Pierre Jeanneret

Swiss, 1896-1967

If his famed cousin and longtime colleague Charles-Édouard Jeanneret — better known as Le Corbusier — was the visionary, then Pierre Jeanneret was the member of the architecture and design team who got things done. In recent years, Jeanneret has emerged from Le Corbusier’s shadow, as collectors have discovered his simple and striking chairs, benches, coffee tables and other furniture creations.

Jeanneret studied at the École des Beaux-Arts in Geneva and after he graduated in 1921 he became a partner in Le Corbusier’s office in Paris. The pair collaborated on numerous residential projects, most notably the Villa Savoye, the iconic modernist house in suburban Paris completed in 1931.

Jeanneret also worked with the great Charlotte Perriand on the Grand Modele line of tubular metal furnishings that was a sensation at the annual Salon d’Automne design expo in 1929. A rift developed between Jeanneret and his cousin during World War II, as the former joined the French resistance, while Le Corbusier cooperated with the occupying authorities in Vichy. The two did not work together again until 1950, when Le Corbusier persuaded Jeanneret to help execute the master plan for the new city of Chandigarh in Punjab, India. Jeanneret lived and worked there until the final years of his life.

A hallmark of Jeanneret’s furniture designs is his great sensitivity to materials. In contrast to the tubular-steel chairs produced by Marcel Breuer and other members of the Bauhaus, the chromed metal pieces designed by Jeanneret and Perriand — including such as the now-classic LC4 chaise longue and the Grand Confort lounge chair — have a sensuous, relaxed and welcoming look. Conversely, while Jeanneret uses essentially geometric forms for his wooden seating pieces, they exude warmth by nature of the material.

One of Jeanneret’s first manufactured designs in wood is the Model 92 Scissors chair, licensed by Hans and Florence Knoll when they were touring postwar France. But Jeanneret’s finest work in furniture was done in Chandigarh, and these are the pieces that have earned him recent renown.

Crafted of teak, the Chandigarh designs range from low-slung lounge chairs and armchairs with cane seats to desks and tables, most with Jeanneret’s signature drafting compass-shaped legs. Many such pieces on the market today are refurbished, having been found by dealers languishing in scrapyards in India in the late 1990s. Chandigarh is now taking better care of its modernist heritage, making available Jeanneret works all the rarer.

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Original LC4 Lounge Chair by Le Corbusier and Charlotte Perriand for Cassina

$5,550

H 27.5 in W 22.5 in D 63 in

Original LC4 Lounge Chair by Le Corbusier and Charlotte Perriand for Cassina

By Pierre Jeanneret, Charlotte Perriand, Le Corbusier, Cassina, Le Corbusier, Pierre Jeanneret, Charlotte Perriand Cassina

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Original LC4 Lounge Chair by Le Corbusier and Charlotte Perriand for Cassina. Tubular chrome frame, black base, adjustable reclining positions, and ergonomic form. Stamped with the C...

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Late 20th Century French Modern Pierre Jeanneret

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Chrome, Steel

Pierre Jeanneret - Authentic PJ-TAT-08-B

$204,930

H 28.75 in W 97.25 in D 47.84 in

Pierre Jeanneret - Authentic PJ-TAT-08-B

By Pierre Jeanneret

Located in Hasselt, VLI

Teak Library Table circa 1955–56 by Pierre Jeanneret - model PJ-TAT-08-B This model was produced in several variants and dimensions for Chandigarh’s public institutions. The detacha...

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1950s Indian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Pierre Jeanneret

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Teak

Cassina x Louis Vuitton LC4 CP Chaise Longue Limited Edition No. 0355/1000

$13,233

H 25.6 in W 25.6 in D 63 in

Cassina x Louis Vuitton LC4 CP Chaise Longue Limited Edition No. 0355/1000

By Pierre Jeanneret, Le Corbusier, Louis Vuitton, Cassina, Charlotte Perriand

Located in Brussels, Brussels

An exceptional LC4 chaise longue by Cassina in collaboration with Louis Vuitton, this limited edition tribute to Charlotte Perriand was released in 2014 as part of the Louis Vuitton Icones Collection. Only 1,000 numbered examples exist worldwide. The chaise combines the iconic ergonomic silhouette of the original 1928 design with Louis Vuitton’s exclusive natural saddle leather on the mattress, headrest, and footrest. The polished chrome-plated frame and basalt-finished base elevate the luxury aesthetic. Marked on the base with the limited edition inscription and serial number, this piece is a must-have for discerning collectors of 20th-21st century design. Dimensions: Standard LC4 Edition: No. 0355/1000 Provenance: Cassina & Louis Vuitton Limited 2014 To celebrate the 110th anniversary of the birth of French architect and designer Charlotte Perriand, Cassina and Louis Vuitton re-launched the 'LC4' chaise longue in 2014. The LC4 has originally been designed by Perriand in collaboration with Le Corbusier and Pierre Jeanneret in 1928. The LC4 Louis...

