A Pierre Vandel coffee table is a striking statement piece. High-contrast and unmistakably stylish, Vandel’s tables are sophisticated and opulent, with the visual power that Hollywood Regency and mid-century modern furnishings bring to a modern space.
Vandel was born in 1939 in Roubaix, France. He graduated around 1957 with a focus on industrial assembly and design and became part of the research teams at Ponts et Chaussées and Arts et Métiers, two respected engineering and research schools in Paris. Before entering the world of furniture, Vandel worked on projects that satisfied his curiosity and drive for experimentation, including a vertical aquarium and hi-fi systems.
Vandel’s breakthrough in furniture came a few years later. In 1969, the Marais International company bought 5,000 units of Vandel’s side tables and offered a meeting with French fashion and furniture designer Pierre Cardin. Becoming a friend and advisor, Cardin offered his support and connected Vandel to an affluent market that swooned over his glamorous designs.
Vandel’s glass coffee tables — often accented with brass frames or lacquered wood — remain among his most in-demand work. His Vertèbre chair from 1972 is one of his more elusive designs. With only 800 ever produced, half with armrests and half without, this lounge chair is coveted not only for its rarity but also for its unique spine-like frame.
Vandel’s furniture continues to be recognized for its imaginative forms and is prized by collectors as a piece of design history.
On 1stDibs, find a collection of vintage Pierre Vandel tables, seating, storage pieces and more.
$12,500 / set
Pair of French Modern Club Chairs by Pierre Vandel
By Pierre Vandel
Located in Houston, TX
Pair of French Modern club chairs by Pierre Vandel. We offer a rare, stylish and most comfortable pair of French Mid-Century Modern club chai...
Mohair, Wood
The Vertebre Rib Chair by Pierre Vandel
By Pierre Vandel
Located in Los Angeles, CA
lounge chair upholstered in brown suede w/aluminum base
Suede
Patate armchair in altuglas, aluminum and fabric by Pierre Vandel - 70 s, France
By Pierre Vandel
Located in Paris, FR
Very rare "Patate" model armchair Circa 1970 in Altuglas, aluminum, and orange new Tonus 4c fabric. Dimensions : Depth 84 cm Width 80 cm Height 65 cm Seat Height 36 cm Weight appro...
Aluminum
$2,320Sale Price / set|40% Off
Set of Six Vintage French Pierre Vandel Chairs
By Pierre Vandel
Located in Pasadena, TX
A set of French vintage dining chairs designed by Pierre Vandel. Original upholstery and frames are coated aluminum and brass detail with a rich finish.
Aluminum
Pair of Slipper Chairs by Edward Wormley for Dunbar
By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley
Located in Middlesex, NJ
Pair of slipper chairs by Edward Wormley for Dunbar. Chairs are reupholstered in a Maharam Mohair.
Pair of French 1920s Art Deco Club Chairs
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Incredible pair of Art Deco club chairs from France, 1920s. Beautiful curved wood frame with scroll details on arms. Newly upholstered in a lovely pale yellow linen. Original wood fi...
Linen, Wood
$5,800Sale Price / set|40% Off
H 32 in W 30 in D 29 in
Pair of Art Deco Style Club Chairs with Wooden Arms
Located in Chicago, IL
A pair of Hungarian Mid-Century style arm chairs with walnut veneer and chenille upholstery. Hungarian furniture makers have been exceptionally skilled with wood veneers since the Bi...
Upholstery, Walnut
Set of Six Vintage "Cockpen" Chairs
Located in Palm Springs, CA
A good set of six "cockpen" chairs, two armchairs and four side chairs. 1960s version of the Georgian chair with Chinese Chippendale fretwork backs and ...
Hickory
Vintage Scoop Lounge Chairs by Carter Brothers
By Carter Brothers Inc.
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Vintage scoop lounge chairs manufactured by Carter Brothers, circa the 1950s. This mid-century pair of scoop chairs feature a sleek design covered in tufted green leather upholstery ...
Leather, Walnut
Lounge Chair by Florence Knoll for Knoll
By Florence Knoll, Knoll
Located in Sagaponack, NY
A lounge chair formed by an armless button-tufted upholstered seat resting on a matte steel, rectilinear architectural frame.
