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Pierre Jeanneret Mid-Century Teak 'Student' Compass Desk
Located in London, GB
A scarce 'student' desk by Pierre Jeanneret.
Formed from teak.
India, c1960s.
Compass
Category
Mid-20th Century Indian Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Wood
Pierre Jeanneret Mid-Century Library Dining Chairs '4'
Located in London, GB
A set of four 'Library' dining chairs.
Pierre Jeanneret, India, c1960s.
Scarce and
Category
Mid-20th Century French Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Wood
Pierre Jeanneret Mid-Century Chandigarh PJ-SI-25-A Chair
By Pierre Jeanneret
Located in London, GB
A Pierre Jeanneret authentic dining or occasional chair.
Ideal for use at a desk or as fireside
Category
Vintage 1960s Indian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Cane, Teak
Pair of Pierre Jeanneret Mid-Century Stools PJ-SI-34-A
By Pierre Jeanneret
Located in London, GB
A pair of Pierre Jeanneret wooden stools.
India, Chandigargh, c1960s.
Solid teak.
Caned
Category
Mid-20th Century Indian Stools
Materials
Teak
Pierre Jeanneret Mid-Century Office Cane Chair PJ-SI-S8-B
By Pierre Jeanneret
Located in London, GB
An original office teak and cane chair.
India, Chandigarh, c1955.
Characteristic compass legs.
Original stencilling to the reverse.
Model: PJ-SI-28-B
Remains in go...
Category
Mid-20th Century Indian Chairs
Materials
Cane, Teak
Pierre Jeanneret Mid Century Wooden Office Chair in Teak & Rattan Produced 1950s
By Pierre Jeanneret
Located in Stockholm, SE
Rare mid century dining / office wooden chair in teak and rattan by Pierre Jeanneret produced for
Category
Vintage 1950s Indian Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Materials
Rattan, Teak
H 31.11 in W 20.08 in D 21.26 in
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
Category
Vintage 1950s Indian Mid-Century Modern Desks
Materials
Rattan, Teak
H 28.35 in W 44.89 in D 23.63 in
Pierre Jeanneret Library / Dining Table, Mid-Century Modern, Teak
By Pierre Jeanneret
Located in Stamford, CT
Pierre Jeanneret 'Library Table' Model PJ-TAT-08-A
Monumental collector's table in solid teak
Category
Mid-20th Century Indian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Tables
Materials
Teak
Pierre Jeanneret PJ-Rare Chair / Authentic Mid-Century Modern
By Pierre Jeanneret
Located in Zürich, CH
Mid-Century piece from Chandigarh designed by Pierre Jeanneret. Each wooden part is authentic Mid
Category
Vintage 1950s Indian Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Cane, Teak
Pierre Jeanneret PJ-Divers-01 / Authentic Mid-Century Modern
By Pierre Jeanneret
Located in Zürich, CH
every item is 100% same. Pierre Jeanneret created sensual designs that are not only timeless but
Category
Vintage 1950s Indian Mid-Century Modern Paintings and Screens
Materials
Cotton, Teak
Pierre Jeanneret Stool
By Pierre Jeanneret
Located in Toronto, Ontario
A very rare modernist stool by Pierre Jeanneret for the Chandigarh Project, circa 1956 Model PJ-SI
Category
Vintage 1950s Indian Mid-Century Modern Stools
Materials
Teak
Pierre Jeanneret Stool
By Pierre Jeanneret
Located in Toronto, Ontario
A very rare modernist stool by Pierre Jeanneret for the Chandigarh Project circa 1956
Model PJ
Category
Vintage 1950s Indian Mid-Century Modern Stools
Materials
Teak
Pierre Jeanneret PJ-TAT-08-A Table / Mid-Century Modern
By Pierre Jeanneret
Located in Zürich, CH
Pierre Jeanneret. Each wooden part is authentic Mid-Century, each wooden part is originally from that
Category
Mid-20th Century Indian Mid-Century Modern Conference Tables
Materials
Teak
Pierre Jeanneret Daybed
By Pierre Jeanneret
Located in Toronto, Ontario
A very nice and rather rare daybed or diwan by Pierre Jeanneret for the Chandigarh Project, circa
