Pierre Guariche Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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

$2,409 / set

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 Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Pine

Mid-Century Modern Sideboard by Pierre Guariche, Ash Wood, 1955

$9,500

Mid-Century Modern Sideboard by Pierre Guariche, Ash Wood, 1955

By Pierre Guariche

Located in Brooklyn, NY

This elegant mid-century modern sideboard features a refined ash wood structure, enhanced by two grey lacquered sliding doors and four functional drawers. The clean lines and balance...

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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Pierre Guariche Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Ash

Desk 620 by Pierre Guariche ARP, 1960’s

$2,085

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 Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Mahogany

Pierre Guariche desk in teak and lacquered steel, France 1960

$1,436Sale Price|45% Off

Pierre Guariche desk in teak and lacquered steel, France 1960

By Pierre Guariche

Located in LYON, FR

Let yourself be seduced by this emblematic desk by Pierre Guariche, a centerpiece of the 60s. With its neat and vintage aesthetic, it embodies French design, combining warm teak wood with a designer sculptural metal base with teak ends. This smart piece of furniture is designed for everyday life, with three cleverly designed drawers, one of which has a lock for secure storage of your most precious documents. The refurbished top is matt varnished, it offers a perfectly flat and protected surface. The desk has small marks of patina which enrich its character and authenticity. This Pierre Guariche desk...

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1960s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Pierre Guariche Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Teak

Teak Desk, Denmark, 1960s

$3,319

H 28.75 in W 59.85 in D 29.53 in

Teak Desk, Denmark, 1960s

Located in Chorzów, PL

Teak desk made in Denmark in the 1960s. There are 6 spacious drawers at the front, and at the back of the bar. Very good condition, after professional renovation. Dimensions: H 73...

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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Pierre Guariche Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Teak

Low Sideboard in Oak, Mid Century Modern, Made by a Danish Cabinetmaker, 1960s

$4,400

H 35.44 in W 82.09 in D 19.69 in

Low Sideboard in Oak, Mid Century Modern, Made by a Danish Cabinetmaker, 1960s

By Henning Kjærnulf, Hans J. Wegner, Arne Vodder, Kurt Østervig

Located in Odense, DK

A sculptural low rectangular classic sideboard / cabinet in oak with plenty of storage and a beautiful carved front design. Made by a Danish cabinetmaker in the 1960s. Four doors, i...

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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Pierre Guariche Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Oak

Pair of Chinese Elm Butterfly Handle Bedside Side End Lamp Wine Tables Cupboards

$2,703 / set

H 23.82 in W 21.07 in D 15.75 in

Pair of Chinese Elm Butterfly Handle Bedside Side End Lamp Wine Tables Cupboards

Located in West Sussex, Pulborough

We are delighted to offer for sale this lovely pair of Chinese elm side table cabinets with oversized brass butterfly doors A very good look...

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20th Century Mid-Century Modern Pierre Guariche Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Elm

Solid Pine Wood Display Cabinet Sideboard, Mid-19th Century

$9,455

H 94.49 in W 118.12 in D 19.69 in

Solid Pine Wood Display Cabinet Sideboard, Mid-19th Century

Located in Antwerp, BE

A Belgian mid-19th century, red painted store display cabinet. A large and imposing antique Canadian pine display cabinet vitrine, woodcarving in...

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Mid-19th Century Belgian Late Victorian Antique Pierre Guariche Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Wood, Pine

Pair of Nightstand Tables Bedside Cabinets Rattan & Massive Elm circa 1970

$1,737 / set

H 26.38 in W 25.2 in D 13.78 in

Pair of Nightstand Tables Bedside Cabinets Rattan & Massive Elm circa 1970

By Roche Bobois

Located in Labrit, Landes

French bedside cabinets nightstand of 1970s rattan and massive elm. One drawer and one niche on each side table. Typical design of the 1970's, this nightstandes have been made by ...

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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Pierre Guariche Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Rattan, Elm

Pierre Jeanneret Small Desk for the Chandigarh Project

$40,000

H 28.5 in W 54 in D 27 in

Pierre Jeanneret Small Desk for the Chandigarh Project

By Pierre Jeanneret

Located in Toronto, Ontario

The perfect little desk in solid teak by Pierre Jeanneret for the Chandigarh Project ca. 1960. Two v frame legs, with two double drawers with aluminum backed finger pulls. A super ...

