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.
$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
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 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
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.
Set of six French dining chairs
Located in BE
This set of six crafted French dining chairs from the 1950s–60s features sculptural high backs and beautifully woven rush seats. Made from solid oak, the elegant frames highlight...
Rush, Wood
$2,346Sale Price / set|47% Off
H 45.5 in W 17.75 in D 21.5 in
Set of Six Pierre Cardin Flat Bar Chrome Dining Chairs
By Pierre Cardin
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Rare set of six chrome dining chairs designed by Pierre Cardin. Featuring a Milo Baughman inspired flat bar style frame. Exceptional design having a seat that wraps around the tall backrest that becomes the legs. Sculptural style that has a gracefully curved profile from the sides. Beautifully finished with a high polish chrome nickel shine. Silk upholstery shows wear and needs updating. Originally paired with a chrome Pierre Cardin cage...
Steel
Set of Six Vintage Burl Wood Dining Chairs
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Stunning set of six vintage burl wood dining chairs, a perfect blend of organic elegance and bold mid-century styling. Featuring richly patterned burl wood. These chairs capture the ...
Burl
Vintage Klismos Style Dining Chairs - Set of Six
By Paul McCobb, Paul Frankl, Drexel
Located in Raleigh, NC
Vintage set of six Klismos style dining chairs. Set includes one armchair and five side chairs. The wooden frames are sturdy and are currently in a dark brown coloration. This set wo...
Wood
Vintage Set Of Six Oak Dining Chairs From France, Circa 1960
Located in Nashville, TN
Vintage Set Of Six Oak Dining Chairs From France, Circa 1960. Solid oak construction with original rush seats. Nice light wear and use.
Oak
$15,000 / set
H 30.12 in W 14.97 in D 18.9 in
Set of Six "S24" Pierre Chapo Dining Chairs in Elm and Tan Leather, France 1967
By Pierre Chapo
Located in Utrecht, NL
Pierre Chapo, the celebrated French designer, was renowned for his meticulous craftsmanship and innovative approach to woodworking. Trained as an architect in Paris, Chapo was deeply...
Leather, Elm
Set of Six French Art Deco Chairs
Located in Bridgewater, CT
Set of six 1940s dining room chairs in solid mahogany, with gilded bronze accents, upholstered in light blue velour.
Bronze
Set of Six French Mid-Century Modern Dining Chairs
Located in New York City, NY
Set of six original French Modernist dining chairs featuring an open airy designed frame. Tall backs with rounded vertical post and hor...
Naugahyde, Wood
$19,246 / set
H 29.93 in W 15.75 in D 16.93 in
French Design: Vintage Pierre Chapo S24 Chairs, Set of 6
By Pierre Chapo
Located in Renens, CH
Set of six original vintage S24 chairs by Pierre Chapo. Pierre Chapo’s design have been heavily inspired by works from from the Bauhaus period and design...
Elm
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