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
Organic pink sandstone sculpture by Robert Neuhauser, Switzerland 1980s
Located in VILLEURBANNE, FR
Sandstone sculpture by Robert Neuhauser, made in Switzerland in the mid-1980s.
Developed horizontally, the piece is structured around an elongated volume with softened contours, cr...
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Late 20th Century Swiss Post-Modern Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Sandstone
Totemic pink sandstone sculpture by Robert Neuhauser, Switzerland 1980s
Located in VILLEURBANNE, FR
Sandstone sculpture by Robert Neuhauser, made in Switzerland in the mid-1980s.
Developed vertically, the piece is structured around a tall volume with softened lines, articulated by...
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Late 20th Century Swiss Post-Modern Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Sandstone
Aerated concrete sculpture by Robert Neuhauser, Switzerland 1980s
Located in VILLEURBANNE, FR
Aerated concrete sculpture by Robert Neuhauser, made in Switzerland in the mid-1980s.
Composed of a monolithic volume carved with recesses and sharp edges, the piece introduces a mo...
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Late 20th Century Swiss Post-Modern Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Concrete
Shelving unit by Pierre Guariche for Negroni, La Plagne, 1960s
By Pierre Guariche
Located in VILLEURBANNE, FR
Shelving unit designed by Pierre Guariche for the development of La Plagne ski resort, produced by Negroni in the 1960s.
Made of pine wood, it features an open structure organized w...
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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Materials
Plywood
Cansado Desk by Charlotte Perriand, France circa 1962
By Charlotte Perriand
Located in VILLEURBANNE, FR
A desk designed by Charlotte Perriand in the late 1950s.
The rectangular top is laminated with a grey melamine and rests on a black lacquered metal structure, which includes a yello...
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Vintage 1950s Mauritanian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Tables
Materials
Metal
Pair of Uchiwa II wall lights by Ingo Maurer, Design M 1973
By Ingo Maurer
Located in VILLEURBANNE, FR
Pair of Uchiwa II wall lights designed by Ingo Maurer in 1973 and produced by Design M.
Crafted from bamboo and rice paper, these lamps play with the natural lightness and transpare...
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Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Bamboo, Paper
Pair of Uchiwa II wall lights by Ingo Maurer, Design M 1973
By Ingo Maurer
Located in VILLEURBANNE, FR
Pair of Uchiwa II wall lights designed by Ingo Maurer in 1973 and produced by Design M.
Crafted from bamboo and rice paper, these lamps play with the natural lightness and transpare...
Category
Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Bamboo, Paper
Serving cabinet, Le Corbusier, Pierre Guariche, Firminy, circa 1965
By Pierre Guariche
Located in VILLEURBANNE, FR
Serving cabinet designed by Le Corbusier and produced by Pierre Guariche for the Firminy Housing Unit, circa 1965.
This model is part of the Unités d'Habitation program developed af...
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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Materials
Wood
3 Doors "Bloc" Cabinet by Charlotte Perriand, Cansado, circa 19582.
By Charlotte Perriand
Located in VILLEURBANNE, FR
Sideboard "Bloc," an exceptionally rare piece in this 3-doors ash version, designed by Charlotte Perriand for the mining town of Cansado, Mauritania. Conceived for the residences and...
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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Sideboards
Materials
Metal
Pierre Guariche : Coat rack for La Plagne Ski Resort, circa 1968
By Pierre Guariche
Located in VILLEURBANNE, FR
Wall-mounted coat rack composed of a plywood panel veneered in blond mahogany, with four aluminum hooks.
This model was designed by Pierre Guariche for the interior fittings of the...
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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Plywood
Pierre Guariche : Coat rack for La Plagne Ski Resort, circa 1968
By Pierre Guariche
Located in VILLEURBANNE, FR
Wall-mounted coat rack composed of a plywood panel veneered in blond mahogany, with four aluminum hooks.
This model was designed by Pierre Guariche for the interior fittings of the...
Category
Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Plywood
Turned wood desk lamp, Swiss work, circa 1970
Located in VILLEURBANNE, FR
Desk lamp made of turned wood, circa 1970, likely Swiss work.
The solid circular base supports an inclined arm composed of cylindrical articulated elements. The shade, shaped as a ...
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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Wood
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