, Chaise longue basculante, B306 Lounge Chair, France, 1930s
By Pierre Jeanneret, Charlotte Perriand, Le Corbusier
Located in New York, NY
This iconic model designed by the young Charlotte Perriand, together with Le Corbusier and Pierre Jeanneret, was manufactured by Thonet-France from 1930 to 1937 and sold under the re...
Copper, Steel
Daybed Flavigny by Jean Prouvé, France, 1950s
By Jean Prouvé, Charlotte Perriand
Located in Antwerp, BE
Midcentury Modern; Modernist Design; Cité Cansado; Charlotte Perriand; Jean Prouvé; Modernism; S.C.A.L Daybed; Bed; 1950s; Mid-20th Century; Type Flavigny; Daybed type Flavigny, des...
Metal
Daybed by Charlotte Perriand for Méribel Les Allues, France, 1960s
By Charlotte Perriand
Located in Antwerp, BE
Daybed designed by Charlotte Perriand in the 1950s for the chalets of Méribel Les Allues, France. This piece of furniture is a testament to Perriand's timeless design ethos, combinin...
Wood, Pine
H 27.17 in W 78.75 in D 37.8 in
Italian Bamboo and Rattan Daybed, 1950s
Located in Chiavari, Liguria
This daybed has a calm and well-balanced presence, defined by its generous proportions and low, horizontal profile. The backrest and armrests are set at the same height, creating an ...
Bamboo, Rattan
H 21.66 in W 34.85 in D 77.56 in
Daybed with Mahogany Frame in the Manner of Charlotte Perriand, France 1950s
By Gianfranco Frattini, Cassina
Located in Berlin, DE
French daybed from the 1950s, defined by a clear, architectural mahogany frame and a refined sense of proportion. Newly upholstered, the piece reflects the postwar French approach to...
Metal
H 27 in W 64 in D 22 in
Le Corbusier for Cassina Lc4 Chaise Lounge in Pony Hide
By Pierre Jeanneret, Charlotte Perriand, Le Corbusier
Located in Seattle, WA
Charles-Édouard Jeanneret, or simply Le Corbusier (1887-1965), was a rock star. Alongside Marcel Breuer and Ludwig Mies van der Rohe, Le Corbusier was one of the leading architects o...
Steel
H 29.53 in W 58.67 in D 25.6 in
Charlotte Perriand Tokyo Chaise Longue for Cassina, Italy, new
By Charlotte Perriand, Cassina
Located in Berlin, DE
Prices vary dependent on the chosen material. Chaise Longue designed by Charlotte Perriand in 1940. Relaunched by Cassina in 2011. Manufactured by Cassina in Italy. Also available w...
Bamboo, Teak
H 35.44 in W 77.56 in D 25.6 in
Dutch 'Backbone' Chaise Longue in Teak
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Chaise lounge, teak, aluminium and fabric, The Netherlands, 1990s. This exceptional Dutch chaise longue features a seating area crafted from teak...
Steel
H 23 in W 82.75 in D 32 in
Luther Conover Unique Mohair Daybed, 1950s
By Luther Conover
Located in Coronado, CA
This striking and distinctive daybed was likely made by Luther Conover in the 1950s. The daybed features a black lacquered steel frame with a thick attached seat cushion and mahogany...
Iron
H 31.5 in W 18.9 in D 23.63 in
12 Les Arcs Dining Chairs Design by Charlotte Perriand for les Arcs France 1960s
By Charlotte Perriand
Located in Markington, GB
Stunning set of 12 chairs, difficult to find a set of chairs like this on any web site worldwide! designed by Charlotte Perriand for and used in the Ski Resort Les Arcs, circa 1960. ...
Metal
H 30.32 in W 80.32 in D 35.44 in
Newly Upholstered Daybed by Bonacina, Italy, 1950s
By Bonaccina
Located in Berlin, DE
Daybed by Bonacina in newly upholstered white fabric.
Fabric, Upholstery
H 29.93 in W 16.93 in D 17.72 in
Charlotte Perriand Meribel chair Steph Simon France 1950s
By Charlotte Perriand, Steph Simon
Located in Roosendaal, Noord Brabant
This exceptional ‘Méribel’ chair, designed by the iconic Charlotte Perriand (1903-1999) in the 1950s, embodies her pioneering approach to modernist design. Originally conceived durin...
Cane, Ash
H 34 in W 70 in D 32 in
Upholstered Daybed Chaise Longues
Located in Sheffield, MA
Graceful and inviting, the recamier chaise with arched back and rolled arm. The fainting couch is upholstered but it does show some ware. Although made in the Victorian period, it ...
Upholstery
H 16.54 in W 17.72 in D 11.82 in
Charlotte Perriand Pine Stool for Les Arcs Ski Resort, France, 1960s 2 Available
By Charlotte Perriand
Located in Almelo, NL
Charlotte Perriand Pine Stool for Les Arcs Ski Resort, France, 1960s Designed by Charlotte Perriand for the iconic Les Arcs ski resort in Savoie, France, during the 1960s, these pin...
