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 Sandoz Stool / Authentic Mid-Century Modern Paris, 1968
By Charlotte Perriand
Located in Zürich, CH
This pine stool by Charlotte Perriand, known as the Sandoz stool, was first created in 1955 and later used in her own chalet in Méribel. The design is reduced and solid — a thick, ro...
Pine
$1,845
H 16.54 in W 17.72 in D 11.82 in
Charlotte Perriand Mid-Century Pine Stool, Les Arcs Ski Resort, 1960s
By Charlotte Perriand
Located in Almelo, NL
Charlotte Perriand Mid-Century Pine Stool, Les Arcs Ski Resort, 1960s This original pine stool was designed by Charlotte Perriand in the 1960s for Les Arcs, the renowned ski resort ...
Pine
Charlotte Perriand Berger Wood Stool by Cassina, Mid-Century Modern
By Charlotte Perriand, Cassina
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Stool model Berger designed by Charlotte Perriand in 1953-61. Relaunched by Cassina in 2011. Manufactured by Cassina in Italy. Reclaiming simple materials and basic shapes, with an eye to architecture and mountain life, led to the creation of two historic design low table-stools inspired respectively by the milking stool used by mountain shepherds in the French town much loved by the author. Placed individually or in lively arrangements, the two low tables bring the pleasing lightness of solid wood to indoor settings emphasized by the continuity of the grain between the top and the edges and the countless natural variations in the wood. Each piece is made of unique solid wood, so every piece will be different from one another and not exactly as the one on the photos. Both pieces are inspired by the mountains. While the latter takes its name from the milking-stool used by alpine shepherds, the former is inspired by the French locality much loved by designer and architect Charlotte Perriand. These furnishing accessories stand out for the honesty of their simple shapes and for the concrete expression of their materials and function. The turned seat meets the stylised legs both in the Tabouret...
Wood
$1,805Sale Price / set|30% Off
H 30 in W 20.75 in D 18.5 in
Rustic French Mid-Century Modern Dining Chairs, Style of Charlotte Perriand
By Charlotte Perriand
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A beautifully worn set of four handcrafted dining chairs, likely of French origin, dating to the mid-20th century. These chairs exhibit the timeless charm and utilitarian elegance as...
Wood, Rush
$2,766 / item
H 18.12 in W 20.08 in D 14.97 in
Charlotte Perriand LC9 Stool, Rattan & Steel, Mid-Century Modern
By Charlotte Perriand, Cassina
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Stool designed by Charlotte Perriand in 1927. Relaunched by Cassina in 1973/2014. Manufactured by Cassina in Italy. Designed by Charlotte Perriand and part of the LC collection by...
Steel
$7,600 / set
H 16.62 in W 17.5 in D 11.75 in
Charlotte Perriand, Stools for Les Arcs, Pine, France, 1968
By Charlotte Perriand
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of pine stools, designed and produced by Charlotte Perriand, France, 1968. Designed for Les Arcs ski resort. Wood presents with a heavy loss to lacquer Wood presents with mo...
Pine
$325
H 19.875 in W 13.5 in D 13.5 in
Dutch Mid-Century Charlotte Perriand Style Stool with Woven Rope Seat
By Charlotte Perriand
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Dark brown wood stool in the manner of Charlotte Perriand, featuring a hand-woven natural rope seat set within a clean square-section frame. Four slightly protruding corner posts anc...
Rope, Wood
$1,850
H 15.75 in W 17.72 in D 11.82 in
Charlotte Perriand Mid-Century Pine Stool, Les Arcs Ski Resort, 1960s
By Charlotte Perriand
Located in Almelo, NL
Charlotte Perriand Mid-Century Pine Stool, Les Arcs Ski Resort, 1960s This original pine stool was designed by Charlotte Perriand in the 1960s for Les Arcs, the renowned ski resort ...
Pine
$1,845
H 16.54 in W 17.72 in D 11.82 in
Charlotte Perriand Mid-Century Pine Stool, Les Arcs Ski Resort, 1960s
By Charlotte Perriand
Located in Almelo, NL
Charlotte Perriand Pine Stool for Les Arcs Ski Resort, France, 1960s – 1 Available Designed by Charlotte Perriand for the Les Arcs ski resort in Savoie, France during the 1960s, thi...
Pine
$1,648 / item
H 14.97 in Dm 13 in
Charlotte Perriand Meribel Wood Stool by Cassina, Walnut, Mid-Century
By Charlotte Perriand, Cassina
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Stool model Meribel designed by Charlotte Perriand in 1953-61. American walnut. Relaunched by Cassina in 2011. Manufactured by Cassina in Italy. Reclaiming simple materials and basic shapes, with an eye to architecture and mountain life, led to the creation of two historic design low table-stools inspired respectively by the milking stool used by mountain shepherds in the French town much loved by the author. Placed individually or in lively arrangements, the two low tables bring the pleasing lightness of solid wood to indoor settings emphasized by the continuity of the grain between the top and the edges and the countless natural variations in the wood. Each piece is made of unique solid wood, so every piece will be different from one another and not exactly as the one on the photos. Both pieces are inspired by the mountains. While the latter takes its name from the milking-stool used by alpine shepherds, the former is inspired by the French locality much loved by designer and architect Charlotte Perriand. These furnishing accessories stand out for the honesty of their simple shapes and for the concrete expression of their materials and function. The turned seat meets the stylised legs both in the Tabouret Berger...
