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Pierre Guariche Furniture

French, 1926-1995

The architect Pierre Guariche was one of the leading modern furniture and lighting designers of postwar France. Guariche can, in some ways, be thought of as the French version of Charles Eames: with his lean and angular chairs and slender, sculptural table lamps, he helped introduce a new aesthetic to the country’s interiors — and he was an eager pioneer in the use of new industrial materials and production techniques that emerged in the 1950s.

Guariche studied at the École Nationale Supérieure des Arts Décoratifs in Paris (the national design academy) under René Gabriel — a designer known for his quality, mass-produced furnishings, who served as a director of the postwar Ministry of Reconstruction. Two years after graduating in 1949, Guariche opened his own design firm, and he was soon creating pieces for numerous companies, including the lighting manufacturer Disderot.

Wood and metal were rationed in the years following the war and Guariche learned to do more with less. His chairs of the early 1950s include several designs with narrow, softly angular wooden frames; others, like the Tonneau chair, feature a single piece of molded plywood set atop metal legs. His lamps of the period are likely his best-known works. They include delicate compositions of slender steel tubes, and more flamboyant pieces such as the Kite lamp, with its curved metal reflector panel.

Always on the lookout for new materials, Guariche spent several years in the mid-1950s operating a firm making furniture in fiberglass and other plastics, along with Joseph André Motte and others. After 1957 — when Guariche was named head of design for the Belgian company Meurop and given a brief to create stylish, up-to-date chairs and cabinets — he began to look to America for ideas.

In the mid-1960s, Guariche produced several lines of deeply upholstered, rounded lounge chairs inspired by the Space Age look, and gave them names like Jupiter, Polaris and Luna. While Guariche always kept pace with his times, throughout his career he showed a consistent talent for producing elegant, eye-catching forms using a minimum of materials.

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A MID-CENTURY-MODERN "Tonneau" CHAIR by PIERRE GUARICHE, STEINER, France 1950
A MID-CENTURY-MODERN "Tonneau" CHAIR by PIERRE GUARICHE, STEINER, France 1950

A MID-CENTURY-MODERN "Tonneau" CHAIR by PIERRE GUARICHE, STEINER, France 1950

By Steiner, Pierre Guariche

Located in PARIS, FR

A single and real iconic chair : the Modernist, Free Form, Mid-Century-Modern, Reconstruction, "Tonneau" chair in its finest aluminium version : 4 legs in black lacquered tubular met...

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1950s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Pierre Guariche Furniture

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Metal, Aluminum

Mid-Century Modern Bedside Table by Pierre Guariche, France, 1968
Mid-Century Modern Bedside Table by Pierre Guariche, France, 1968

Mid-Century Modern Bedside Table by Pierre Guariche, France, 1968

By Pierre Guariche

Located in VILLEURBANNE, FR

Bedside table designed by Pierre Guariche for the apartments of La Plagne and Bandol. This minimal and functional piece is made of U-shaped bent plywood, finished with a white lami...

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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Pierre Guariche Furniture

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Plywood

Large Pierre Guariche 'G25' Articulating Wall Lamp for Sammode Studio
Large Pierre Guariche 'G25' Articulating Wall Lamp for Sammode Studio

Large Pierre Guariche 'G25' Articulating Wall Lamp for Sammode Studio

By Sammode, Pierre Guariche

Located in Glendale, CA

Large Pierre Guariche 'G25' articulating wall lamp for Sammode Studio. Originally designed by Pierre Guariche, this iconic wall lamp is newly produced...

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21st Century and Contemporary French Mid-Century Modern Pierre Guariche Furniture

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Brass, Aluminum, Steel

Kite Floor Lamp by Pierre Guariche, Brass and Steel, Mid-Century
Kite Floor Lamp by Pierre Guariche, Brass and Steel, Mid-Century

Kite Floor Lamp by Pierre Guariche, Brass and Steel, Mid-Century

By Pierre Guariche

Located in Dronten, NL

A striking floor lamp by acclaimed French designer Pierre Guariche, exemplifying the elegance and functional sophistication of mid-century modern lighting. Known for his innovative a...

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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Pierre Guariche Furniture

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Brass, Steel

Large Pierre Guariche 'G61' Table Lamp for Sammode Studio
Large Pierre Guariche 'G61' Table Lamp for Sammode Studio

Large Pierre Guariche 'G61' Table Lamp for Sammode Studio

By Sammode, Pierre Guariche

Located in Glendale, CA

Large Pierre Guariche 'G61' table lamp for Sammode Studio. Originally designed by Pierre Guariche, this iconic luminaire is a newly produced authorize...