Category
Vintage 1950s Indian Mid-Century Modern Daybeds
Materials
Teak
Pierre Jeanneret Bench
By Pierre Jeanneret
Located in Toronto, Ontario
An exceptional solid Sissoo bench by Pierre Jeanneret for the Chandigarh Project, circa 1956
Category
Vintage 1950s Indian Mid-Century Modern Benches
Materials
Wood
Pierre Jeanneret, French Mid-Century Modern, Lounge Chairs, Cane, Chandigarh
By Pierre Jeanneret
Located in Stamford, CT
Pierre Jeanneret, French Mid-Century Modern, Lounge Chairs, Cane, Chandigarh
Pierre Jeanneret 'Low
Category
Mid-20th Century Indian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Cane, Teak
H 30 in W 21 in D 28.5 in
Pierre Jeanneret, French Mid-Century Modern, Lounge Chairs, Chandigarh, 1950s
By Pierre Jeanneret
Located in Stamford, CT
Pierre Jeanneret, French Mid-Century Modern, Lounge Chairs, Chandigarh, 1950s
Pair of rare Pierre
Category
Vintage 1950s Indian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Cane, Teak
H 29 in W 21 in D 25 in
Two Pierre Jeanneret Sofa Chairs / Authentic Mid-Century Modern, Chandigarh
By Pierre Jeanneret
Located in Zürich, CH
is an authentic Mid-Century piece from Chandigarh designed by Pierre Jeanneret. Each wooden part is
Category
Mid-20th Century Indian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Cowhide, Teak
H 29.53 in W 20.48 in D 30.71 in
Pierre Jeanneret, French Mid-Century Modern, Bridge Sofa, Chandigarh, 1960s
By Pierre Jeanneret
Located in Stamford, CT
Pierre Jeanneret, French Mid-Century Modern, Bridge Sofa, Chandigarh, 1960s
Bridge Sofa, Mid
Category
Vintage 1960s Indian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Teak
Pierre Jeanneret, French Mid-Century Modern Storage Chest, Teak, Chandigarh
By Pierre Jeanneret
Located in Stamford, CT
Pierre Jeanneret, French Mid-Century Modern, Dirty Linen Basket, Cane, Teak, Chandigarh, India c
Category
Vintage 1960s Indian Mid-Century Modern Blanket Chests
Materials
Cane, Teak
H 17 in W 28.25 in D 14.5 in
Pierre Jeanneret, French Mid-Century Modern, High Stools, Teak, Chandigarh
By Pierre Jeanneret
Located in Stamford, CT
Pierre Jeanneret, French Mid-Century Modern, High Bar Stools, Teak, Chandigarh, India c. 1960s
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Category
Vintage 1950s Mid-Century Modern Stools
Materials
Metal
Pierre Jeanneret, French Mid-Century Modern Storage Chest, Teak, Chandigarh
By Pierre Jeanneret
Located in Stamford, CT
Pierre Jeanneret, French Mid-Century Modern, Dirty Linen Basket, Cane, Teak, Chandigarh, India c
Category
Vintage 1960s Indian Mid-Century Modern Blanket Chests
Materials
Cane, Teak
H 17 in W 28.25 in D 18.25 in
Pierre Jeanneret, French Mid-Century Modern, Lounge Chairs, Chandigarh, 1960s
By Pierre Jeanneret
Located in Stamford, CT
Pierre Jeanneret, French Mid-Century Modern, Upholstered Lounge Chairs, White Linen, India, 1960s
Category
Vintage 1960s Indian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Linen, Teak
H 29.5 in W 30 in D 28 in
Pierre Jeanneret PJ-SI-Cane Sofa / Authentic Mid-Century Modern
By Pierre Jeanneret
Located in Zürich, CH
. We love that
Authenticity: That is an authentic Mid-Century piece from Chandigarh designed by Pierre
Category
Vintage 1960s Indian Mid-Century Modern Benches
Materials
Cane, Teak
Pierre Jeanneret Style Mid-Century 'Student' Compass Desk, India 1960's
By Pierre Jeanneret
Located in New York, NY
Undocumented but very much in the style of Pierre Jeanneret Style Mid-Century 'Student' Compass
Category
Mid-20th Century Indian Mid-Century Modern Desks
Materials
Teak
Pierre Jeanneret Coffee Table
By Pierre Jeanneret
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pierre Jeanneret Coffee table from Chandigarh, India, circa 1960. Teak and glass.
