Pierre Jeanneret Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Swiss, 1896-1967
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.
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Creator: Pierre Jeanneret
A Pair of Pierre Jeanneret '1896-1967' 'PJ-R-27-A' File Racks, India, 1950s
By Pierre Jeanneret
Located in Hønefoss, 30
Pierre Jeanneret (1896-1967)
Two 'PJ-R-27-A' file racks
Painted marks
Model created c. 1957
Provenance: administrative buildings, Chandigarh, India
Bibliography: Le Corbusier, Pierre...
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Mid-20th Century Indian Mid-Century Modern Pierre Jeanneret Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
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Teak
Pierre Jeanneret PJ-R-14-A Cupboard / Authentic Mid-Century Modern
By Pierre Jeanneret
Located in Zürich, CH
The piece embodies minimalist design principles, characterised by a clear shape and simplified form with subtle detailing. It is reduced to the minimum. Compared to most minimalist d...
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1950s Indian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Pierre Jeanneret Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
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Brass
Pierre Jeanneret: X Leg Chandigarh Desk, France/ India c. 1960
By Pierre Jeanneret
Located in New York, NY
Pierre Jeanneret (1896-1967)
A rare and spectacular four-drawer bureau in teak by Pierre Jeanneret for the civic buildings in Chandigarh, India, designed by Le Corbusier. A stunning...
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1960s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Pierre Jeanneret Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
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Aluminum
Chest of Drawers by Pierre Jeanneret (MODEL PJ-R-11-A)
By Pierre Jeanneret
Located in Long Island City, NY
Chest of Drawers by Pierre Jeanneret (MODEL PJ-R-11-A) with two legs fixed to the sides of the frame with three drawers with pigeon hole.
Pierre Jeanneret was a Swiss architect an...
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20th Century Indian Mid-Century Modern Pierre Jeanneret Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
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Teak
Pierre Jeanneret PJ-R-27-A File Rack / Authentic Mid-Century Modern Chandigarh
By Pierre Jeanneret
Located in Zürich, CH
The file rack created by Pierre Jeanneret serves as a sophisticated addition to every living space. Its well-proportioned shape, combined with the perfectly useful size of the shelve...
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1950s Indian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Pierre Jeanneret Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
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Teak
Pierre Jeanneret Mid Century Wooden Black Office Desk & Box Chair in Teak, 1950s
By Pierre Jeanneret
Located in Stockholm, SE
Very rare mid century wooden desk and box chair in black stained teak by Pierre Jeanneret produced for Chandigarh, India 1950s. In good a...
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1950s Indian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Pierre Jeanneret Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
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Rattan, Teak
Pierre Jeanneret PJ-R-13-A Glass-Fronted Bookcase / Authentic Mid-Century Modern
By Pierre Jeanneret
Located in Zürich, CH
This glass-fronted bookcase 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...
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1960s Indian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Pierre Jeanneret Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
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Glass, Teak
File Rack by Pierre Jeanneret, Low Cupboard, PJ-050202, Chandigarh, 1957-58
By Pierre Jeanneret
Located in Antwerp, BE
File Rack; Pierre Jeanneret; Le Corbusier; Low Cupboard; PJ-050202; Chandigarh; 1957; 1958; 1950s; India; Cabinet; Shelving Unit; Mid-Century Modern; Bookshelf; Sideboard; Room Divid...
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1950s Indian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Pierre Jeanneret Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
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Wood
File Rack by Pierre Jeanneret, Low Cupboard, D.I.H. 074, Chandigarh, 1957-58
By Pierre Jeanneret
Located in Antwerp, BE
File Rack; Pierre Jeanneret; Le Corbusier; Low Cupboard; D.I.H. 074; PJ-050205; Chandigarh; 1957; 1958; 1950s; India; Cabinet; Shelving Unit; Mid-Century Modern; Bookshelf; Sideboard...
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1950s Indian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Pierre Jeanneret Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
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Wood
Pierre Jeanneret X desk with a Model Pj Si 30A Committee Chair, Chandigarh, 60s
By Pierre Jeanneret
Located in Highclere, Newbury
An original Pierre Jeanneret X frame teak and leather Administrative Desk from the Civic buildings of Chandigarh, India, matched to a fully upholstered Mod...
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Mid-20th Century Indian Mid-Century Modern Pierre Jeanneret Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
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Aluminum
Pierre Jeanneret PJ-R-16-A File Rack / Authentic Mid-Century Modern Chandigarh
By Pierre Jeanneret
Located in Zürich, CH
The very rare file rack created by Pierre Jeanneret serves as a sophisticated addition to every living space. Its well-proportioned shape, combined with the perfectly useful size of ...
