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.
Find authentic vintage Pierre Jeanneret chairs, case pieces, tables and other furniture today on 1stDibs.
Pierre Jeanneret PJ-TB-05-A Coffee Table Chandigarh, Stained Teak, Glass, 1960s
By Pierre Jeanneret
Located in Antwerp, BE
Pierre Jeanneret coffee table Chandigarh in stained teak and glass, 1960's Pierre Jeanneret rectangular PJ-TB-05-A coffee table with glass tabletop, circa 1960. The glass tabletop...
Glass, Teak
Pierre Jeanneret PJ-TB-05-A Coffee Table, Chandigarh, 1960s
By Pierre Jeanneret
Located in Antwerp, BE
Pierre Jeanneret coffee table Chandigarh in stained teak and glass, 1960's Pierre Jeanneret rectangular PJ-TB-05-A coffee table with glass tabletop, circa 1960. The glass tabletop i...
Glass, Teak
Pierre Jeanneret PJ-TB-04-A Round Low Table / Authentic Mid-Century Modern
By Pierre Jeanneret
Located in Zürich, CH
This simple, abstract piece with geometrical character was initially designed by Charlotte Perriand, which shows a wonderful exchange of ideas. It embodies minimalist design principl...
Teak
Pierre Jeanneret PJ-TB-03-A Triangular Side Table / Authentic Mid-Century Modern
By Pierre Jeanneret
Located in Zürich, CH
Here we see a decision to project the universal ideals of modernity onto Indian reality. However, this piece was inspired by North Indian culture, as well the cosmic and spiritual I...
Bamboo, Teak
Pierre Jeanneret PJ-TB-03-C Triangular Side Table / Authentic Mid-Century Modern
By Pierre Jeanneret
Located in Zürich, CH
Here we see a decision to project the universal ideals of modernity onto Indian reality. However, this piece was inspired by North Indian culture, as well the cosmic and spiritual I...
Teak
Pierre Jeanneret PJ-TB-04-A Round Low Table / Authentic Mid-Century Modern
By Pierre Jeanneret
Located in Zürich, CH
This simple, abstract piece with geometrical character was initially designed by Charlotte Perriand, which shows a wonderful exchange of ideas. It embodies minimalist design principl...
Teak
$5,240
H 18.12 in W 19.69 in D 19.69 in
'Maracanã' Side Tables, by Giuseppe Scapinelli, Brazilian Mid-Century Modern
By Giuseppe Scapinelli
Located in São Paulo, SP
The exquisite 'Maracana' side table is a rare and highly sought-after piece created by Guiseppe Scapinelli, a celebrated Italian designer who made a significant impact on the São Pau...
Marble
EARL Mid-Century Modern Walnut Bedside Table
By Chris Earl
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Open up its two floating slow closing drawers to stow away all your bedside essentials. This nightstand is solid wood constructed, with turned legs, and hand...
Ash, Oak, Walnut
Earl Mid-Century Modern White Oak Bedside Table
By Chris Earl
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Open up its two floating slow closing drawers to stow away all your bedside essentials. This nightstand is solid wood constructed, with turned legs, and hand...
Ash, Oak, Walnut
Coffee Table Made In Teak, Danish Design From 1960s
Located in Lejre, DK
The coffee table, a Danish design from the 1960s, showcases the timeless elegance of teak wood. With its sleek lines and understated sophistication, it epitomizes the mid-century mod...
Teak
$3,450
H 17 in W 27.5 in D 14 in
René Prou Iconic Black Iron & Glass French Side, End Table Mid-Century Modern
By René Prou
Located in Miami, FL
Iconic 1930 Jean Prouvé Black Wrought Iron and Glass Side, End or Sofa Table made in France in 1930. Comes with the original 0.63 inches thick Glass Top....
Wrought Iron
$2,840 / item
H 19 in W 15.25 in D 15.5 in
Mid-Century Modern Brass and Oak Side Table by Werkstätte Auböck
By Werkstätte Carl Auböck
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Mid-Century Modern Brass and Oak Side Table by Werkstätte Auböck Designed in the 1950s, this incredibly refined and sculptural table is executed in beautifully grained oak and polis...
Brass
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...
Teak
$1,300
H 26.58 in W 27.17 in D 16.15 in
Mid-Century Modern Vintage TV Side Table, Cabinet, Beechwood, Poland, 1960s
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
TV side table from the 1960s. It was manufactured in Poland in 1960s. The table was made of beechwood, it was also full renovated. Excellent condition. Absolutely unique and rare item.
Beech
$2,191
H 21.07 in W 60.24 in D 22.45 in
Scandinavian Modern Vintage Teak Coffee Table Johannes Andersen, 1960s, Denmark
Located in Vienna, AT
Scandinavian Modern vintage teakwood coffee table with two drawers and screwable legs. A beautiful Scandinavian modern coffee table designed by Johannes Andersen, 1960s, Denmark. The...
Teak
$28,000
H 28.35 in W 48.04 in D 32.29 in
Pierre Jeanneret original PJ-BU-02-A Pigeonhole Desk, Mid-Century Modern.
By Pierre Jeanneret
Located in Stockholm, SE
This iconic original PJ-BU-02-A / Pigeonhole desk in teak by legendary designer Pierre Jeanneret. Dark brown re-covered leather top. A single drawer and open pigeonhole shelving. Jeanneret was commissioned by the city of Chandigarh, India, to build and design for the Punjab University Administrative buildings and a few private residences. They were produced between circa 1952 and 1957. Chair seen in pictures is not included but can be bought at 1stDibs Ref: LU7480248866122 . Provenance: Sourced from gallery Fiftiesdesign in Brest, who imported the furniture from India...