Provenance
Category
Mid-20th Century Indian Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Glass, Teak
Pierre Jeanneret X-Easy Armchair Authentic Mid-Century Modern Chandigarh
By Pierre Jeanneret
Located in Zürich, CH
time it’s very sharp and fierce. The X-shape legs are characteristic of Pierre Jeannerets design for
Category
Vintage 1950s Indian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Teak
H 27.17 in W 22.05 in D 28.75 in
Pierre Jeanneret Pigeonhole Desk
By Pierre Jeanneret
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pierre Jeanneret (1896-1967) played a pivotal role in modernism, notably in collaboration with his
Category
Antique Mid-19th Century Indian Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Leather, Teak
Pierre Jeanneret Easy Chair
By Pierre Jeanneret
Located in Soho, London, GB
Iconic easy chair by Pierre Jeanneret from the administrative offices of Chandigarh, India
Category
Mid-20th Century Indian Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Cane, Teak
Pierre Jeanneret / Le Corbusier "Pigeon Hole" Mid Century Wooden Desk, 1950s
By Pierre Jeanneret
Located in Stockholm, SE
, India designed by Pierre Jeanneret and Le Corbusier, 1950s. A great and iconic mid century piece in
Category
Vintage 1950s Indian Mid-Century Modern Desks
Materials
Leather, Teak
H 28.35 in W 48.04 in D 32.68 in
Pierre Jeanneret PJ-SI-62-A Armchair / Authentic Mid-Century Modern
By Pierre Jeanneret
Located in Zürich, CH
from Chandigarh designed by Pierre Jeanneret. Each wooden part is authentic Mid-Century, each wooden
Category
Vintage 1960s Indian Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Cane, Teak
Pierre Jeanneret, French Mid-Century Modern, Bridge Chairs, Chandigarh c. 1960s
By Pierre Jeanneret
Located in Stamford, CT
Pierre Jeanneret, French Mid-Century Modern, Bridge Chairs, Chandigarh c. 1960s
Pair of Pierre
Category
Vintage 1960s Indian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Teak
H 32 in W 28 in D 29 in
Pierre Jeanneret, French Mid-Century Modern, Arm Chair, Chandigarh c. 1960s
By Pierre Jeanneret
Located in Stamford, CT
Pierre Jeanneret, French Mid-Century Modern, Office Chair, Model PJ-SI-28-B, Chandigarh c. 1960s
Category
Vintage 1960s Indian Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Cane, Teak
H 30 in W 19.5 in D 19 in
Pierre Jeanneret Attr., French Mid-Century Modern, Bridge Sofa Set, Chandigarh
By Pierre Jeanneret
Located in Stamford, CT
Pierre Jeanneret Attr., French Mid-Century Modern, Bridge Sofa Set, Chandigarh
Upholstered bridge
Category
Vintage 1960s Indian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Teak
H 32 in W 64 in D 29 in
Pierre Jeanneret PJ-SI-20-A Chair / Authentic Mid-Century Modern
By Pierre Jeanneret
Located in Zürich, CH
from Chandigarh designed by Pierre Jeanneret. Each wooden part is authentic Mid-Century, each wooden
Category
Vintage 1950s Indian Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Cane, Teak
Pierre Jeanneret, French Mid-Century Modern, Sofa, X-Leg, Chandigarh, 1960s
By Pierre Jeanneret
Located in Stamford, CT
Pierre Jeanneret, French Mid-Century Modern, Upholstered Sofa, X-Leg, White Linen, India, 1960s
Category
Vintage 1960s Indian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Linen, Teak
H 29.5 in W 67 in D 30 in
Pierre Jeanneret Coffee Table
By Pierre Jeanneret
Located in Toronto, Ontario
A very unusual and rather rare Pierre Jeanneret coffee table in solid and plated teak.
