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.
Mid Century French Lacquered Sideboard Cabinet Pierre Vandel Paris C.1970
By Pierre Vandel
Located in London, GB
Mid Century French Lacquered Sideboard Cabinet Pierre Vandel Paris C.1970 PIERRE VANDEL, PARIS: A black and gilt lacquered sideboard cabinet, on stile feet, with gilded designers 'P...
Aluminum
Charming Pierre Vandel Paris Black Lacquered Cabinet with Shelving Display
By Pierre Vandel
Located in Voorburg, NL
Charming Pierre Vandel Paris black lacquered French Cabinet with stylish gold trim and handles. The unit has a small sideboard base with two doors and a removable upper part with shelving and display function, coming with two glass tiers (no chips in the glass). The sideboard base has one tier shelf inside. Standing on gilded feet and marked with the gilded designers 'Pierre Vandel' mark. In very good condition with some normal light wear due to age and use. The sideboard has a beautiful luxurious appearance in the room, very chique style and not much seen. Pierre Vandel was a French interior designer of the 70’s and acquired furniture that represents the taste of the period and gives a collector’s touch to a contemporary house. Pierre Vandel was based in Paris and in the 1970s he also opened a contemporary showroom...
Brass
Mid-Century Oak Sideboard, France, 1950s
By Guillerme et Chambron
Located in Kaštel Sućurac, HR
Three-door oak sideboard, solid oak, France, 1950s. A three-door buffet bas in solid oak, constructed with the formal rigour characteristic of French mid-century cabinetmaking. The ...
Oak
$4,000
H 31 in W 31.75 in D 13.5 in
Pierre Vandel Black Lacquered Etagère with Brass & Glass, France, 1970
By Pierre Vandel
Located in New York, NY
A Pierre Vandel black lacquered aluminum étagère with brass detailing and three black glass shelves. Labelled: Pierre Vandel Paris, circa 1970 Th...
Aluminum, Brass
$3,500
H 77.56 in W 39.38 in D 11.82 in
Mid-Century Modern Shelving Unit by Pierre Vandel, Lacquered Aluminum
By Pierre Vandel
Located in Miami, FL
A simple, stylish shelving unit perfect for displaying a collection or useful storage. Taking influence from Japan. Black lacquered aluminium frame with gold details and glass shelve...
Aluminum
J.C. Mahey Brass Black Lacquered Sideboard Bar Cabinet 1970s
By Roche Bobois, Jean Claude Mahey
Located in Paris, IDF
A timeless vintage piece, this mid-century cabinet bar sideboard feels imposing and glamourous, with thick, straight lines of brass adorning its exterior of reflective black lacquer. Glossy black lacquer, paired with bright brass accents, feels crisp and luxe. Its boxy, simple style, featuring four doors and one drawers, is typical of both the 1970s and designer Jean Claude Mahey for Roche Bobois design. The two external doors...
Brass
$18,567
H 28.75 in W 97.64 in D 22.05 in
Pierre Cardin Sideboard Brass Black Lacquered Shell Inlays, 1980s
By Pierre Cardin
Located in Paris, IDF
A unique and timeless Pierre Cardin vintage piece, this French midcentury sideboard feels imposing and glamourous, with thick, straight li...
Brass
$2,493
H 76.78 in W 35.44 in D 16.93 in
Mid Century French Shelving Display Cabinet Bookcase C.1970, Pierre Vandel Paris
By Pierre Vandel
Located in London, GB
Mid century French shelving display cabinet bookcase C.1970. PIERRE VANDEL, PARIS: A black and gilt lacquered display cabinet, the frame form supers...
Aluminum
Pierre Vandel 1970’s Shelving
By Pierre Vandel
Located in London, Lambeth
A Pierre Vandel black lacquered shelving unit, with five glass shelves Cc1970’s French Dimensions: 90cm wide 37cm deep 190cm high...
Aluminum
$3,733Sale Price|30% Off
H 73.63 in W 35.44 in D 14.57 in
French 1970s Glass & Gold Lacquer Tall Etagere, Pierre Vandel, Paris
By Pierre Vandel
Located in London, GB
French 1970s Glass & Gold Lacquer Etagere Display Shelving, Pierre Vandel, Paris Aluminium frame in gold finish, with makers badge. Height between shelves: 44cm Condition: Very go...
Aluminum
Mid-Century Tommi Parzinger Sideboard Cabinet
By Tommi Parzinger
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Mid-Century Tommi Parzinger studded sideboard cabinet, crafted for Parzinger Originals in the 1950s boasts a sleek and streamlined profile that is ch...
Brass
$6,841
H 77.56 in W 39.38 in D 13.39 in
French Black Lacquered & Brass Étagère with Open Shelfs by Pierre Vandel, 1970s
By Pierre Vandel
Located in Salzburg, AT
Extravagant Pierre Vandel black lacquered aluminum étagères with brass detailing and black glass shelves. Labelled - Pierre Vandel Paris - Circa l...
Aluminum, Brass
Guillerme & Chambron Cabinet 'Thierry' in Black Lacquered Oak
By Guillerme et Chambron, Votre Maison
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Guillerme et Chambron for Votre Maison, cabinet, model 'Thierry', lacquered oak, ceramic, France, 1960s. This elegant sideboard evokes the European Gothic Revival period of the nine...
Oak
French Mid Century Sideboard
Located in Westwood, NJ
The sideboard showcases the natural elegance of figured walnut paired with refined gold leaf hardware. The bookmatched walnut veneer creates a dramatic pattern across all four doors,...
Metal
Unique Pierre Vandel Paris Black Lacquered French Sideboard
By Pierre Vandel
Located in Voorburg, NL
Unique Pierre Vandel Paris Black lacquered French Dressoir. In black lacquer with painted glass top and stylish gold trim and handles. The unit has four doors and two cupboards. With some light wear due to age and use, on the backside there is a small hole, used for electricity by the first owner. The sideboard has a beautiful luxurious appearance in the room, very chique style and not much seen. Pierre Vandel was a French interior designer of the 70’s and acquired furniture that represents the taste of the period and also gives a collector’s touch to a contemporary house. Pierre Vandel was based in Paris and in the 1970s he also opened a contemporary showroom...
Brass