About FORMES UTILES
Established in 2019 by design aficionados Bruno and Fabrice, Formes Utiles specializes in mid-century modern furniture and objects, with a deep passion for post-war design. Guided by our belief that beauty is in eclecticism, we curate a collection that blends iconic masterpieces with unexpected gems. We take particular pride in our expertise in Charlotte Perriand and French post-war designers, offering a carefully selected range of their most celebrated works. Bruno, with years of experience in Italy, brings an expert eye for authentic Italian craftsmanship, while Fabri...Read More
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Featured Pieces
Large solid pine bench, France, circa 1970
Located in VILLEURBANNE, FR
Large solid pine bench featuring a long rectangular seat with straightforward proportions, resting on straight assembled legs. The design is simple and utilitarian, highlighting the ...
Category
Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Benches
Materials
Pine
Pair of dark-stained beech chairs by René Gabriel, circa 1943
Located in VILLEURBANNE, FR
Pair of dark-stained beech chairs designed by René Gabriel, circa 1943.
These chairs are emblematic of René Gabriel’s work during the years surrounding the Second World War, a perio...
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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Wood
Cheerio lamp by Bernhard & Susanne Dessecker for Ingo Maurer, Germany, 1988
By Ingo Maurer
Located in VILLEURBANNE, FR
Cheerio floor lamp designed by the Desseckers in 1988 and produced in Germany.
The lamp features a slender vertical structure made of thin metal rods resting on a circular base, sup...
Category
Late 20th Century German Post-Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Metal
Solid Pine Bench by Christian Durupt, circa 1960
By Christian Durupt
Located in VILLEURBANNE, FR
Solid pine bench by Christian Durupt, designed for the Courchevel ski resort in the 1960s.
The bench features a thick rectangular seat resting on straight legs, with a solid backres...
Category
Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Pine
Solid Pine Dining Table, Les Arcs, France 1975
By Charlotte Perriand
Located in VILLEURBANNE, FR
Solid pine rectangular dining table, selected for the French ski resort "Les ARCS".
Passionate about mountains, Charlotte Perriand worked during 20 years (1967-1989) on the design ...
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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Tables
Materials
Pine
Pine Bench from Les Arcs, France, circa 1973
By Charlotte Perriand
Located in VILLEURBANNE, FR
Solid pine bench, model selected for Les Arcs 1800 ski resort, in the French Alps.
Perriand's passion for the mountains and her dedication to creating a perfect skiing experience is...
Category
Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Benches
Materials
Pine
Orion pendant light in aluminum by Max Sauze, France, circa 1970
By Max Sauze
Located in VILLEURBANNE, FR
Suite de sept suspensions par Max Sauze, datent d'environ 1975 et offrant des formes et dimensions variables et créant un jeu dynamique de lignes et de formes qui capture l'œil et en...
Category
Mid-20th Century French Space Age Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Aluminum
Illuminating nightstands, Pierre Guariche circa 1968
By Pierre Guariche
Located in VILLEURBANNE, FR
Pair of illuminated bedside shelves designed by Pierre Guariche for the apartments of the La Plagne ski resort in the 1960s.
Made from curved plywood and cream-white laminate, thes...
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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Night Stands
Materials
Plywood
Bauche Chairs by Charlotte Perriand, circa 1960, Set of 6
By Charlotte Perriand
Located in VILLEURBANNE, FR
Set of six Bauche No.19 lounge chairs, designed by Charlotte Perriand and produced by Steph Simon in the 1950s. This model reflects Perriand's interest in natural materials and esse...
Category
Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Stools
Materials
Rush, Ash
USM Haller Sideboard, Switzerland, circa 1970
By Usm Haller
Located in VILLEURBANNE, FR
Sideboard from the USM Haller modular system, developed by Paul Schärer and Fritz Haller from the 1960s onward and produced in Switzerland.
The piece is composed of two closed modu...
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Mid-20th Century Swiss Mid-Century Modern Sideboards
Materials
Metal
Fumi Table by Isamu Kenmochi, Japan Design 1961
By Isamu Kenmochi
Located in VILLEURBANNE, FR
Fumi model coffee table, designed by Japanese designer Isamu Kenmochi in the 1960s and produced by Tendo Mokko.
This table is distinguished by its two sculpted side supports holdin...
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Mid-20th Century Japanese Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Wood
Painted porcelain vase, La Borne workshop, France, circa 1990
Located in VILLEURBANNE, FR
Polygonal vase in slip-cast porcelain, with painted decoration and gold highlights. Broad, bluish and gray brushstrokes enliven the surface with a free and expressive gesture, revea...
Category
Late 20th Century French Post-Modern Vases
Materials
Porcelain
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