This
Category
Vintage 1960s Indian Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Teak
Pierre Jeanneret, French Mid-Century Modern, Six Dining Chairs, Teak, Chandigarh
By Pierre Jeanneret
Located in Stamford, CT
Pierre Jeanneret, French Mid-Century Modern, Six Dining Chairs, Teak, Chandigarh
Set of six Pierre
Category
Mid-20th Century Indian Mid-Century Modern Side Chairs
Materials
Faux Leather, Teak
H 31 in W 14.25 in D 19.75 in
Authentic Pierre Jeanneret PJ-SI-28-A Office Chair / Mid-Century
By Pierre Jeanneret
Located in Zürich, CH
Pierre Jeanneret. Each wooden part is authentic Mid-Century, each wooden part is originally from that
Category
Vintage 1950s Indian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Cane, Teak
Pierre Jeanneret, French Mid-Century, Kangaroo Chairs, Teak, Cane, India, 1960s
By Pierre Jeanneret
Located in Stamford, CT
Pierre Jeanneret, French Mid-Century, Kangaroo Chairs, Teak, Cane, India, 1960s
Pierre Jeanneret
Category
Vintage 1960s Indian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Cane, Teak
H 23.25 in W 20.5 in D 25.5 in
Pierre Jeanneret PJ-SI-28-B Armchair / Authentic Mid-Century Modern
By Pierre Jeanneret
Located in Zürich, CH
authentic Mid-Century piece from Chandigarh designed by Pierre Jeanneret. Each wooden part is authentic Mid
Category
Vintage 1950s Indian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Cane, Teak
Pierre Jeanneret, French-Mid Century Modern, Dining Table, Teak, India, 1960s
By Pierre Jeanneret
Located in Stamford, CT
Pierre Jeanneret Dining Table, Model PJ-TA-01-A
Minimalist dining table (6' x 3') featuring a
Category
Mid-20th Century Indian Mid-Century Modern Conference Tables
Materials
Teak
H 30 in W 72 in D 36 in
Pierre Jeanneret PJ-SI-59-A Kangaroo Chair / Authentic Mid-Century
By Pierre Jeanneret
Located in Zürich, CH
from Chandigarh designed by Pierre Jeanneret. Each wooden part is authentic Mid-Century, each wooden
Category
Vintage 1950s Indian Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Cane, Teak
Pierre Jeanneret PJ-SI-32-B Sofa / Authentic Mid-Century Modern
By Pierre Jeanneret
Located in Zürich, CH
Chandigarh designed by Pierre Jeanneret. Each wooden part is authentic Mid-Century, each wooden part is
Category
Vintage 1950s Indian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Upholstery, Teak, Leather
Pierre Jeanneret PJ-SI-36-B Sofa / Authentic Mid-Century Modern
By Pierre Jeanneret
Located in Zürich, CH
designed by Pierre Jeanneret. Each wooden part is authentic Mid-Century, each wooden part is originally
Category
Vintage 1950s Indian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather, Upholstery, Teak
Pierre Jeanneret PJ-SI-28-B Armchair / Authentic Mid-Century Modern
By Pierre Jeanneret
Located in Zürich, CH
the market.
Authenticity: That is an authentic Mid-Century piece from Chandigarh designed by Pierre
Category
Vintage 1950s Indian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Cane, Teak
Pierre Jeanneret Teak Mid-Century "Office Chair" for Chandigarh, India, 1950s
By Pierre Jeanneret
Located in Stockholm, SE
Rare "office chair" in teak designed by Pierre Jeanneret for his and Le Corbusier's Chandigarh
Category
Vintage 1950s Indian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Rattan, Teak
H 32.29 in W 20.08 in D 21.66 in
Pierre Jeanneret PJ-SI-38-B Sofa / Authentic Mid-Century Modern
By Pierre Jeanneret
Located in Zürich, CH
is an authentic Mid-Century piece from Chandigarh designed by Pierre Jeanneret. Each wooden part is
Category
Vintage 1950s Indian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather, Upholstery, Teak
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
Category
Vintage 1950s Indian Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Materials
Rosewood
Pierre Jeanneret PJ-SI-25-E Student Chair / Authentic Mid-Century Modern
By Pierre Jeanneret
Located in Zürich, CH
authentic Mid-Century piece from Chandigarh designed by Pierre Jeanneret. Each wooden part is authentic Mid
Category
Mid-20th Century Indian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Leather, Teak
H 33.47 in W 17.72 in D 21.26 in
Pierre Jeanneret PJ-R-14-A Cupboard / Authentic Mid-Century Modern
By Pierre Jeanneret
Located in Zürich, CH
selection is mainly focused on rare French mid-century modern design artefacts by Pierre Jeanneret, Jean
Category
Vintage 1950s Indian Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Materials
Brass
Pierre Jeanneret Office Chair
By Pierre Jeanneret
Located in Soho, London, GB
Office chairs from the administrative buildings of Chandigarh (PJ-SI-28-B).
