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Pierre Chareau: Un Inventeur, l'architecte
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Monograph on celebrated modernist architect and designer Pierre Chareau, published by Editions du Salon des Arts Managers in Paris, 1954. With text by Rene Herbst, preface by Francis Jourdain, and documentation from Madame Pierre Chareau. Numerous b/w illustrations of architecture, interiors, furniture, and lighting. Photos by Andre Kertesz, Jean Collas, Bonney, Thiriet. 124 pages, small quarto, softcover with paper wrappers and original complete glassine. Edition of 2,000. Minor chipping and creasing to glassine, otherwise a near fine copy. Now in a protective mylar cover.
- Creator:Pierre Chareau (Designer)
- Dimensions:Height: 9.5 in (24.13 cm)Width: 8.5 in (21.59 cm)Depth: 0.5 in (1.27 cm)
- Style:Mid-Century Modern (Of the Period)
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- Date of Manufacture:1954
- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use. Some minor chipping to glassine, otherwise in remarkably fresh and fine condition.
- Seller Location:New York, NY
- Reference Number:1stDibs: LU828520720502
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