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21st Century and Contemporary French Mid-Century Modern Pierre Guariche Furniture

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Brass, Steel

Large Pierre Guariche 'G13' Wall or Ceiling Light for Sammode Studio in Black
Large Pierre Guariche 'G13' Wall or Ceiling Light for Sammode Studio in Black

Large Pierre Guariche 'G13' Wall or Ceiling Light for Sammode Studio in Black

By Sammode, Pierre Guariche

Located in Glendale, CA

Large Pierre Guariche 'G13' wall or ceiling light for Sammode Studio in black. Originally designed by Pierre Guariche, this iconic lamp is a newly produced authorized re-edition by...

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21st Century and Contemporary French Mid-Century Modern Pierre Guariche Furniture

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Aluminum, Steel

Large Pierre Guariche 'G1' Wall Lamp for Sammode Studio in Green
Large Pierre Guariche 'G1' Wall Lamp for Sammode Studio in Green

Large Pierre Guariche 'G1' Wall Lamp for Sammode Studio in Green

By Sammode, Pierre Guariche

Located in Glendale, CA

Large Pierre Guariche 'G1' wall lamp for Sammode Studio in green. Originally designed by Pierre Guariche in 1951, this monumental wall lamp is newly produced in an authorized re-ed...

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21st Century and Contemporary French Mid-Century Modern Pierre Guariche Furniture

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Aluminum, Brass, Steel

Vintage teak desk by Pierre Guariche, 1960s
Vintage teak desk by Pierre Guariche, 1960s

Vintage teak desk by Pierre Guariche, 1960s

By Pierre Guariche

Located in MONTESSON, FR

This vintage desk was designed by Pierre Guariche in the 1960s. The structure is in black lacquered metal. The feet are in wood. Cabinet and top are in teak. The table is in original...

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1960s French Vintage Pierre Guariche Furniture

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Metal

Pair of Bedside Tables by Pierre Guariche, circa 1968
Pair of Bedside Tables by Pierre Guariche, circa 1968

Pair of Bedside Tables by Pierre Guariche, circa 1968

By Pierre Guariche

Located in VILLEURBANNE, FR

Pair of nightstands with versatile design, serving as both nightstands and seats, they were conceived by the renowned French designer Pierre Guariche and was featured in both La Pla...

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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Pierre Guariche Furniture

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Plywood

G30 Floor Lamp by Pierra Guariche
G30 Floor Lamp by Pierra Guariche

G30 Floor Lamp by Pierra Guariche

By Pierre Guariche

Located in Los Angeles, CA

The kite: that was the name Pierre Guariche himself coined for this striking floor lamp. Its white lacquered perforated steel shade immediately catches the eye, clearly suggesting th...

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21st Century and Contemporary French Mid-Century Modern Pierre Guariche Furniture

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Metal, Steel

Large Pierre Guariche 'G1' Wall Lamp for Sammode Studio in Chalk
Large Pierre Guariche 'G1' Wall Lamp for Sammode Studio in Chalk

Large Pierre Guariche 'G1' Wall Lamp for Sammode Studio in Chalk

By Pierre Guariche, Sammode

Located in Glendale, CA

Large Pierre Guariche 'G1' wall lamp for Sammode Studio in chalk. Originally designed by Pierre Guariche in 1951, this monumental wall lamp is newly produced in an authorized re-ed...

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21st Century and Contemporary French Mid-Century Modern Pierre Guariche Furniture

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Aluminum, Brass, Steel

Pair of 'Visiteur' Easy Chairs by Pierre Guariche for Meurop, 1961
Pair of 'Visiteur' Easy Chairs by Pierre Guariche for Meurop, 1961

Pair of 'Visiteur' Easy Chairs by Pierre Guariche for Meurop, 1961

By Meurop, Pierre Guariche

Located in Antwerpen, VAN

Nice pair of ‘Visiteur’ or ‘Dusseldorf’ easy chairs designed by Pierre Guariche in 1961 and produced by Meurop in Belgium. This series consisted of modular chairs and sofas with or w...

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Mid-20th Century Belgian Mid-Century Modern Pierre Guariche Furniture

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Metal

Set of 6 Tonneau chairs by Pierre Guariche for Steiner
Set of 6 Tonneau chairs by Pierre Guariche for Steiner

Set of 6 Tonneau chairs by Pierre Guariche for Steiner

By Pierre Guariche, Studio A.R.P. (Joseph-André Motte, Michel Mortier and Pierre Guariche)

Located in Antwerp, BE

Set of 6 dining chairs ‘model Tonneau’ designed by Pierre Guariche and produced Steiner in France during the 1950’s. The frame features molded plywood shells that have been stained b...