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Mid-20th Century Indian Mid-Century Modern Pierre Guariche Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Teak

Ico Parisi Mid-Century Modern Jatoba Wood Credenza

$53,927

H 63.78 in W 43.31 in D 17.72 in

Ico Parisi Mid-Century Modern Jatoba Wood Credenza

By Ico Parisi

Located in Weesp, NL

Mid-Century Modern Jatoba wood Ico Parisi cabinet A spectacular bespoke trumeau designed by Ico Parisi and very likely produced by Ariberto Colombo, by special order only. Very few p...

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1940s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Pierre Guariche Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Brass

Pair of Walnut Nightstands by John Kapel for Glenn of California

$1,900

H 24 in W 28 in D 20 in

Pair of Walnut Nightstands by John Kapel for Glenn of California

By Glenn of California, John Kapel

Located in San Mateo, CA

Pair of walnut nightstands designed by John Kapel for Glenn of California. These feature a book or magazine holder on the inside of a large single door. The inside has one adjustabl...

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Pierre Guariche Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Laminate, Walnut

Pair of Night Stands by Edward Wormley for Dunbar

$10,500 / set

H 29.5 in W 20 in D 17.25 in

Pair of Night Stands by Edward Wormley for Dunbar

By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley

Located in Sagaponack, NY

A pair of ebonized 'French polish' mahogany nightstands with adjustable inner shelf and opposing hinges.

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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Pierre Guariche Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Brass

Mid-Century Modern Desk by Olsvaldo Borsani, 1960s

$8,628

H 30.32 in W 100.01 in D 48.43 in

Mid-Century Modern Desk by Olsvaldo Borsani, 1960s

By Osvaldo Borsani

Located in Brussels, BE

Mid-Century Modern Desk by Olsvaldo Borsani, 1960s

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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Pierre Guariche Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Metal

Pierre Jeanneret Pigeon Hole desk, 1957

$18,301Sale Price|37% Off

H 27.96 in W 47.64 in D 32.68 in

Pierre Jeanneret Pigeon Hole desk, 1957

By Pierre Jeanneret

Located in London, GB

Pierre Jeanneret, a key modernist figure and frequent collaborator with his cousin Le Corbusier, is known for iconic designs, including those created for the utopian city of Chandiga...

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1950s Indian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Pierre Guariche Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Leather, Teak

Pierre Chapo B19 Desk in Solid Elm, France, 1960s

$21,570

H 28.75 in W 86.62 in D 27.56 in

Pierre Chapo B19 Desk in Solid Elm, France, 1960s

By Pierre Chapo

Located in PARIS, FR

Rare B19 desk by Pierre Chapo, designed in the late 1960s and executed in solid French elm. This architectural piece features Chapo’s characteristic blend of functionality and crafts...

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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Pierre Guariche Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Wood, Elm

Previously Available Items

Shelving unit by Pierre Guariche for Negroni, La Plagne, 1960s

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H 93.31 in W 34.26 in D 15.75 in

Shelving unit by Pierre Guariche for Negroni, La Plagne, 1960s

By Pierre Guariche

Located in VILLEURBANNE, FR

Shelving unit designed by Pierre Guariche for the development of La Plagne ski resort, produced by Negroni in the 1960s. Made of pine wood, it features an open structure organized w...

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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Pierre Guariche Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Plywood

Serving cabinet, Le Corbusier, Pierre Guariche, Firminy, circa 1965

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H 58.27 in W 72.05 in D 21.66 in

Serving cabinet, Le Corbusier, Pierre Guariche, Firminy, circa 1965

By Pierre Guariche

Located in VILLEURBANNE, FR

Serving cabinet designed by Le Corbusier and produced by Pierre Guariche for the Firminy Housing Unit, circa 1965. This model is part of the Unités d'Habitation program developed af...

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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Pierre Guariche Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Wood

Modular Cabinet by Pierre Guariche for La Plagne, France, 1970s

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H 92.92 in W 12.09 in D 13.98 in

Modular Cabinet by Pierre Guariche for La Plagne, France, 1970s

By Pierre Guariche

Located in Tokyo, Tokyo

A rare modular cabinet designed by Pierre Guariche for the French resort project La Plagne. This versatile piece can be used horizontally as a low console, display bench, or TV stand...

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1970s French Vintage Pierre Guariche Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Wood

French Pierre Guariche executive desk for Minvielle, 1960'S

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H 29.53 in W 33.47 in D 66.93 in

French Pierre Guariche executive desk for Minvielle, 1960'S

By Pierre Guariche

Located in LYON, FR

1960s executive desk by Pierre Guariche ARP (atelier de recherches plastiques) for Minvielle in mahogany (1955) Simple design but very well-proportioned lines with its suspended ‘mah...