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20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Pierre Jeanneret

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Steel, Chrome

Early Year Grey Leather 'LC3' Club Chairs by Le Corbusier for Cassina, Signed

$14,000 / set

H 24.5 in W 39 in D 29 in

Early Year Grey Leather 'LC3' Club Chairs by Le Corbusier for Cassina, Signed

By Charlotte Perriand, Le Corbusier, Pierre Jeanneret, Cassina

Located in Los Angeles, CA

An incredible pair of early production year (ideal for collectors) 'LC3' club chairs in grey leather, by Le Corbusier, Pierre Jeanneret and Charlotte Perriand for Cassina, circa 1970...

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1970s Italian Bauhaus Vintage Pierre Jeanneret

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Chrome

Pair of 'LC3' Black Leather Club Chairs by Le Corbusier for Cassina, Signed

$12,000 / set

H 24.5 in W 39 in D 29 in

Pair of 'LC3' Black Leather Club Chairs by Le Corbusier for Cassina, Signed

By Pierre Jeanneret, Le Corbusier, Charlotte Perriand, Cassina

Located in Los Angeles, CA

A beautiful pair of LC3 club chairs in thick supple black leather, by Le Corbusier, Pierre Jeanneret and Charlotte Perriand for Cassina, signed with Cassina decking fabric, Cassina s...

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Early 2000s Italian Bauhaus Pierre Jeanneret

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Chrome

LC2 Lounge Chairs by Le Corbusier for Cassina Signed Mid Century Modern Art Deco

$8,850 / set

H 27.5 in W 30 in D 27.5 in

LC2 Lounge Chairs by Le Corbusier for Cassina Signed Mid Century Modern Art Deco

By Cassina, Le Corbusier, Charlotte Perriand, Pierre Jeanneret

Located in Atlanta, GA

Pair of LC2 Petite Modele Lounge Chairs, originally designed by Le Corbusier, Charlotte Perriand, and Pierre Jeanneret in 1928, these chairs are authentic authorized produced by Cass...

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1990s Italian Mid-Century Modern Pierre Jeanneret

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Chrome, Metal

Early Production Le Corbusier for Cassina LC3 armchair in Edelman Baby Blue

$4,250 / item

H 24.5 in W 39 in D 29 in

Early Production Le Corbusier for Cassina LC3 armchair in Edelman Baby Blue

By Charlotte Perriand, Le Corbusier, Pierre Jeanneret

Located in Seattle, WA

Iconic Bauhaus designs by the Swiss-born architect Le Corbusier (Charles-Édouard Jeanneret) are the LC2 and LC3 armchairs. This vintage Fauteuil Grand Confort, or LC3 Lounge Chair,...

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1980s Italian Bauhaus Vintage Pierre Jeanneret

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Chrome

Pierre Jeanneret - Authentic PJ-R-14-A c. 1857–58 Low Cupboard

$24,061

H 18.12 in W 53.94 in D 17.72 in

Pierre Jeanneret - Authentic PJ-R-14-A c. 1857–58 Low Cupboard

By Pierre Jeanneret

Located in Hasselt, VLI

Authentic PJ-R-14-A Storage Unit or Low Cupboard, c. 1957–58 by Pierre Jeanneret. Designed for the Secretariat (1958) and various administrative buildings. It has four doors equipped...

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Mid-20th Century Indian Mid-Century Modern Pierre Jeanneret

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Metal

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Pierre Jeanneret Sale Prices