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1950s French Vintage Pierre Guariche Furniture

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Beech, Plywood

G1 Wall Light by Pierre Guariche
G1 Wall Light by Pierre Guariche

G1 Wall Light by Pierre Guariche

By Pierre Guariche

Located in Los Angeles, CA

G1 wall light by Pierre Guariche. Current production by Sammode Studio designed and manufactured in France. Brass, enameled metal. Wired for U.S. standar...

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2010s French Mid-Century Modern Pierre Guariche Furniture

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Brass, Metal

Model "G2" Brass Floor Lamp by Pierre Guariche for Disderot, France 1950s
Model "G2" Brass Floor Lamp by Pierre Guariche for Disderot, France 1950s

Model "G2" Brass Floor Lamp by Pierre Guariche for Disderot, France 1950s

By Pierre Guariche, Disderot

Located in Utrecht, NL

This iconic model is known as the “Equilibrium” or “G2” Floor Lamp. The model is said to have been designed by Pierre Guariche in 1951. It is composed of a patinated lacquered metal ...

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1950s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Pierre Guariche Furniture

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Metal, Brass

Large Pierre Guariche 'G1' Floor Lamp for Sammode Studio in Chalk
Large Pierre Guariche 'G1' Floor Lamp for Sammode Studio in Chalk

Large Pierre Guariche 'G1' Floor Lamp for Sammode Studio in Chalk

By Pierre Guariche, Sammode

Located in Glendale, CA

Large Pierre Guariche 'G1' Floor Lamp for Sammode Studio in Chalk. Originally designed by Pierre Guariche in 1951, this iconic floor lamp is newly produced authorized re-edition by...

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21st Century and Contemporary French Mid-Century Modern Pierre Guariche Furniture

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Aluminum, Brass, Steel

Cast Aluminum Tulipe Chairs by Pierre Guariche for Steiner, Set of 4
Cast Aluminum Tulipe Chairs by Pierre Guariche for Steiner, Set of 4

Cast Aluminum Tulipe Chairs by Pierre Guariche for Steiner, Set of 4

By Steiner, Pierre Guariche

Located in Saint Paul, MN

A standard of French design, the Tulipe chair by Pierre Guariche has been a rising star and is approaching the desirability of his contemporaries' designs....

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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Pierre Guariche Furniture

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Aluminum

Rare Yellow Fiberglass Tulip Chair by Pierre Guariche for Steiner, 1950s
Rare Yellow Fiberglass Tulip Chair by Pierre Guariche for Steiner, 1950s

Rare Yellow Fiberglass Tulip Chair by Pierre Guariche for Steiner, 1950s

By Pierre Guariche

Located in Dronten, NL

A exceptional example of mid-century French design, this rare tulip chair was created by Pierre Guariche for Steiner and produced in fiberglass in the late 1950s. Guariche was known ...

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1950s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Pierre Guariche Furniture

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Steel

Rare and Important Model G320 Sconce by Pierre Guariche
Rare and Important Model G320 Sconce by Pierre Guariche

Rare and Important Model G320 Sconce by Pierre Guariche

By Pierre Guariche

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Model G320 Sconce by Pierre Guariche. Designed and manufactured in France, in 1956. Perforated steel concave shield plate, parchment paper backing, and a brass mounting armature. The...

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20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Pierre Guariche Furniture

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Brass, Steel

Set of ‘VOLANTE’ Side Tables for Steiner by Pierre Guariche
Set of ‘VOLANTE’ Side Tables for Steiner by Pierre Guariche

Set of ‘VOLANTE’ Side Tables for Steiner by Pierre Guariche

By Pierre Guariche

Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba

The "Volante" side table set was designed by renowned French designer Pierre Garliche for Steiner. Its light structure, combining a minimalist steel frame with a thin tabletop, symbo...

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1950s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Pierre Guariche Furniture

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Steel

Pair of Sconces Brass and Acrylic Pierre Guariche Lights, French Mid-20thCentury
Pair of Sconces Brass and Acrylic Pierre Guariche Lights, French Mid-20thCentury

Pair of Sconces Brass and Acrylic Pierre Guariche Lights, French Mid-20thCentury

By Pierre Guariche

Located in Labrit, Landes

French wall sconces black and red holders with golden chrome pair of lights. Wall Lights by Pierre Guariche famous French interior designer of the second part of the 20th century. ...

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1960s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Pierre Guariche Furniture

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Brass

Pierre Guariche for Burov 'Monaco' Sofa in Red Velvet and Mahogany
Pierre Guariche for Burov 'Monaco' Sofa in Red Velvet and Mahogany

Pierre Guariche for Burov 'Monaco' Sofa in Red Velvet and Mahogany

By Burov, Pierre Guariche

Located in Waalwijk, NL

Pierre Guariche for Burov, 'Monaco' sofa, velvet, stained mahogany, France, circa 1960 Pierre Guariche (1926-1995), a multi-talented French designer, interior decorator, and archite...