Category
Mid-20th Century Indian Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Materials
Teak
Pierre Jeanneret PJ-BU-14-A Executive Desk / Authentic Mid-Century Modern
By Pierre Jeanneret
Located in Zürich, CH
authentic Mid-Century piece from Chandigarh designed by Pierre Jeanneret. Each wooden part is authentic Mid
Category
Mid-20th Century Indian Mid-Century Modern Tables
Materials
Teak
H 28.15 in W 61.03 in D 61.03 in
Pierre Jeanneret PJ-TA-04-A Square Table / Authentic Mid-Century Chandigarh
By Pierre Jeanneret
Located in Zürich, CH
designed by Pierre Jeanneret. Each wooden part is authentic Mid-Century, each wooden part is originally
Category
Mid-20th Century Indian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Tables
Materials
Teak
H 28.35 in W 36.03 in D 36.03 in
Mid Century Wooden Teak & Rattan Bench by Pierre Jeanneret for Chandigarh, 1950s
By Pierre Jeanneret
Located in Stockholm, SE
Very rare mid century wooden bench in teak and rattan by Pierre Jeanneret produced for Punjab
Category
Vintage 1950s Indian Mid-Century Modern Benches
Materials
Rattan, Teak
H 15.75 in W 53.94 in D 18.12 in
Pierre Jeanneret, French Mid-Century Modern, Sofa Set, X-Leg, Chandigarh, 1960s
By Pierre Jeanneret
Located in Stamford, CT
Pierre Jeanneret, French Mid-Century Modern, Upholstered Sofa Set, X-Leg, White Linen, India, 1960s
Category
Mid-20th Century Indian Mid-Century Modern Living Room Sets
Materials
Linen, Wood
H 29.5 in W 67 in D 30 in
Pierre Jeanneret Pj-SI-25-A Chair / Authentic Mid-Century Modern Chandigarh
By Pierre Jeanneret
Located in Zürich, CH
piece from Chandigarh designed by Pierre Jeanneret. Each wooden part is authentic Mid-Century, each
Category
Vintage 1950s Indian Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Cane, Teak
H 33.47 in W 17.92 in D 20.08 in
Pierre Jeanneret PJ-SI-25-A Chair / Authentic Mid-Century Modern Chandigarh
By Pierre Jeanneret
Located in Zürich, CH
Chandigarh designed by Pierre Jeanneret. Each wooden part is authentic Mid-Century, each wooden part is
Category
Vintage 1950s Indian Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Cane, Teak
H 33.08 in W 16.15 in D 19.1 in
Mid Century Pierre Jeanneret Stool in Teak & Iron Produced for Chandigarh, 1950s
By Pierre Jeanneret
Located in Stockholm, SE
Rare mid century low / bar stool in teak and iron by Pierre Jeanneret produced for Chandigarh
Category
Vintage 1950s Indian Mid-Century Modern Stools
Materials
Iron
H 18.9 in Dm 15.75 in
Rare Pair of French Mid-Century Modern Craftsman Wood Chairs, Pierre Jeanneret
By Pierre Jeanneret
Located in New York, NY
An Elegant Pair of French Mid-Century Modern Craftsman Side or Lounge Chairs in the style of Pierre
Category
Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Side Chairs
Materials
Hardwood
H 39 in W 20 in D 26 in
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Pierre Jeanneret Midcentury For Sale on 1stDibs
At 1stDibs, there are many versions of the ideal pierre jeanneret midcentury for your home. A pierre jeanneret midcentury — often made from wood, hardwood and teak — can elevate any home. If you’re shopping for a pierre jeanneret midcentury, we have 553 options in-stock, while there are 68 modern editions to choose from as well. You’ve searched high and low for the perfect pierre jeanneret midcentury — we have versions that date back to the 18th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 21st Century are available. Each pierre jeanneret midcentury bearing Mid-Century Modern or Modern hallmarks is very popular. You’ll likely find more than one pierre jeanneret midcentury that is appealing in its simplicity, but Pierre Jeanneret, Cassina and Le Corbusier, Jeanneret, Perriand produced versions that are worth a look.
How Much is a Pierre Jeanneret Midcentury?
Prices for a pierre jeanneret midcentury start at $450 and top out at $147,388 with the average selling for $11,920.