Aluminum
Charlotte Perriand Berger Wood Stool by Cassina, Mid-Century Modern
By Charlotte Perriand, Cassina
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Stool model Berger designed by Charlotte Perriand in 1953-61. Relaunched by Cassina in 2011. Manufactured by Cassina in Italy. Reclaiming simple materials and basic shapes, with an eye to architecture and mountain life...
Aluminum
Charlotte Perriand Berger Wood Stool by Cassina, Mid-Century Modern
By Charlotte Perriand, Cassina
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Stool model Berger designed by Charlotte Perriand in 1953-1961. Relaunched by Cassina in 2011. Manufactured by Cassina in Italy. Reclaiming simple materials and basic shapes, with ...
Aluminum
Dutch Mid-Century White Painted Wood Stool, Charlotte Perriand Style
By Charlotte Perriand
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Dutch Mid-Century stool with a white-painted cylindrical wood frame and hand-woven rush seat. Four round legs are connected by stretchers and topped with small square cap blocks at e...
Rush, Rope, Wood
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H 31.89 in W 17.72 in D 17.33 in
Original set of four ‘Dordogne’ chairs by Charlotte Perriand for Sentou, 1960s
By Charlotte Perriand, Robert Sentou
Located in Antwerp, BE
An exceptional set of four Dordogne dining chairs selected by Charlotte Perriand for Robert Sentou in France during the 1960s. Exemplifying Perriand’s enduring commitment to authenti...
Straw, Ash
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H 31.89 in W 17.72 in D 17.33 in
Original set of four ‘Dordogne’ chairs by Charlotte Perriand for Sentou, 1960s
By Charlotte Perriand, Robert Sentou
Located in Antwerp, BE
An exceptional set of four Dordogne dining chairs selected by Charlotte Perriand for Robert Sentou in France during the 1960s. Exemplifying Perriand’s enduring commitment to authenti...
Straw, Ash
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H 31.89 in W 17.72 in D 17.33 in
Original set of six ‘Dordogne’ chairs by Charlotte Perriand for Sentou, 1960s
By Charlotte Perriand, Robert Sentou
Located in Antwerp, BE
Exceptional set of six ‘Dordogne’ dining chairs selected by Charlotte Perriand for Sentou, France 1960s. These chairs features ash wooden frames and has beautifully woven straw seat...
Straw, Ash
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H 25 in W 23 in D 25 in
LC1 Sling Basculant Cow Hide Chair Le Corbusier Jeanneret & Perriand Cassina
By Charlotte Perriand, Le Corbusier, Cassina, Pierre Jeanneret
Located in Portland, OR
An official licensed Le Corbusier LC1 Chair with cow hide produced by Cassina, signed & numbered, in excellent condition. The chair designed by ...
Stainless Steel
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H 31.5 in W 16.15 in D 16.93 in
Charlotte Perriand for "Les Arc" Set of 2 Original Leather side chairs, 1960
By Charlotte Perriand
Located in The Hague, NL
Set of 2 bar stools selected by Charlotte Perriand for the furnishing of the chalets in the luxury “Les Arcs” ski resort in France. Charlotte Perriand was a French architect and des...
Chrome
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H 31.89 in W 17.72 in D 17.33 in
Rare set of twelve ‘Dordogne’ chairs by Charlotte Perriand for Sentou, 1960s
By Charlotte Perriand, Robert Sentou
Located in Antwerp, BE
Important set of twelve ‘Dordogne’ dining chairs selected by Charlotte Perriand for Sentou, France 1960s. These chairs features ash wooden frames and straw seats and backs. Presented...
Straw, Ash
Set of 5 Original Perriand No 19 Bauche Chair Known Provenance!
By Charlotte Perriand
Located in London, GB
Excellent origin ! Purchase by the family in 1958 in Saint Jean de Luz What more do you want ! Perfect patine original straw Museum quality.
Straw, Ash, Pine
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H 31.89 in W 17.72 in D 17.33 in
Set of 2 ‘Dordogne’ dining chairs by Charlotte Perriand for Sentou, France, 1950
By Charlotte Perriand, Robert Sentou
Located in Antwerp, BE
Important set of 2 ‘Dordogne’ dining chairs by Charlotte Perriand for Sentou, France 1950s. These chairs features ash wooden frames and straw seats and backs.
Straw, Ash
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H 16.93 in W 61.42 in D 16.54 in
Pine Bench Les Arc by Charlotte Perriand, French Modernism, 1970s
By Charlotte Perriand
Located in Antwerp, BE
Pine Bench Les Arc by Charlotte Perriand, French Modernism, 1970s Pine bench designed by the French designer Charlotte Perriand in the 1970s. It is c...
Pine
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H 17.33 in Dm 12.21 in
Charlotte Perriand Sandoz Stool / Authentic Mid-Century Modern Paris, 1968
By Charlotte Perriand
Located in Zürich, CH
Charlotte Perriand counts as one of the masters of French modernist design together with Le Corbusier, Jean Prouvé or Pierre Jeanneret. Her works are highly valued until present time...
Pine
Lc7 Chair by Charlotte Perriand for Cassina, 1980s #3
By Charlotte Perriand, Cassina
Located in Renens, CH
Even though this chair is part of the “LC” collection in production by Cassina, the actual design of this piece was designed by Charlotte Perriand, together with the matching stool (...
Steel
LC7 Chair by Charlotte Perriand for Cassina, 1980s #2
By Charlotte Perriand, Cassina
Located in Renens, CH
Even though this chair is part of the “LC” collection in production by Cassina, the actual design of this piece was designed by Charlotte Perriand, together with the matching stool (...
Metal