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1960s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Pierre Guariche Furniture

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Velvet, Mahogany

Tonneau chair by pierre guariche from the 60s in solid wood
Tonneau chair by pierre guariche from the 60s in solid wood

Tonneau chair by pierre guariche from the 60s in solid wood

By Pierre Guariche

Located in Ternay, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes

Tonneau’ chair from the 60s by French designer Pierre Guariche. All-wood model in moulded plywood. Very good vintage condition with a beautiful patina. The chair shows signs of age a...

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1960s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Pierre Guariche Furniture

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Wood

Lounge chairs of Pierre Guariche, FS105, France, 1950
Lounge chairs of Pierre Guariche, FS105, France, 1950

Lounge chairs of Pierre Guariche, FS105, France, 1950

By Pierre Guariche

Located in PAU, FR

Pierre Guariche - Pair of lounge chairs model FS105 with the original fabric. France, 1950 The structure is in oak

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1950s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Pierre Guariche Furniture

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Wood

Set of 5 Cognac Leather 'Tonneau' Chairs by Pierre Guariche
Set of 5 Cognac Leather 'Tonneau' Chairs by Pierre Guariche

Set of 5 Cognac Leather 'Tonneau' Chairs by Pierre Guariche

By Pierre Guariche

Located in Antwerp, Antwerp

This rare set comprises five 'Tonneau' chairs, originally designed by the renowned French designer Pierre Guariche in the early 1950s. The chairs feature elegantly molded plywood sea...

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1990s French Mid-Century Modern Pierre Guariche Furniture

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Metal

Pierre Guariche G2 balancier brass metal floor lamp 1951
Pierre Guariche G2 balancier brass metal floor lamp 1951

Pierre Guariche G2 balancier brass metal floor lamp 1951

By Pierre Guariche

Located in Paris, IDF

The floor lamp model G2, also known as "Equilibrium", is an iconic creation by Pierre Guariche dating back to 1951 and produced by Disderot. Its ingenious design is based on a metal ...

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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Pierre Guariche Furniture

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Brass

1950s Pierre Guariche Model G20 Ceiling Lamp for Disderot
1950s Pierre Guariche Model G20 Ceiling Lamp for Disderot

1950s Pierre Guariche Model G20 Ceiling Lamp for Disderot

By Disderot, Pierre Guariche

Located in Glendale, CA

1950s Pierre Guariche Model G20 Ceiling Lamp for Disderot. A quintessentially 1950s French design executed in perforated black painted metal with attractively patinated brass hardwar...

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1950s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Pierre Guariche Furniture

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Brass, Metal

Pierre Guariche 'G21' Adjustable Floor Lamp for Sammode Studio in White
Pierre Guariche 'G21' Adjustable Floor Lamp for Sammode Studio in White

Pierre Guariche 'G21' Adjustable Floor Lamp for Sammode Studio in White

By Pierre Guariche, Sammode

Located in Glendale, CA

Pierre Guariche 'G21' adjustable floor lamp for Sammode Studio in white. Originally designed by Pierre Guariche in 1951, this iconic floor lamp is newly produced in an authorized r...

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21st Century and Contemporary French Mid-Century Modern Pierre Guariche Furniture

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Aluminum, Brass, Steel

Troika Lounge Chairs Model by Pierre Guariche and Paul Geoffroy for Airborne
Troika Lounge Chairs Model by Pierre Guariche and Paul Geoffroy for Airborne

Troika Lounge Chairs Model by Pierre Guariche and Paul Geoffroy for Airborne

By Pierre Guariche, Paul Geoffroy

Located in Paris, FR

We're delighted to present this fantastic pair of Troika lounge chairs, designed by Pierre Guariche and Paul Geoffroy for Airborne in the 1960s, currently housed in our workshop in M...

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1950s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Pierre Guariche Furniture

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Chrome

Rare Set of 6 Pierre Guariche Tulip (Tulipe) Cast Aluminum Chairs, 1950s, France
Rare Set of 6 Pierre Guariche Tulip (Tulipe) Cast Aluminum Chairs, 1950s, France

Rare Set of 6 Pierre Guariche Tulip (Tulipe) Cast Aluminum Chairs, 1950s, France

By Pierre Guariche, Steiner

Located in Lewes, East Sussex

A rare set of 6 original Pierre Guariche cast aluminum Tulip / Tulipe (sometimes listed as "Tonneau") chairs, dating from the 1950s. This set comes from the collection of Yves Saint ...

