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.
Wall mounted coat rack by Charlotte Perriand, France, 1970s
By Charlotte Perriand
Located in Tokyo, Tokyo
Designed by Charlotte Perriand around 1968 for the Les Arcs ski resort in the French Alps, this vintage wall-mounted coat rack epitomizes functional mid-century modernist design. Cra...
Wood
$475
H 7.5 in W 3.5 in D 4.25 in
Vintage French Mid Century Iron Double Wall Coat Hooks France - 1 available
Located in Los Angeles, CA
French iron double wall hooks - one available France, mid century Beautifully contrasted iron with brass accents creates a palette to please Angled iron upper arm is finished wit...
Iron
Audoux Minet French Rope Coat Rack
By Adrien Audoux and Frida Minnet
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Adrien Audoux & Frida Minet rope coat rack France, circa 1950’s Sculptural rope piece made up of three hooks, beautiful arches and coiled ends Beautifully worn in from years of love...
Rope
$2,527
H 13.5 in W 44.6 in D 7.5 in
Dutch Arts & Crafts Wall Coat Rack w. Carved Monkey & Stylized Birds Sculptures
Located in Lisse, NL
Stunning antique coat rack made of oak with stylish brass hooks. If you are a collector of handcrafted, early 20th century decorative art then this striking, sculptural coat rack co...
Brass
$5,500 / item
H 5 in W 48 in D 3 in
Brass Coat Rack Wall Mount Custom Hand Made Sliding Hooks Bronze Patina
Located in East Hampton, NY
Custom site specific sizes available (length and quantity of hooks) Stainless steel, brass, bronze, aluminum Hand applied patina finishes Hooks slide along a 1" diameter rod.
Brass, Stainless Steel
6 Wall Hooks, Italy, Around 1970s
Located in Wien, Au
6 Wall hooks Italy around 1970s Original condition the bigger one´s : Hight: 15cm Wide: 9cm Depth: 9cm smaller one´s: Hight: 6cm Wide: 9cm Depth: 5cm.
Metal
Atelier Leather and Iron Coat Rack, Red
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Beautiful five hook iron and leather wrapped coat rack. Each hook covered in red leather with white contrast stitching. Newly produced by Orange furniture...
Iron
Italian Designer, Coat Rack, Bamboo, Rattan, Italy, 1960s
Located in High Point, NC
A bamboo and rattan coat rack designed and produced in Italy, c. 1960s. Wear consistent with age and use Overall Dimensions (inches): 11.25"H x 11.0"W x 7.0"D All items ship from ...
Bamboo, Rattan
$480 / set
H 3.88 in Dm 4.5 in
Three Wall Coat Hooks and Cloth Hanger Sets Lucite and Brass, 1970s German
Located in Nuernberg, DE
Lot of three coat hooks and cloth hanger, 1970s German. Nice addition to your room, entry hall or just for your collection of design items. Made of brass and Lucite. They are in used...
Brass
Walt Disney Huey, Dewey & Louie Wall Mounted Brass Key Rack / Hooks
Located in Nuernberg, DE
A charming and highly collectible brass wall hook rack featuring Walt Disney’s beloved characters Huey, Dewey, and Louie, the famous nephews of Donald Duck. Crafted in solid brass wi...
Metal, Brass
Wall coat rack attributed to Umberto Mascagni
By Umberto Mascagni
Located in Lugo, IT
Wall coat rack attributed to Umberto Mascagni. Wood covered with imitation leather Good condition. Thank you
Brass
Italian Sculpted Rattan Magazine Wall Mounted Rack
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Italian sculpted rattan magazine wall mounted rack Italy, 1970s This piece is so fun! Wall mounted magazine holder has 4 sections for magazines or books Intricately woven rattan enc...
Iron
Aluminum Wall Coat Hooks by Oswald Haerdtl
By Oswald Haerdtl
Located in Vienna, AT
Aluminum coat, hat hooks, elegant shape and perfect quality. Designed by Oswald Haerdtl and made in Austria in the early 1950s. Original condition. Up to six available, price per p...
Brass, Chrome
Art Deco wall mounted coat hanger
Located in Chonburi, TH
Very nice Art-Deco wall coat hanger, with original patina.
Metal
French Retro Chrome Coat Rack, Mid-Century Modern, 7 Hooks, 1960s
Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight
French Retro Long Chrome hat and coat rack, This stylish 60s long hat and coat rack has seven double hooks and an upper railed shelf A ...
Chrome
Art Deco Style French Chrome Coat Rack, Hat and Coat Hooks
Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight
Art Deco style french chrome coat rack, hat and coat hooks Very stylish chrome Cloakroom hanging bracket The rack has 5 double swan neck hooks, these swing to the sides when requ...
Chrome
Wall mounted coat rack by Charlotte Perriand, France, 1970s
By Charlotte Perriand
Located in Tokyo, Tokyo
Designed by Charlotte Perriand around 1968 for the Les Arcs ski resort in the French Alps, this vintage wall-mounted coat rack epitomizes functional mid-century modernist design. Cra...
Wood
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H 66.54 in W 34.45 in D 4.34 in
Le Corbusier and Charlotte Perriand Wall-Mounted Coatrack, circa 1950
By Le Corbusier, Charlotte Perriand
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Coatrack designed by Le Corbusier and Charlotte Perriand manufactured in France around 1950. Oak and Iron. In good original condition, with minor wear consistent with age and use, pr...