Steel
Pair of Armchairs, France 70s
Located in VILLERS-SUR-MER, FR
Very elegant and rare paire of italian armchairs, you can use them either outdoor or indoor. They are confortable and very design.
Chrome
Pair of French Club Chairs
Located in Arundel, GB
A stunning pair of classic, French, leather club chairs dating from the early 20th century. In wonderful warm toned leather and in the best order. Raised on ebonised block feet. The ...
Leather
$6,625 / item
H 30 in W 32 in D 26 in
Little Petra Lounge Chair in Sheepskin with Oak Frame by & Tradition
By &Tradition, Viggo Boesen
Located in Vancouver, BC
Initially introduced back in 1938, Little Petra won instant praise at the Copenhagen Cabinetmakers Guild Exhibition, subsequently winning awards at exhibi...
Sheepskin, Oak
Pair Ernst Schwadron Club Chairs
By Ernst Schwadron
Located in New York, NY
Rare pair of Ernst Schwadron design for Rena Rosenthal club chairs. These chairs are in good original condition, usable as is, however the fabr...
Upholstery
Set of Six Sculptural French Beechwood Chairs, 1950s
By Charlotte Perriand
Located in Almelo, NL
Set of Six Sculptural French Beechwood Chairs, 1950s In the manner of Charlotte Perriand – Alpine Modernism A striking set of six sculptural dining chairs, crafted in France during ...
Beech
Set of Six French 1950s Dining Chairs
Located in Isle Sur La Sorgue, Vaucluse
Six lovely dining chairs, upholstered in original red vinyl with white piping. Bow-like motif on the front apron, tapering legs. Possibly cherry-wood.
Pierre Vandel Violet Armchair
By Pierre Vandel
Located in PARIS, FR
"Patate” Lounge Chair By Designer Pierre Vandel (Or Pierre Vandelanoite) In The Late 70S. The Structure Is In Cut Aluminum Sheet, The Base In Altuglas And The Seat And Backrest In Re...
Textile
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H 36.23 in W 25.99 in D 28.35 in
Pierre Vandel, Rib Vertebre lounge chair, Aluminum and Leather. France, C.1970
By Pierre Vandel, Oscar Niemeyer, Carlo Hauner and Martin Eisler
Located in Munster, NRW
Pierre Vandel, Vertebre lounge chair, Aluminum and Leather. France, C.1970 The Vertebre, or “Rib” lounge chair, was designed by French de...
Aluminum
Pair of Stamped Pierre Vandel White Lacquer and Brass Stool
By Pierre Vandel
Located in Aspen, CO
Pair of stamped Pierre Vandel white lacquer and brass stool. Originally used in a hotel in the South of France, these stools have been reupholstered with Parisian fabric.
Metal
Stamped Pierre Vandel White Lacquer and Brass Stool
By Pierre Vandel
Located in Aspen, CO
Stamped Pierre Vandel white lacquer and brass stool. Originally used in a hotel in the South of France, this stool has been reupholstered with ...
Metal
Stamped Pierre Vandel White Lacquer and Brass Stool
By Pierre Vandel
Located in Aspen, CO
Stamped Pierre Vandel white lacquer and brass stool. Originally used in a hotel in the South of France, this stool has been reupholstered with ...
Metal
Pair of Stamped Pierre Vandel White Lacquer and Brass Stools
By Pierre Vandel
Located in Aspen, CO
Pair of stamped Pierre Vandel white lacquer and brass stool. Originally used in a hotel in the South of France, these stools have been reupholstered with Parisian fabric.
Metal
Set of Four Dining Room Chairs by Pierre Vandel, Paris
By Pierre Vandel
Located in Silvolde, Gelderland
Four beautiful dining chairs in good vintage condition. Designed by Pierre Vandel. Made in Paris, France. Frames are made of aluminum and bi colored. Burgundy with brass ...
Aluminum, Brass
Pierre Vandel Vertebre Rib chair
By Pierre Vandel
Located in Roosendaal, Noord Brabant
Important 20th century modern easy chair designed by French designer Pierre Vandel, France 1972. This rare chair was designed in 1972 and produced from 1972-1976. Only 800 chairs...
Aluminum