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1960s Indian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Pierre Jeanneret Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
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Teak
Pierre Jeanneret Storage Unit
By Pierre Jeanneret
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pierre Jeanneret Storage Unit
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1960s Indian Vintage Pierre Jeanneret Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
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Teak
Pierre Jeanneret / Le Corbusier "Pigeon Hole" Mid Century Wooden Desk, 1950s
By Pierre Jeanneret
Located in Stockholm, SE
Very rare and collectible "pigeon hole" wooden desk for the administrative building in Chandigarh, India designed by Pierre Jeanneret...
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1950s Indian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Pierre Jeanneret Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
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Leather, Teak
Pierre Jeanneret PJ-R-26-A Aluminium Book Case / Authentic Mid-Century Modern
By Pierre Jeanneret
Located in Zürich, CH
This periodical bookcase is not only a fantastic piece, it’s a design icon. Finally, it’s the most radical item of all Chandigarh items. It has very sculptural qualities, like a faca...
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1960s Indian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Pierre Jeanneret Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
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Aluminum
Pierre Jeanneret Pj-R-27-B File Rack / Authentic Mid-Century Modern
By Pierre Jeanneret
Located in Zürich, CH
File rack's reduced shape creates a raw simplicity. It is so minimalist and pure, avoiding any nonsense and almost has a Japanese design character. All joints are hidden, so that the...
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1950s Indian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Pierre Jeanneret Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
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Teak
Pierre Jeanneret Pigeonhole Desk
By Pierre Jeanneret
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pierre Jeanneret Pigeonhole desk.
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1950s Indian Vintage Pierre Jeanneret Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
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Rosewood
Pierre Jeanneret PJ-R-23-A Linen Box / Authentic Mid-Century Modern
By Pierre Jeanneret
Located in Zürich, CH
This box is such a magical object. It is nicely detailed and has wonderful proportions. Finally, it’s designed as clothing chest. I love to use it as a side table, little coffee tabl...
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1950s Indian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Pierre Jeanneret Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
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Teak, Cane
Pierre Jeanneret Desk, 1950s Chandigargh
By Pierre Jeanneret
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Spectacular pigeonhole desk by Pierre Jeanneret. Made for the Chandigarh project. Used in the administrative buildings in Chindigargh, Sector 1. Angular leg and bookcase back. One of the most iconic pieces of modern design. Taupe leather top. Single pull out drawer on front left. Looks stunning from every angle. Great piece to float in a room. Desk in excellent vintage condition. The last 4 images are original photos of the desk pre-restoration.
Armrest clearance is 26.25"
Jeanneret Chandigargh Book - Jacques Dworczak...
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1950s Indian Vintage Pierre Jeanneret Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
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Teak, Leather
Pierre Jeanneret Desk, 1950s Chandigargh
By Pierre Jeanneret
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Spectacular pigeonhole desk by Pierre Jeanneret. Made for the Chandigarh project. Used in the administrative buildings in Chindigargh, Sector 1. Angular leg and bookcase back. The word - OFFICE - stenciled on years ago designating it to one of the buildings. One of the most iconic pieces of modern design. Dark green leather top. Single pull out drawer on front left. Looks stunning from every angle. Great piece to float in a room. Desk in excellent vintage condition. Last 5 images are the original photos - pre-restoration.
Armrest clearance is 26".
Jeanneret Chandigargh Book - Jacques Dworczak...
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1950s Indian Vintage Pierre Jeanneret Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
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Leather, Teak
Pierre Jeanneret PJ-R-09-A Bedside cupboard / Authentic Mid-Century Modern
By Pierre Jeanneret
Located in Zürich, CH
This bedside cupboard is an iconic design piece. It is raw in its simplicity and it shows a slightly patinated material. Its shape is beautifully fragile and has a wonderful colour. ...
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1950s Indian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Pierre Jeanneret Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
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Teak
Pierre Jeanneret File Rack Unit with Stencil Marks
By Pierre Jeanneret
Located in Soho, London, GB
Pierre Jeanneret file rack unit from the Administrative Buildings of Chandigarh.
This piece presents a beautiful patina and a rare stencil mark on...
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Mid-20th Century Indian Mid-Century Modern Pierre Jeanneret Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
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Teak
Pierre Jeanneret Glass Fronted Bookcase
By Pierre Jeanneret
Located in Edogawa-ku Tokyo, JP
Teak glass fronted bookcase designed by Pierre Jeanneret for Chandigarh.