Teak, Leather
Mosaic Marble Coffee, End Table, 1960s
Located in Antwerp, BE
Marble and chrome 1960s coffee, end table featuring a mosaic of light-colored marble in green-tinted resin. Modern and sleek chrome base. Very nice quality and perfect condition. Dim...
Marble, Metal, Chrome
$3,975
H 19 in W 28.5 in D 24.5 in
Mid-Century Modern Ebonized Burled Walnut & Channeled Chrome Occasional Table
Located in New York, NY
This stunning Mid-Century Modernist table in burled bookmatched and ebonized walnut was realized by in the United States circa 1970. It features beveled corners with triangular chrom...
Chrome
Pair of Pierre Jeanneret Teak Side Tables
By Pierre Jeanneret
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Pair of Pierre Jeanneret Teak Side Tables. Quadrangular body with compass-type legs. Open compartment and drawer with opening grip in the shape of hollowed-out circle on an aluminum...
Teak
Triangular Lounge Table, Pierre Jeanneret, Chandigarh, 1960s
By Pierre Jeanneret
Located in Tokyo, Tokyo
A rare and authentic example from the Chandigarh project in India, this teak triangular lounge table by Pierre Jeanneret reflects the architect’s rational yet sculptural design langu...
Teak
Pierre Jeanneret Lounge Table
By Pierre Jeanneret
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pierre Jeanneret Lounge Table 69 Can be used as a small cafe table or occasional table. Circa 1961-1962
Wood, Teak
Pierre Jeanneret Desk
By Pierre Jeanneret
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Incredible Pierre Jeanneret Desk/ Side Table, Bureau En Teck. This piece can be used a multi use side table or small desk. Originally designed as a student desk.
Teak
Sold
H 18.12 in W 20.08 in L 18.12 in
Pierre Jeanneret, Solid Teak Bedside Table, Chandigarh, Le Corbusier, 1955
By Pierre Jeanneret
Located in Antwerp, BE
Pierre Jeanneret, Solid Teak Bedside Table, Chandigarh, Le Corbusier, 1955 These bedside tables, designed by Pierre Jeanneret, are made of solid teak. The quadrangular body consists of an open compartment at the top, and a single drawer at the bottom with opening grip in the shape of a hollowed-out circle on an aluminum background, typical of the work of Pierre Jeanneret in Chandigarh. Pair of flat profiled "compass"-type legs affixed to the sides of the body. This item is ideal as a bedside table, but would also fit well as a side table in a mid-century modern living space. We have two of these side tables available, priced per piece. Both items are in excellent condition. The Pierre Jeanerette...
Wood, Teak
Sold
H 16.74 in W 24.02 in D 18.9 in
Pierre Jeanneret PJ-TB-03-C Triangular Side Table / Authentic Mid-Century Modern
By Pierre Jeanneret
Located in Zürich, CH
This table is an iconic design piece. It is raw in its simplicity it shows a slightly patinated material. It's shape is beautifully fragile and has a wonderful color. We don't restor...
Teak
Pierre Jeanneret PJ-TB-04-A Round Low Table / Authentic Mid-Century Modern
By Pierre Jeanneret
Located in Zürich, CH
This low round table is an iconic design piece. It is raw in its simplicity it shows a slightly patinated material. It's shape is beautifully fragile and has a wonderful color. We do...
Teak
Sold
H 17.72 in W 53.94 in D 18.12 in
Pierre Jeanneret Cane Bench Authentic Mid-Century Modern Chandigarh PJ-SI-33-C
By Pierre Jeanneret
Located in Zürich, CH
That is a rare collector item. The beauty is in its simplicity with that wonderful balance between the structure of teak wood and the seat with cane. There is nothing too much, and n...
Cane, Teak
Le Corbusier Pierre Jeanneret Charlotte Perriand Table Thonet
By Charlotte Perriand, Le Corbusier, Pierre Jeanneret
Located in Paris, FR
Le Corbusier, Pierre Jeanneret & Charlotte Perriand B307 table made by Thonet, circa 1930. Important : vintage collector's item for sale with guaranteed authenticity. Legs an...
Chrome
Sold
H 11.82 in W 31.5 in D 47.25 in
Pierre Jeanneret, Sculptural Coffee Table, Contemporary Reedition
By Pierre Jeanneret
Located in Geneve, CH
Pierre Jeanneret, sculptural coffee table, contemporary reedition Dimensions (cm): H 30.0 x L 120.0 x W 80.0 Material: Natural teak Pierre Jeanneret was the silent and unas...
Teak
Sold
H 11.82 in W 31.5 in D 47.25 in
Pierre Jeanneret - Sculptural Coffee Table - Contemporary Reedition
By Pierre Jeanneret
Located in Geneve, CH
Pierre Jeanneret - Sculptural Coffee Table - Contemporary Reedition Dimensions (cm): H 30.0 x L 120.0 x W 80.0 Material: Natural Teak Pierre Jeanneret was the silent and un...
Teak
Teak High Stool by Pierre Jeanneret
By Pierre Jeanneret
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Solid Indian teak bar stool by the Swiss architect Pierre Jeanneret. The stool is an original from the Modernist city of Chandigarh, India, which he designed with his cousin Le Corbusier. In addition to its singular beauty, Jeanneret's Chandigarh furniture...
Teak