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Christian Liaigre

French, 1943-2020

In his illustrious career, the French designer Christian Liaigre created furniture and private interiors with a minimalist and restrained sensibility that would become his trademark, but never at the cost of luxury. When he began designing furniture in the 1980s, Liaigre’s clean lines and no-frills approach caused a stir and was considered unusual for the era. But what Liaigre knew best was creating elegant, exquisite designs that would stand the test of time.

Liaigre studied at the École des Beaux-Arts and the École Nationale Supérieure des Arts Décoratifs in Paris. He initially began as a furniture designer, opening his studio in 1985 before he would move toward interiors. His bold, timeless pieces were made in France using luxurious materials such as marble and cashmere in a soothing palette of neutral tones that look fresh to this day. Later, Liaigre began to design private interiors — from homes of influential figures like Calvin Klein and Karl Lagerfeld to holiday homes, offices and the cabins of private yachts. He designed the interiors of the Art Deco–era Hotel Montalembert in Paris and became known in the United States for his design of the Mercer Hotel in New York City, which opened in 1997. Soon afterward, he found himself working for hotelier Ian Schrager.

To each of his interior design projects Liaigre brought his minimalist touch, which was born from his ability to distill a broad range of inspirations — from Brancusi sculptures and African art to Art Deco furniture — into simple, balanced forms. The modest beauty of his popular Nagato stool, a small and sculptural piece of seating designed in oak in 1986, represents this vision clearly and points to some more of Liaigre’s influences: the stillness found in Donald Judd’s minimalist art and many aspects of Japanese culture.

Liaigre, who earned comparisons to celebrated French designers Jean-Michel Frank and Jean Royère, was also known for his visionary use of natural and unconventional materials and is considered to be one of the first to use wenge, an African hardwood, in combination with traditional timber such as oak in his furnishings. Liaigre’s creative foresight has ensured that today he is one of the most influential and widely imitated designers of the 20th century.

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$6,701
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Christian Liaigre Misaine Dining Table
By Christian Liaigre
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Beautiful Liaigre black oak dining table, circa 2012. Originally from NYC Liaigre showroom for around $25,000. Recently refinished and looking beautiful. We have the Liaigre Veli...
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21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Christian Liaigre

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Oak

Christian Liaigre Misaine Dining Table
Christian Liaigre Misaine Dining Table
$12,000
H 28.75 in W 98 in D 43 in
Christian Liaigre “Velin” Dining Seating
By Christian Liaigre
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Fantastic dining seating set consisting of four leather dining chairs and a matching leather banquette. Color is blue/grey with black oak legs. This is the Velin model. Purchased ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Modern Christian Liaigre

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Leather

Christian Liaigre “Velin” Dining Seating
Christian Liaigre “Velin” Dining Seating
$16,000 / set
H 34 in W 72 in D 18 in
Minimalist Wenge Veneer Side Tables or Nightstands by C. Liaigre - 1980's
By Christian Liaigre
Located in New York, NY
Pair of 1980s wenge veneer side or bedside tables by Christian Liaigre. Sliding drawer on two stained wood strips, creating an elegant openwork frame around the drawers. In good used...
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1980s French Vintage Christian Liaigre

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Wenge

Spectacular Christian Liaigre “Augustin” Sofa in Blue Fabric
By Christian Liaigre
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Beautiful Christian Liaigre sofa in navy blue cotton blend fabric and luxurious back pillows. The mismatching pillows are intentional and part of the desig...
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21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Christian Liaigre

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Fabric

Christian Liaigre Ebonized Oak "Courier" Table - 10 feet
By Christian Liaigre
Located in Philadelphia, PA
We are pleased to present a 10-foot Christian Liaigre for Holly Hunt "Courier" Dining Table. Selling at approximately half of the retail price. Signed. This table features "eboni...
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21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Christian Liaigre

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Oak

Stunning Christian Liaigre “Editeur” Shelf
By Christian Liaigre
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Incredible lacquered massacre ebony shelf with metal frame by Christian Liaigre. Purchased from Liaigre showroom in NYC in 2012. Great overall condition. Retail price was approximate...
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21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Christian Liaigre

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Ebony

Stunning Christian Liaigre “Editeur” Shelf
Stunning Christian Liaigre “Editeur” Shelf
$14,000
H 93 in W 25.5 in D 14 in
Eric Schmitt for Liaigre Bomarzo Bronze Side Table
By Eric Schmitt, Christian Liaigre
Located in Astoria, NY
Eric Schmitt (French, b.1955) for Christian Liaigre "Bomarzo" Bronze Side Table, marked "ES pour C Liaigre" and "Figini Fondeur". 18.25" H x 15.5" Diameter. Provenance: Property from...
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2010s French Christian Liaigre

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Bronze

Set of 2 - Christian Liaigre "Pacha" Side Tables Ebonized Oak
By Christian Liaigre
Located in Philadelphia, PA
We are pleased to present a beautiful pair of Christian Liaigre "Pacha" black stained oak Geometric Side Tables. Purchased from Liaigre NYC showroom in 2012. The original retail ...
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21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Christian Liaigre

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Oak

Set of 2 - Christian Liaigre "Pacha" Side Tables Ebonized Oak
Set of 2 - Christian Liaigre "Pacha" Side Tables Ebonized Oak
$7,000 / set
H 22.35 in W 25.5 in D 25.5 in
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Christian Liaigre Sale Prices

Sold DateSold PriceCategoryMaterialCreation Year
2025$17,000Club ChairsFabric2010
2025$9,000Slipper ChairsSuede2005
2025$3,500Lounge ChairsHardwood2008
2025$12,500Dining Room SetsOak, Leather2015
2025$15,000Dining Room ChairsFabric, HardwoodLate 20th/Early 21st Century
2025$9,400BenchesBronze, FabricCirca 20th Century
2025$3,200SofasUpholstery, Wood2000s
2024$3,315Floor LampsBrassca 1980
2024$7,080SofasTextile, Mohair, Velvet, Woodcirca 2016
2024$2,050Console TablesWood, Oak2008
2024$5,525Dining Room Chairs, ChairsCane, Oak20th Century
2024$2,130Sofa Tables, Coffee and Cocktail TablesMahogany1999
2024$7,500Side TablesBronze, Carrara Marble, Gold2020
2024$5,020Dining Room ChairsUpholstery, Wood1987
2024$6,058Tables, Dining Room TablesOakcirca 2011
2024$1,200ArmchairsLeather, WoodCirca 2000
2024$2,000Ottomans and PoufsMetal, Leather1990s
2024$8,450SofasUpholstery, Hardwood2000s
$6,701
Average sold price of items in the past 12 months
$1,200-$17,000
Sold price range of items in the past 12 months

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Christian Liaigre furniture are available for sale on 1stDibs. These distinctive items are frequently made of wood and are designed with extraordinary care. There are many options to choose from in our collection of Christian Liaigre furniture, although brown editions of this piece are particularly popular. We have 8 vintage editions of these items in-stock, while there is 4 modern edition to choose from as well. Many of the original furniture by Christian Liaigre were created in the modern style in europe during the 21st century and contemporary. If you’re looking for additional options, many customers also consider furniture by Christian Astuguevieille, Didier Gomez, and Louis Durot. Prices for Christian Liaigre furniture can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these items begin at $1,300 and can go as high as $22,440, while a piece like these, on average, fetch $8,800.

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