Thick teak solid wood shelves inside.
The glass sliding doors on the bott...
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1960s Indian Vintage Pierre Jeanneret Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
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Glass, Teak
Pierre Jeanneret PJ-R-26-A Periodical Book Case / Authentic Mid-Century Modern
By Pierre Jeanneret
Located in Zürich, CH
This periodical bookcase is not only a fantastic piece, it’s a design icon. Finally, it’s the most radical item of all Chandigarh items. It has very sculptural qualities, like a faca...
Category
1960s Indian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Pierre Jeanneret Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Teak
Pierre Jeanneret PJ-R-11-A Chest of Drawers / Authentic Mid-Century Modern
By Pierre Jeanneret
Located in Zürich, CH
This chest of drawers is an iconic design piece. It is raw in its simplicity and it shows a slightly patinated material. Its shape is beautifully fragile and has a wonderful colour. ...
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1950s Indian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Pierre Jeanneret Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
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Aluminum
Pierre Jeanneret High File Rack PJ-R-04-A / Authentic Mid-Century Modern
By Pierre Jeanneret
Located in Zürich, CH
This shelf is a fantastic piece of solid yet elegant furniture. It is raw in its simplicity of construction, its shape becomes reduced to a maximum of functionality. The characterist...
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Mid-20th Century Indian Mid-Century Modern Pierre Jeanneret Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
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Teak
Original Pierre Jeanneret Partners Desk from the Offices of Chandigarh, India
By Pierre Jeanneret
Located in Stamford, CT
Original Pierre Jeanneret 'X' Leg Desk from the Offices of Chandigarh, India Designed by Le Corbusier. Hand-crafted from teakwood, the floati...
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Mid-20th Century Indian Mid-Century Modern Pierre Jeanneret Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
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Teak
Pierre Jeanneret: X Leg Chandigarh Desk, France/ India c. 1960
By Pierre Jeanneret
Located in New York, NY
Pierre Jeanneret (1896-1967)
A rare and spectacular four-drawer bureau in teak by Pierre Jeanneret for the civic buildings in Chandigarh, India, designed by Le Corbusier. A stunning...
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1960s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Pierre Jeanneret Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
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Aluminum
Pierre Jeanneret Storage Unit
By Pierre Jeanneret
Located in Toronto, Ontario
A solid sisso rosewood storage unit by Pierre Jeanneret for the Chandigarh Project, circa 1958. Model PJ-R-14-A
This example is a survivor. S...
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1950s Indian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Pierre Jeanneret Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
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Rosewood
Pierre Jeanneret PJ-R-14-A Cupboard / Authentic Mid-Century Modern
By Pierre Jeanneret
Located in Zürich, CH
This cupboard is a fantastic piece of solid yet elegant furniture. It is raw in its simplicity of construction, its shape becomes reduced to a maximum of functionality. The character...
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1950s Indian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Pierre Jeanneret Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Brass
Charlotte Perriand & Pierre Jeanneret, Sideboard "Equipement de la maison"
By Pierre Jeanneret, Charlotte Perriand
Located in New York, NY
Charlotte Perriand & Pierre Jeanneret
Sideboard "Equipement de la maison", circa 1947
Wood
Measures: 47.25 H x 96.5 W x 16.75 D inches
120 H x 245.1 W x 42.5 D cm
Body: 30H inch...
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1940s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Pierre Jeanneret Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
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Wood
Pierre Jeanneret case pieces and storage cabinets for sale on 1stDibs.
Pierre Jeanneret case pieces and storage cabinets are available for sale on 1stDibs. These distinctive items are frequently made of wood and are designed with extraordinary care. There are many options to choose from in our collection of Pierre Jeanneret case pieces and storage cabinets, although brown editions of this piece are particularly popular. Many of the original case pieces and storage cabinets by Pierre Jeanneret were created in the mid-century modern style in south asia during the 20th century. If you’re looking for additional options, many customers also consider case pieces and storage cabinets by Andrianna Shamaris, and Maitland Smith. Prices for Pierre Jeanneret case pieces and storage cabinets can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these items begin at $2,973 and can go as high as $116,600, while a piece like these, on average, fetch $22,451.
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- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 21, 2024Whether Pierre Jeanneret chairs are comfortable or not is largely a matter of personal preference. However, the Swiss designer focused on creating pieces with curves and contours that provided optimal support for the body while being visually appealing. 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 have a sensuous, relaxed and welcoming look. Explore a collection of Pierre Jeanneret chairs on 1stDibs.
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