Pine
H 23.63 in W 79.14 in D 33.47 in
"Locus Solus" daybed by Gae Aulenti for Poltronova, 1960s
By Poltronova, Gae Aulenti
Located in bruxelles, BE
Daybed, meridian with cushion in yellow fabric with white stitching and metal structure by Gae Aulenti. Model: Locus Solus. Wear due to time and age FOR SHIPPING, REQUEST US FOR RE...
Metal
H 22.84 in W 76.38 in D 33.47 in
Charlotte Perriand Daybed for Méribel Les Allues, France, c. 1950s
By Charlotte Perriand
Located in Hønefoss, 30
Charlotte Perriand daybed, originally designed for the ski resort chalets of Méribel Les Allues in the French Alps during the 1950s. Executed in solid pine with a low architectural f...
Linen, Pine
H 9.45 in W 74.81 in D 27.56 in
Charlotte Perriand Cansado Bench, Steph Simon, ca. 1962
By Charlotte Perriand
Located in VILLEURBANNE, FR
By Charlotte Perriand, a thirteen mahogany slats bench resting on black lacquered metal legs. It can also be stunning as a low table in a living room. The mattress and cushions have...
Wood
H 9.45 in W 74.81 in D 27.56 in
Charlotte Perriand Cansado Bench, Steph Simon, ca. 1962
By Charlotte Perriand
Located in VILLEURBANNE, FR
By Charlotte Perriand, a thirteen mahogany slats bench resting on black lacquered metal legs. It can also be stunning as a low table in a living room. The mattress and cushions have...
Wood
H 13 in W 77.17 in D 33.08 in
Pine sofa bed by Charlotte Perriand, Les Arcs 1970
By Charlotte Perriand
Located in VILLEURBANNE, FR
Sofa bed from the Résidence Nova in Les Arcs, designed by Charlotte Perriand as part of her large-scale project for the French Alpine resort. Made of solid pine, the slatted frame i...
Pine
H 13 in W 77.96 in D 33.08 in
Les Arcs Bench by Charlotte Perriand, circa 1973
By Charlotte Perriand
Located in VILLEURBANNE, FR
This example of a sofa bed was once part of the furnishings in the apartments of the iconic Résidence Nova in Les Arcs, a creation of the talented Charlotte Perriand. The structure...
Pine
H 9.45 in W 74.81 in D 27.56 in
Charlotte Perriand Cansado Bench, Steph Simon, ca. 1962
By Charlotte Perriand
Located in VILLEURBANNE, FR
By Charlotte Perriand, a thirteen mahogany slats bench resting on black lacquered metal legs. It can also be stunning as a low table in a living room. The mattress and cushions have...
Wood
H 22.84 in W 74.81 in D 31.5 in
Jean Prouvé SCAL Daybed & Aluminum Areator Panel, Charlotte Perriand N17 Stool
By Jean Prouvé, Charlotte Perriand
Located in Stockholm, SE
Rare French set of mid century iconic and important design pieces by Jean Prouvé & Charlotte Perriand. This set features an all original architectural wall mounted areator air alumin...
Metal, Aluminum
H 9.45 in W 74.81 in D 27.56 in
Charlotte Perriand Cansado Bench, Steph Simon, ca. 1962
By Charlotte Perriand
Located in VILLEURBANNE, FR
By Charlotte Perriand, a thirteen mahogany slats bench resting on black lacquered metal legs. It can also be stunning as a low table in a living room. The mattress and cushions have...
Wood
H 9.45 in W 75.6 in D 32.68 in
Charlotte Perriand Meribel daybeb
By Charlotte Perriand
Located in Grenoble, FR
rare bench by Charlotte Perriand for the chalets fitted out by Christian Durupt, and manufactured in Méribel les Allues in the 1960s. The handles are based on those of the Cité Radieuse...
Pine
H 14.18 in W 102.37 in D 27.56 in
Charlotte Perriand Cansado Bench with Drawer Steph Simon
By Charlotte Perriand
Located in VILLEURBANNE, FR
In the late 1950s, Charlotte Perriand was commissioned to undertake the design and furnishing of Cansado, a town in Mauritania. This mining settlement was purpose-built to house the ...
Wood
H 13 in W 77.96 in D 33.08 in
Les Arcs Bench by Charlotte Perriand, circa 1973
By Charlotte Perriand
Located in VILLEURBANNE, FR
A bench or bed that equipped the flats of the Nova residence in Les Arcs, furbished by Charlotte Perriand. The pine slatted base structure contains two rolling drawers accessible t...
Pine
H 13 in W 77.96 in D 33.08 in
Charlotte Perriand : Les Arcs Daybed, circa 1970
By Charlotte Perriand
Located in VILLEURBANNE, FR
This example of a sofa bed was once part of the furnishings in the apartments of the iconic Résidence Nova in Les Arcs, a creation of the talented Charlotte Perriand. The structure ...
Pine