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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Pierre Guariche Furniture

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Aluminum, Iron

Set of Five Dining Room Chairs designed by Pierre Guariche for Meurop, Belgium
Set of Five Dining Room Chairs designed by Pierre Guariche for Meurop, Belgium

Set of Five Dining Room Chairs designed by Pierre Guariche for Meurop, Belgium

By Meurop, Pierre Guariche

Located in Antwerp, BE

Set of five mid-century dining chairs designed by Pierre Guariche for Meurop in Belgium, 1950's. Featured in a black lacquered tubular metal frame with original upholstery in faux le...

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1950s Belgian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Pierre Guariche Furniture

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Metal

Six Pierre Guariche Coquillage Chairs
Six Pierre Guariche Coquillage Chairs

Six Pierre Guariche Coquillage Chairs

By Pierre Guariche

Located in Dronten, NL

White fiberglass shell chairs designed in the 1950s by Pierre Guariche. For a very short period the Coquillage or Scallop chair was reissued by Maisons...

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1950s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Pierre Guariche Furniture

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Steel

Pierre Guariche, Low Coffee or Side table, Galerie MAI, France, c. 1950s
Pierre Guariche, Low Coffee or Side table, Galerie MAI, France, c. 1950s

Pierre Guariche, Low Coffee or Side table, Galerie MAI, France, c. 1950s

By Pierre Guariche

Located in Hønefoss, 30

Side table designed by Pierre Guariche, produced by Galerie MAI in Paris, c. 1950s. Made entirely of oak with clean, functional lines. Early edition. Shows signs of age and use, incl...

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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Pierre Guariche Furniture

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Oak

Troika Grey Armchairs, France 1950's
Troika Grey Armchairs, France 1950's

Troika Grey Armchairs, France 1950's

By Pierre Guariche

Located in New York, NY

Pair of Troika Armchairs on Ski varian legs. In great vintage condition.

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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Pierre Guariche Furniture

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Cut Steel

Pair of Bedside Tables by Pierre Guariche, circa 1968
Pair of Bedside Tables by Pierre Guariche, circa 1968

Pair of Bedside Tables by Pierre Guariche, circa 1968

By Pierre Guariche

Located in VILLEURBANNE, FR

Pair of nightstands with versatile design, serving as both nightstands and seats, they were conceived by the renowned French designer Pierre Guariche and was featured in both La Pla...

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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Pierre Guariche Furniture

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Plywood

Pierre Guariche Vintage SK660 Armchairs Chairs
Pierre Guariche Vintage SK660 Armchairs Chairs

Pierre Guariche Vintage SK660 Armchairs Chairs

By Pierre Guariche, Steiner

Located in Lège Cap Ferret, FR

Pierre Guariche was born in 1926, son of a family of Parisian goldsmiths. He studied at the École nationale supérieure des arts décoratifs, where he was taught by René Gabriel. He graduated in the Spring of 1949. He became a member of the Union des artistes modernes (UAM). He joined the studio of another of his teachers, Marcel Gascoin. He began to exhibit his own work in the Salon des Arts Ménagers and the Salon des Artistes Décorateurs.[1] In the period after World War II (1939–1945) there was increased interest in using new methods and materials for mass production of furniture. Manufacturers of materials such as formica, plywood, aluminum, and steel sponsored the salons of the Société des artistes décorateurs. Designers who exhibited their experimental work at the salons in this period included Guariche, René-Jean Caillette, Joseph-André Motte, Jean Prouvé, Charlotte Perriand, Antoine Philippon and Jacqueline Lecoq Beautiful pair of SK660...

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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Pierre Guariche Furniture

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Metal

‘SK660’ Olive Green Armchair by Pierre Guariche for Steiner, 1953 - 2 Available
‘SK660’ Olive Green Armchair by Pierre Guariche for Steiner, 1953 - 2 Available

‘SK660’ Olive Green Armchair by Pierre Guariche for Steiner, 1953 - 2 Available

By Pierre Guariche

Located in Chicago, IL

Sold and priced individually. The iconic ‘SK660’ armchair was designed by Pierre Guariche for the esteemed French manufacturer Steiner in 1953. Capturing the spirit of postwar moder...

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1950s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Pierre Guariche Furniture

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Metal

Pierre Guariche G24 Table Lamp in Sand and White for Sammode Studio
Pierre Guariche G24 Table Lamp in Sand and White for Sammode Studio

Pierre Guariche G24 Table Lamp in Sand and White for Sammode Studio

By Sammode, Pierre Guariche

Located in Glendale, CA

Pierre Guariche G24 table lamp in sand and white for Sammode Studio. Originally designed by Pierre Guariche in 1953, this iconic lamp is newly pr...