A Close Look at Mid-Century Modern Furniture
Organically shaped, clean-lined and elegantly simple are three terms that well describe vintage mid-century modern furniture. The style, which emerged primarily in the years following World War II, is characterized by pieces that were conceived and made in an energetic, optimistic spirit by creators who believed that good design was an essential part of good living.
ORIGINS OF MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGN
- Emerged during the mid-20th century
- Informed by European modernism, Bauhaus, International style, Scandinavian modernism and Frank Lloyd Wright’s architecture
- A heyday of innovation in postwar America
- Experimentation with new ideas, new materials and new forms flourished in Scandinavia, Italy, the former Czechoslovakia and elsewhere in Europe
CHARACTERISTICS OF MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGN
- Simplicity, organic forms, clean lines
- A blend of neutral and bold Pop art colors
- Use of natural and man-made materials — alluring woods such as teak, rosewood and oak; steel, fiberglass and molded plywood
- Light-filled spaces with colorful upholstery
- Glass walls and an emphasis on the outdoors
- Promotion of functionality
MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGNERS TO KNOW
- Charles and Ray Eames
- Eero Saarinen
- Milo Baughman
- Florence Knoll
- Harry Bertoia
- Isamu Noguchi
- George Nelson
- Danish modernists Hans Wegner and Arne Jacobsen, whose emphasis on natural materials and craftsmanship influenced American designers and vice versa
ICONIC MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGNS
- Eames lounge chair
- Nelson daybed
- Florence Knoll sofa
- Egg chair
- Womb chair
- Noguchi coffee table
- Barcelona chair
VINTAGE MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE ON 1STDIBS
The mid-century modern era saw leagues of postwar American architects and designers animated by new ideas and new technology. The lean, functionalist International-style architecture of Le Corbusier and Bauhaus eminences Ludwig Mies van der Rohe and Walter Gropius had been promoted in the United States during the 1930s by Philip Johnson and others. New building techniques, such as “post-and-beam” construction, allowed the International-style schemes to be realized on a small scale in open-plan houses with long walls of glass.
Materials developed for wartime use became available for domestic goods and were incorporated into mid-century modern furniture designs. Charles and Ray Eames and Eero Saarinen, who had experimented extensively with molded plywood, eagerly embraced fiberglass for pieces such as the La Chaise and the Womb chair, respectively.
Architect, writer and designer George Nelson created with his team shades for the Bubble lamp using a new translucent polymer skin and, as design director at Herman Miller, recruited the Eameses, Alexander Girard and others for projects at the legendary Michigan furniture manufacturer.
Harry Bertoia and Isamu Noguchi devised chairs and tables built of wire mesh and wire struts. Materials were repurposed too: The Danish-born designer Jens Risom created a line of chairs using surplus parachute straps for webbed seats and backrests.
The Risom lounge chair was among the first pieces of furniture commissioned and produced by legendary manufacturer Knoll, a chief influencer in the rise of modern design in the United States, thanks to the work of Florence Knoll, the pioneering architect and designer who made the firm a leader in its field. The seating that Knoll created for office spaces — as well as pieces designed by Florence initially for commercial clients — soon became desirable for the home.
As the demand for casual, uncluttered furnishings grew, more mid-century furniture designers caught the spirit.
Classically oriented creators such as Edward Wormley, house designer for Dunbar Inc., offered such pieces as the sinuous Listen to Me chaise; the British expatriate T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings switched gears, creating items such as the tiered, biomorphic Mesa table. There were Young Turks such as Paul McCobb, who designed holistic groups of sleek, blond wood furniture, and Milo Baughman, who espoused a West Coast aesthetic in minimalist teak dining tables and lushly upholstered chairs and sofas with angular steel frames.
As the collection of vintage mid-century modern chairs, dressers, coffee tables and other furniture for the living room, dining room, bedroom and elsewhere on 1stDibs demonstrates, this period saw one of the most delightful and dramatic flowerings of creativity in design history.
Questions About Pierre Jeanneret Midcentury
- 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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Japanese Teak Sideboard
Vintage Industrial Sign Letters
Old Teak Bench
Pierre J Lounge
South Asian Hardwood Benches
Low Side Jean
Jean Prouve Side Table
South Asian Cane Dining Room Chairs
Teak Linen Cabinet
Vintage Student Desk Chair
Maison Royere
Vintage Student Desk And Chair
Clear Bookshelf
Teak Wood Bookshelf