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2026	$5,247	Console Tables	Teak	Circa 1960
2026	$1,561	Ottomans and Poufs	Rattan	1950s
2026	$14,751	Ottomans and Poufs	Mohair, Teak	1955
2026	$4,300	Chairs, Office Chairs and Desk Chairs	Cane, Teak	1955-1956
2026	$7,950	Chairs, Armchairs	Leather, Steel, Paint	circa 1995
2026	$3,600	Chairs	Cane, Teak	Circa 1955-56
2025	$17,400	Wardrobes and Armoires	Metal, Hardwood, Teak	circa 1958
2025	$7,500	Magazine Racks and Stands	Teak	Circa 1957-58
2025	$12,200	Desks and Writing Tables	Teak	1957-1958
2025	$3,500	Armchairs	Cane, Teak	Circa 1955-56
2025	$31,422	Dining Room Chairs	Cane, Teak	1955
2025	$8,000	Lounge Chairs	Chrome	2000's
2025	$13,750	Bookcases	Teak	1960
2025	$14,000	Stools	Iron, Teak	1950s
2025	$6,861	Benches	Cane, Wood	Contemporary
2025	$21,060	Chairs, Dining Room Chairs	Cane, Teak	1956
2025	$10,000	Commodes and Chests of Drawers	Teak	1960s
2025	$16,920	Side Chairs, Benches	Cane, Teak	circa 1955
2025	$15,840	Bookcases, Shelves	Teak	circa 1955
2025	$3,600	Chairs	Cane, Teak	Circa 1955-56

$13,383

Average sold price of items in the past 12 months

$1,400-$53,000

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Lc3 Grand Confort Chair

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$7,444

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Lc3 Grand Confort Chair

By Le Corbusier, Charlotte Perriand, Pierre Jeanneret

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Metal, Animal Skin, Leather, Chrome

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Lc4 Chaise Longue

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$7,286

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Lc4 Chaise Longue

By Le Corbusier, Charlotte Perriand, Pierre Jeanneret

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Animal Skin, Metal, Leather, Steel, Chrome

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Mid Century Modern

Charles-Édouard Jeanneret, the Swiss-born designer and architect known as Le Corbusier (1887–1965), famously described the houses he designed as machines to live in. It is only fitting then that he would furnish each home with its own machines built to meet specific needs. Designed in 1928, the LC4 chaise longue is a “relaxing machine,” according to Le Corbusier, its curves mimicking those of a lounging body. Part of his first-ever collection of furniture, made in collaboration with designer ...

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Lc2 Petit Confort Chair

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$7,631

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Lc2 Petit Confort Chair

By Le Corbusier, Charlotte Perriand, Pierre Jeanneret

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Metal, Animal Skin, Leather, Chrome, Fabric, Steel

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Bauhaus, Mid Century Modern

Does anything sound more comfortable than a “cushion basket”? That’s what Charles-Édouard Jeanneret (1887–1965), a.k.a. Le Corbusier, and his collaborators, cousin Pierre Jeanneret (1896–1967) and Charlotte Perriand (1903–99), dubbed the LC2 Petit Confort chair (as well as the rest of the similarly shaped seats in the LC series), the group’s modern take on an age-old form: the club chair.The LC2 Petit Confort chair quite literally inverts the traditional construction of a chair (or any piece ...

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Lc1 Chair

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$7,059

Number Available

Lc1 Chair

By Charlotte Perriand, Pierre Jeanneret, Le Corbusier

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Pierre Jeanneret furniture for sale on 1stDibs.

Pierre Jeanneret 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 Pierre Jeanneret furniture, although brown editions of this piece are particularly popular. We have 383 vintage editions of these items in-stock, while there is 68 modern edition to choose from as well. Many of the original furniture by Pierre Jeanneret were created in the mid-century modern style in asia during the 20th century. If you’re looking for additional options, many customers also consider furniture by Dedar, M. Hayat & Bros Ltd., and Junzo Sakakura. Prices for Pierre Jeanneret furniture can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these items begin at £1,246 and can go as high as £177,137, while a piece like these, on average, fetch £12,989.

Questions About Pierre Jeanneret

What is a Jeanneret chair?
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1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
A Jeanneret chair is a piece of furniture designed by Pierre Jeanneret or in his style. Many of his pieces feature wood construction and clean, understated lines. Some of his most famous chairs include the Model 92 Scissors chair and the 055 Capitol Complex chair. On 1stDibs, find a range of Pierre Jeanneret chairs.
Are Pierre Jeanneret chairs comfortable?
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1stDibs ExpertFebruary 21, 2024
Whether Pierre Jeanneret chairs are comfortable or not is largely a matter of personal preference. However, the Swiss designer focused on creating pieces with curves and contours that provided optimal support for the body while being visually appealing. A hallmark of Jeanneret’s furniture designs is his great sensitivity to materials. In contrast to the tubular-steel chairs produced by Marcel Breuer and other members of the Bauhaus, the chromed metal pieces designed by Jeanneret have a sensuous, relaxed and welcoming look. Explore a collection of Pierre Jeanneret chairs on 1stDibs.