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21st Century and Contemporary French Mid-Century Modern Pierre Guariche Furniture

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Metal, Brass

"G30 - The Kite" Floor Lamp by Pierre Guariche, France 1950s
"G30 - The Kite" Floor Lamp by Pierre Guariche, France 1950s

"G30 - The Kite" Floor Lamp by Pierre Guariche, France 1950s

By Pierre Guariche

Located in Utrecht, NL

Pierre Guariche is one of the most important designers of the French post-war period. Guariche is best known for the luminaires he designed, many of which feature details like hidden light sources, perforated metal surfaces and slender leg structures. With its clever construction, the “Kite” is a great example of the designer’s endless interest in technological innovation. Officially called model “G30”, this floor lamp was designed in the early 1950s. Guariche’s mid-century lights were created between 1951 and 1959, and are innovatively designed with a visible joy of experimentation. This is especially apparent in this model, featuring elements that may appear purely decorative, but on closer inspection turn out to be absolutely functional. The design is defined by the reflector, which also inspired the model’s nickname. Its white lacquered, perforated sheet metal reflector resembles a boat’s sail, and creates a filtered and soft light. This hidden illuminant and the glare-free light flow by means of the clever reflector provides atmospheric ambient light, while also giving the lamp a sculptural appearance. The light “sail...

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1950s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Pierre Guariche Furniture

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Metal, Brass

Pair of Bedside Tables by Pierre Guariche, circa 1968
Pair of Bedside Tables by Pierre Guariche, circa 1968

Pair of Bedside Tables by Pierre Guariche, circa 1968

By Pierre Guariche

Located in VILLEURBANNE, FR

Pair of nightstands with versatile design, serving as both nightstands and seats, they were conceived by the renowned French designer Pierre Guariche and was featured in both La Pla...

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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Pierre Guariche Furniture

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Plywood

Pierre Guariche Floor Lamp
Pierre Guariche Floor Lamp

Pierre Guariche Floor Lamp

By Pierre Guariche

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Rare Pierre Guariche "Cerf Volant" floor lamp model G30. France, 1951. Black lacquered metal feet, brass stem, black and white re-lacquered small metal shade, brass fixings. Bibliography - Patrick Favardin, "The decorators of the 50s", Éditions Norma, Paris, 2002, similar model reproduced on p.213 - C. & D. Krzentowski, "The Complete Designer's Lights II, 35 years of collections", Éditions JRP Ringier, Zürich, 2012, similar model reproduced on p.106 - Delphine Jacob, Lionel Blaisse, Aurélien Jeauneau, Pierre Guariche, Luminaires- Furniture-Interior Architecture, Éditions Norma, 2020, model reproduced pp...

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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Pierre Guariche Furniture

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Aluminum, Brass, Steel

Pair of Bedside Tables by Pierre Guariche, circa 1968
Pair of Bedside Tables by Pierre Guariche, circa 1968

Pair of Bedside Tables by Pierre Guariche, circa 1968

By Pierre Guariche

Located in VILLEURBANNE, FR

Pair of nightstands with versatile design, serving as both nightstands and seats, they were conceived by the renowned French designer Pierre Guariche and was featured in both La Pla...

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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Pierre Guariche Furniture

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Plywood

Desk 620 by Pierre Guariche ARP, 1960’s
Desk 620 by Pierre Guariche ARP, 1960’s

Desk 620 by Pierre Guariche ARP, 1960’s

By Pierre Guariche

Located in LYON, FR

Pierre Guariche Desk Model 620 1960s desk by Pierre Guariche ARP (plastic arts workshop) for Minvielle, made of mahogany and laminate. Clean lin...

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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Pierre Guariche Furniture

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Mahogany

Pierre Guariche Tonneau Dining Chairs in Stevie Howell "Reach" Fabric, Set of 6
Pierre Guariche Tonneau Dining Chairs in Stevie Howell "Reach" Fabric, Set of 6

Pierre Guariche Tonneau Dining Chairs in Stevie Howell "Reach" Fabric, Set of 6

By Pierre Guariche, Steiner

Located in SAINT LOUIS, MO

From Artsy: Designer and architect Pierre Guariche was an important voice in the modernist movement of post-war France. Guariche is perhaps best known for his work with the Belgian firm Meurop, where he designed high-quality affordable furniture, specializing in chairs and multi-Directional, articulated lighting. His laminated plywood Tonneau chair (1954) for Steiner is a Classic of the era. We love this set. We wanted something modern and black and white to complement the simplicity of the Tonneau's shape and the black lacquer. Stevie Howell...

