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.
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
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
$11,600Sale Price|20% Off
H 38.5 in W 41.3 in D 35.4 in
Newly Made Minotaure Armchair by Pierre Augustin Rose in Pierre Frey Fabric
Located in Wainscott, NY
Newly Made Minotaure Armchair by Pierre Augustin Rose in Pierre Frey fabric. Dimensions: L 35.4″ x W 41.3” x H 38.5” x SH 17.7" Materials: Pierre Frey...
Wool, Oak
$2,320Sale Price / set|40% Off
H 39 in W 18.5 in D 1,838 in
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
$6,361
H 29.14 in W 32.29 in D 29.93 in
See Through Armchair by Pierre Gonalons Misia Fabric Paradisoterrestre Edition
By Pierre Gonalons, Paradisoterrestre
Located in Ozzano Dell'emilia, IT
Materials: multilayer and solid fir wood structure, polyurethane foam. Available finishes: satin brass bands, varnished metal feet / brushed steel bands, aluminum feet. Upholstery in...
Wood
$6,567
H 27.56 in W 23.23 in D 31.5 in
A.R.P. Armchair in Steel and Fabric by Pierre Guariche, Airborne, 1953
By Studio A.R.P. (Joseph-André Motte, Michel Mortier and Pierre Guariche)
Located in Saint Ouen, France
A.R.P. armchair in steel and fabric by Pierre Guariche, Airborne, 1953 Lacquered steel rod frame. Upholstered seat and backrest. All materials are original. The Atelier de Recherches...
Steel
$4,776
H 26.38 in W 22.45 in D 19.3 in
French Mid-century Pink Fabric Armchair and Ottoman "CM 190" by Pierre Paulin
By Pierre Paulin
Located in Barcelona, ES
Pierre Paulin Armchair and ottoman model “CM 190” Manufactured by Thonet France, 1954 Iron, fabric upholstery. Measurements: 57 cm x 49 cm x 67 H cm 22.44 in x 19.29 in x ...
Iron
$5,028 / item
H 27.96 in W 24.41 in D 28.35 in
Arflex Elettra Armchair in Fabric Heidi and Candy by B.B.P.R
By Arflex
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Elettra Armchair is designed by B.B.P.R for Arflex. A classic of the '50s office, Elettra is the armchair you can't do without. Thanks to its timeless...
Metal
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
$11,074 / item
H 28.35 in W 28.75 in D 28.75 in
Ronan & Erwan Bourroullec 'Cotone' Armchair, Aluminum and Fabric by Cassina
By Ronan and Erwan Bouroullec, Cassina
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Armchair designed by Ronan & Erwan Bourroullec in 2019. Manufactured by Cassina in Italy. A low-armed dining chair that is as comfortable as an armchair proper, elegantly extends an...
Metal
$5,611 / set
H 27.96 in W 29.53 in D 29.14 in
French Airborn Armchair by Pierre Guariche, 1950s, France
Located in Ternay, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes
Rare pair of midcentury armchairs designed by Pierre Guariche for Airborn with rare feet in gilt metal. Armchairs with new upholstery, perfect condition.
Metal
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
$477
H 25.99 in W 19.69 in D 26.78 in
Sinuous shaped armchair upholstered in brown fabric, Italy, 60s-70s
Located in Milano, IT
Armchair with sinuous shapes upholstered in a 1960s-70s brown fabric Armchair with sinuous shapes inspired by the typical modernist design of those years. The structure is presented ...
Metal
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