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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Pierre Guariche Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Steel

Pair of chests by Pierre Guariche for La Plagne, circa 1965

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H 15.75 in W 15.75 in D 31.5 in

Pair of chests by Pierre Guariche for La Plagne, circa 1965

By Pierre Guariche

Located in VILLEURBANNE, FR

Pair of Oregon pine chests, designed by Pierre Guariche for Hôtel Le France in La Plagne, around 1965. Each chest the clean, modernist lines characteristic of Guariche's work. Each...

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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Pierre Guariche Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Pine

Pierre Guariche Secretaire 1960

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H 45.67 in W 47.25 in D 18.51 in

Pierre Guariche Secretaire 1960

By Pierre Guariche

Located in Saint ouen, FR

Pierre Guariche - High sideboard/desk Edition Meurop Teak 1960 Dimensions : l120 x p 47 x H 116cm Ref : Price : 1800€.

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1960s Vintage Pierre Guariche Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Wood

Wall Mounted Cabinet by Pierre Guariche for la Plagne, circa 1968

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H 92.92 in W 12.6 in D 13.78 in

Wall Mounted Cabinet by Pierre Guariche for la Plagne, circa 1968

By Pierre Guariche

Located in VILLEURBANNE, FR

Hanging cabinet designed by Pierre Guariche: rectangular in shape, it is made of pine plywood with two white melamine hinged doors. Provenance: furniture designed by Pierre Guariche...

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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Pierre Guariche Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Plywood

Minimalistic 'Model 1260' cabinet by Pierre Guariche for Meurop, 1961

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H 34.26 in W 47.25 in D 19.3 in

Minimalistic 'Model 1260' cabinet by Pierre Guariche for Meurop, 1961

By Meurop, Pierre Guariche

Located in Ranst, VAN

Minimalistic 'Model 1260' cabinet by Pierre Guariche in 1961, made in Belgium by Meurop. It's crafted from warm teak wood with a modern twist from the black metal frame and aluminum ...

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Mid-20th Century Belgian Minimalist Pierre Guariche Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Metal, Aluminum

Pierre Guariche, High Sideboard/Desk Edition Meurop Teak, 1960

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H 45.67 in W 47.25 in D 18.51 in

Pierre Guariche, High Sideboard/Desk Edition Meurop Teak, 1960

By Pierre Guariche

Located in Saint ouen, FR

Pierre Guariche - High sideboard/desk Edition Meurop Teak 1960 Dimensions : l120 x p 47 x H 116cm Ref : Price : 1900€.

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1960s Vintage Pierre Guariche Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Wood

Pierre Guariche, Sideboard, France, circa 1960

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H 33.86 in W 70.87 in D 18.12 in

Pierre Guariche, Sideboard, France, circa 1960

By Pierre Guariche

Located in Nice, Cote d' Azur

Pierre Guariche, Sideboard, Edition Minvielle, Opening with 4 drawers and 2 lacquered sliding doors, Wood, France, circa 1960. Measures: 180 x 86 x 46 cm. The architect P...

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1960s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Pierre Guariche Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Wood

Mid-century Teak bookcase by Pierre Guariche for Meurop, 1960's

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H 44.1 in W 70.87 in D 12.6 in

Mid-century Teak bookcase by Pierre Guariche for Meurop, 1960's

By Pierre Guariche, Meurop

Located in Langemark-Poelkapelle, BE

Vintage teak bookcase by Pierre Guariche for Meurop in the 1960s. Nine spacious compartments to store or display your books, magazines.... Also ideal for displaying your collections....

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1960s Belgian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Pierre Guariche Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Steel

Modernist teak sideboard by Pierre Guariche for Meurop, 1960's, model "1864"

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H 33.86 in W 70.87 in D 18.51 in

Modernist teak sideboard by Pierre Guariche for Meurop, 1960's, model "1864"

By Pierre Guariche, Meurop

Located in Langemark-Poelkapelle, BE

Modernist teak sideboard by Pierre Guariche for Meurop in the 60's, model "1864". With aluminium handles and black metal legs. This sideboard consists of 2 doors and 4 drawers. Alumi...

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1960s Belgian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Pierre Guariche Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Metal

Pierre Guariche case pieces and storage cabinets for sale on 1stDibs.

Pierre Guariche case pieces and storage cabinets 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 case pieces and storage cabinets, although brown editions of this piece are particularly popular. Many of the original case pieces and storage cabinets 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 case pieces and storage cabinets by Meurop, Joseph-André Motte, and Marcel Gascoin. Prices for Pierre Guariche case pieces and storage cabinets can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these items begin at $1,231 and can go as high as $3,650, while a piece like these, on average, fetch $1,615.