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1950s French Modern Vintage Pierre Guariche Furniture

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Bentwood

Pierre Guariche G30 'Kite' Floor Lamp in Black and White for Sammode Studio
Pierre Guariche G30 'Kite' Floor Lamp in Black and White for Sammode Studio

Pierre Guariche G30 'Kite' Floor Lamp in Black and White for Sammode Studio

By Sammode, Pierre Guariche

Located in Glendale, CA

Pierre Guariche G30 'Kite' floor lamp in black and white for Sammode Studio. Designed by Pierre Guariche in 1958, this iconic floor lamp is newly produced in an authorized re-editi...

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21st Century and Contemporary French Mid-Century Modern Pierre Guariche Furniture

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Metal, Brass

Set of 3 MCM Brass & Lucite Wall Sconces by Pierre Guariche for Luminai
Set of 3 MCM Brass & Lucite Wall Sconces by Pierre Guariche for Luminai

Set of 3 MCM Brass & Lucite Wall Sconces by Pierre Guariche for Luminai

By Pierre Guariche, Luminaire

Located in Van Nuys, CA

Set of 3 wall lights by Pierre Guariche from the Luminaires lamp company with original sales tags. Crafted with a blend of brass and lucite, these lights feature a Googie-inspired st...

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1960s French Vintage Pierre Guariche Furniture

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Brass

Pair of end tables by Pierre Guariche for La Plagne, circa 1965
Pair of end tables by Pierre Guariche for La Plagne, circa 1965

Pair of end tables by Pierre Guariche for La Plagne, circa 1965

By Pierre Guariche

Located in VILLEURBANNE, FR

Pair of sofa end tables in varnished Oregon pine, designed by Pierre Guariche for Hôtel Le France in La Plagne, circa 1965. These end tables feature the clean, minimalist lines chara...

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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Pierre Guariche Furniture

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Pine

Pierre Guariche SK660 Armchairs in Cream Bouclé, France 1960’s
Pierre Guariche SK660 Armchairs in Cream Bouclé, France 1960’s

Pierre Guariche SK660 Armchairs in Cream Bouclé, France 1960’s

By Pierre Guariche, Siege Steiner

Located in New York, NY

Editions Steiner. Black lacquered feet. Freshly reupholstered in crème white bouclé by Bisson Bruneel. Brass necks at the junction of armrests and back.

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1960s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Pierre Guariche Furniture

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Brass, Steel

Aluminum Tonneau Chair by Pierre Guariche for Steiner, 1950s
Aluminum Tonneau Chair by Pierre Guariche for Steiner, 1950s

Aluminum Tonneau Chair by Pierre Guariche for Steiner, 1950s

By Pierre Guariche, Steiner

Located in Renens, CH

A cast aluminium Tonneau Chair designed by Pierre Guariche in the 1950s. The chair features a curved shell seat on a black painted metal base. The raw finish of the cast aluminum, wi...

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1950s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Pierre Guariche Furniture

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Aluminum

Fiberglass Chair by Pierre Guariche
Fiberglass Chair by Pierre Guariche

Fiberglass Chair by Pierre Guariche

By Pierre Guariche

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Gorgeous fiberglass chair by Pierre Guariche. Cream fiberglass frame sits on four iron legs. Great vintage condition and beautiful design. Great standalone piece. Fantastic piece of ...

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1950s French Vintage Pierre Guariche Furniture

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Iron

Small Pierre Guariche 'G13' Wall or Ceiling Light for Sammode Studio in White
Small Pierre Guariche 'G13' Wall or Ceiling Light for Sammode Studio in White

Small Pierre Guariche 'G13' Wall or Ceiling Light for Sammode Studio in White

By Sammode, Pierre Guariche

Located in Glendale, CA

Small Pierre Guariche 'G13' wall or ceiling light for Sammode Studio in white. Originally designed by Pierre Guariche, this iconic lamp is a newly produced authorized re-edition by...

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21st Century and Contemporary French Mid-Century Modern Pierre Guariche Furniture

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Aluminum, Steel

Pierre Guariche G30 'Kite' Floor Lamp in White for Sammode Studio
Pierre Guariche G30 'Kite' Floor Lamp in White for Sammode Studio

Pierre Guariche G30 'Kite' Floor Lamp in White for Sammode Studio

By Sammode, Pierre Guariche

Located in Glendale, CA

Pierre Guariche G30 'Kite' floor lamp in white for Sammode Studio. Designed by Pierre Guariche in 1958, this iconic floor lamp is newly produced in an authorized re-edition by Samm...

