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Piere Jeanneret PJ-L-05-A Single Bed / Authentic Mid-Century Modern

About the Item

Here we see a decision to project the universal ideals of modernity onto Indian reality. However, this piece was inspired by North Indian culture, as well the cosmic and spiritual Indian perception, that changed the rationalist perception of Pierre Jeanneret in a substantial way. This item expresses a specific rawness. There is no need for precise execution or the desire to appear sophisticated. It is simple, self-evident, and direct. It is made out of basic elements. The limitations of the craftsmen’s workshop in Chandigarh allowed for the development of their own language: essential and cleared of everything irrelevant. All massive wood parts are authentic. They are done in Indian teak. Rich in texture, the wood is vivid and comes in chocolate colour. The surface is treated with shellac and there are several layers of original shellac. It provides smooth irregular gloss different from that of the sterile lacquerware nowadays. Charming irregularities show that each piece is unique. The piece is primitive in its approach and has been made out of eight pieces of wood. The legs resemble the ones insects have, their width variating along the vertical axis. Cotton straps are intersecting one another and are stretched within the massive frame. Daybed is dismantlable. I think the piece blends well with many interior styles. It can support pure, modern aesthetics by giving them a warmer character with its natural materials and warm colours. As a daybed, it is an uncompromising piece of each living space. P! Galerie’s selection is mainly focused on rare French mid-century modern design artefacts by Pierre Jeanneret, Jean Prouvé, Le Corbusier, and Charlotte Perriand. Artefacts from our carefully curated collection are handpicked, and all traces and important indicators of authenticity are evaluated professionally. We try to preserve as much of patina as possible during the process of restoration, as it defines these historic pieces. Each object comes with a certificate of authenticity, offering you the opportunity to own a valuable artefact originating from a UNESCO-designated World Heritage Site. Not only do we cooperate with museums and offer auction houses our services and expert opinion, we also look forward to welcoming you as a private collector and connoisseur. Literature: Eric Touchaleaume and Gerald Moreau, 'Le Corbusier, Pierre Jeanneret: The Indian Adventure, Design-Art-Architecture' (Paris: Gourcuff Gradenigo, 2011), 320, 590.
  • Creator:
    Pierre Jeanneret (Designer)
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 37.8 in (96 cm)Width: 78.75 in (200 cm)Depth: 16.15 in (41 cm)
  • Style:
    Modern (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
    Cedar,Cotton,Teak,Hand-Woven
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1955-1956
  • Condition:
    Refinished. Wear consistent with age and use. The object was in great condition. Just a cleaning and a nourrishing of all wood pieces.
  • Seller Location:
    Zürich, CH
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: B81-A1stDibs: LU2566317015462

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