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21st Century and Contemporary French Mid-Century Modern Pierre Guariche Furniture

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Metal, Brass

Pierre Guariche SG10 Slipper Chairs SG10, France 1960's
Pierre Guariche SG10 Slipper Chairs SG10, France 1960's

Pierre Guariche SG10 Slipper Chairs SG10, France 1960's

By Pierre Guariche

Located in New York, NY

Rare pair of SG10 slipper chairs by Pierre Guariche for “Sieges Temoins", upholstered wood frame on bent enameled steel tubing bases

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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Pierre Guariche Furniture

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Metal

Fine Pair of Adjustable Trelax Chairs by Pierre Guariche, France, 1961
Fine Pair of Adjustable Trelax Chairs by Pierre Guariche, France, 1961

Fine Pair of Adjustable Trelax Chairs by Pierre Guariche, France, 1961

By Pierre Guariche

Located in Brussels, BE

Recovered in yellow velvet. Design by P.Guariche for Meurop in 1961. Litt.: Pierre Guariche by D.Jacob- L; Blaisse-A. Jeauneau. (Norma Editions) page 171.  

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1960s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Pierre Guariche Furniture

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Metal

Pierre Guariche 'G13' Wall or Ceiling Light for Sammode Studio in Black
Pierre Guariche 'G13' Wall or Ceiling Light for Sammode Studio in Black

Pierre Guariche 'G13' Wall or Ceiling Light for Sammode Studio in Black

By Pierre Guariche, Sammode

Located in Glendale, CA

Pierre Guariche 'G13' wall or ceiling light for Sammode Studio in black. Originally designed by Pierre Guariche, this iconic lamp is a newly produced authorized re-edition by Sammo...

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21st Century and Contemporary French Mid-Century Modern Pierre Guariche Furniture

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Aluminum, Steel

Pierre Guariche 'G60' Table Lamp for Sammode Studio
Pierre Guariche 'G60' Table Lamp for Sammode Studio

Pierre Guariche 'G60' Table Lamp for Sammode Studio

By Sammode, Pierre Guariche

Located in Glendale, CA

Pierre Guariche 'G60' table lamp for Sammode Studio. Originally designed by Pierre Guariche, this iconic luminaire is a newly produced authorized re-e...

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21st Century and Contemporary French Mid-Century Modern Pierre Guariche Furniture

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Brass, Steel

Small Pierre Guariche 'G13' Wall or Ceiling Light for Sammode Studio in Black
Small Pierre Guariche 'G13' Wall or Ceiling Light for Sammode Studio in Black

Small Pierre Guariche 'G13' Wall or Ceiling Light for Sammode Studio in Black

By Sammode, Pierre Guariche

Located in Glendale, CA

Small Pierre Guariche 'G13' wall or ceiling light for Sammode Studio in black. Originally designed by Pierre Guariche, this iconic lamp is a newly produced authorized re-edition by...

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21st Century and Contemporary French Mid-Century Modern Pierre Guariche Furniture

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Aluminum, Steel

FS 105 Loungers by Pierre Guariche, France 1950
FS 105 Loungers by Pierre Guariche, France 1950

FS 105 Loungers by Pierre Guariche, France 1950

By Pierre Guariche

Located in New York, NY

FS105 Armchairs for Steiner. Oak and original upholstery. COM upholstery available.

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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Pierre Guariche Furniture

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Oak

Prefacto side table by Pierre Guariche
Prefacto side table by Pierre Guariche

Prefacto side table by Pierre Guariche

By Pierre Guariche

Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR

Jolie table d’appoint dite prefacto, modèle crée en 1951 pour airborne.

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1950s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Pierre Guariche Furniture

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Metal

Large Pierre Guariche 'G13' Wall or Ceiling Light for Sammode Studio in Gray
Large Pierre Guariche 'G13' Wall or Ceiling Light for Sammode Studio in Gray

Large Pierre Guariche 'G13' Wall or Ceiling Light for Sammode Studio in Gray

By Sammode, Pierre Guariche

Located in Glendale, CA

Large Pierre Guariche 'G13' wall or ceiling light for Sammode Studio in gray. Originally designed by Pierre Guariche, this iconic lamp is a newly produced authorized re-edition by ...

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21st Century and Contemporary French Mid-Century Modern Pierre Guariche Furniture

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Aluminum, Steel

Pierre Guariche furniture for sale on 1stDibs.

Pierre Guariche furniture are available for sale on 1stDibs. These distinctive items are frequently made of metal and are designed with extraordinary care. There are many options to choose from in our collection of Pierre Guariche furniture, although brown editions of this piece are particularly popular. We have 137 vintage editions of these items in-stock, while there is 45 modern edition to choose from as well. Many of the original furniture by Pierre Guariche were created in the mid-century modern style in europe during the 20th century. If you’re looking for additional options, many customers also consider furniture by Charles Dudouyt, Ligne Roset, and Maison Charles. Prices for Pierre Guariche furniture can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these items begin at $362 and can go as high as $38,415, while a piece like these, on average, fetch $3,529.

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