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Pierre Jeanneret, PJ-SI-30-D, Committee Armchair, Chandigarh, C. 1955
By Pierre Jeanneret
Located in Paris, FR
Pierre Jeanneret PJ-SI-30-D Committee armchair, circa 1955 Solid teak. Leather. Various
Category

Vintage 1950s Indian Armchairs

Materials

Leather, Teak

Pierre Jeanneret, PJ-SI-30-A, Committee Armchairs, Chandigarh, C. 1953
By Pierre Jeanneret
Located in Paris, FR
Pierre Jeanneret PJ-SI-30-A Pair of Committee armchair, circa 1953 Solid teak. Leather. Various
Category

Vintage 1950s Indian Armchairs

Materials

Leather, Teak

Pierre Jeanneret, PJ-SI-30-C, Committee Armchair, Chandigarh, circa 1955
By Pierre Jeanneret
Located in Paris, FR
Pierre Jeanneret PJ-SI-30-C Committee Armchair, circa 1955. Solid teak. Leather. Various
Category

Vintage 1950s Indian Armchairs

Materials

Leather, Teak

Pierre Jeanneret, PJ-SI-30-D, Committee Armchair, Chandigarh, circa 1955
By Pierre Jeanneret
Located in Paris, FR
Pierre Jeanneret PJ-SI-30-D Committee armchair, circa 1955 Solid teak. Various administrative
Category

Vintage 1950s Indian Armchairs

Materials

Leather, Teak

Pierre Jeanneret, PJ-SI-30-C, Committee Armchair, Chandigarh, circa 1955
By Pierre Jeanneret
Located in Paris, FR
Pierre Jeanneret PJ-SI-30-C Committee Armchair, circa 1955. Solid teak. Vintage leather
Category

Vintage 1950s Indian Armchairs

Materials

Leather, Teak

Pierre Jeanneret, PJ-SI-30-C, Committee Armchair, Chandigarh, circa 1955
By Pierre Jeanneret
Located in Paris, FR
Pierre Jeanneret PJ-SI-30-C Committee Armchair, circa 1955. Solid teak. Vintage leather
Category

Vintage 1950s Indian Armchairs

Materials

Leather, Teak

Pierre Jeanneret PJ-SI-48-A Upholstered Armchairs in Teak
By Pierre Jeanneret
Located in Toronto, Ontario
A true rarity to find a matching pair of scarce Pierre Jeanneret PJ-SI-48-A crossed leg upholstered
Category

Mid-20th Century Indian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Teak

Pierre Jeanneret, PJ-SI-26-A, Writing Chair
By Pierre Jeanneret
Located in Paris, FR
Pierre Jeanneret Writing chair, circa 1960 PJ-SI-26-A Solid teak. Version with right leg in
Category

Vintage 1960s Indian Armchairs

Materials

Teak, Cane

Pierre Jeanneret, PJ-SI-26-A, Writing Chair
Pierre Jeanneret, PJ-SI-26-A, Writing Chair
H 31.11 in W 22.05 in D 24.02 in
Pierre Jeanneret, PJ-SI-26-A, Writing Chair
By Pierre Jeanneret
Located in Paris, FR
Pierre Jeanneret Writing chair, circa 1960 PJ-SI-26-A Solid teak. Version with right leg in
Category

Vintage 1960s Indian Armchairs

Materials

Cane, Teak

Pierre Jeanneret, PJ-SI-26-A, Writing Chair
Pierre Jeanneret, PJ-SI-26-A, Writing Chair
H 31.11 in W 22.05 in D 24.02 in
Pierre Jeanneret PJ-SI-32-A Upholstered Easy Armchair
By Pierre Jeanneret
Located in Toronto, Ontario
An exceptional pair of authentic vintage Pierre Jeanneret upholstered easy chairs. These chairs
Category

Vintage 1950s Indian Mid-Century Modern Club Chairs

Materials

Teak

Pierre Jeanneret PJ-SI-68-A Sewing Stools Chandigarh India
By Pierre Jeanneret
Located in London, GB
A pair of wildly stylish original Pierre Jeanneret 'sewing' stools. Model PJ-SI-68-A low stools
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Vintage 1950s Indian Mid-Century Modern Stools

Materials

Teak

Pierre Jeanneret PJ-SI-Cane Sofa / Authentic Mid-Century Modern
By Pierre Jeanneret
Located in Zürich, CH
item is 100% the same. Pierre Jeanneret created sensual designs that are not only timeless but historic
Category

Vintage 1960s Indian Mid-Century Modern Benches

Materials

Cane, Teak

Pierre Jeanneret PJ-SI-20-A Chair / Authentic Mid-Century Modern
By Pierre Jeanneret
Located in Zürich, CH
and different to all the industrial design, where every item is 100% the same. Pierre Jeanneret
Category

Vintage 1950s Indian Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Cane, Teak

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

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
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Vintage 1950s Indian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Cane, Teak

Pierre Jeanneret PJ-SI-36-B Sofa / Authentic Mid-Century Modern
By Pierre Jeanneret
Located in Zürich, CH
roughness and support the chair's appearance. Pierre Jeanneret counts as one of the most influential
Category

Vintage 1950s Indian Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather, Upholstery, Teak

Pierre Jeanneret PJ-SI-32-B Sofa / Authentic Mid-Century Modern
By Pierre Jeanneret
Located in Zürich, CH
simplicity and roughness and support the chair's appearance. Pierre Jeanneret counts as one of the most
Category

Vintage 1950s Indian Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Upholstery, Teak, Leather

Pierre Jeanneret PJ-SI-59-A Kangaroo Chair / Authentic Mid-Century
By Pierre Jeanneret
Located in Zürich, CH
different to all the Industrial Design, where every item is 100% the same. Pierre Jeanneret created sensual
Category

Vintage 1950s Indian Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Cane, Teak

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 PJ-SI-38-B Sofa / Authentic Mid-Century Modern
By Pierre Jeanneret
Located in Zürich, CH
appearance. Pierre Jeanneret counts as one of the most influential architects and designers of the modernist
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 PJ-SI-21-A High Stool / Authentic Mid-Century Modern
By Pierre Jeanneret
Located in Zürich, CH
High round stool in solid teak and braided cane work, type PJ-SI-21-A. Circular seat with teak and
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Vintage 1960s Indian Mid-Century Modern Stools

Materials

Cane, Teak

Pierre Jeanneret PJ-SI-25-E Student Chair / Authentic Mid-Century Modern
By Pierre Jeanneret
Located in Zürich, CH
sculptural chairs Pierre Jeanneret did. So the chair appears even from the backside strong. Its patinated
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Mid-20th Century Indian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Leather, Teak

Pierre Jeanneret PJ-SI-41-A Advocate Chair / Authentic Mid-Century Modern
By Pierre Jeanneret
Located in Zürich, CH
appearance. Pierre Jeanneret counts as one of the most influential architects and designers of the modernist
Category

Vintage 1950s Indian Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather, Upholstery, Teak

Pierre Jeanneret Pj-SI-25-A Chair / Authentic Mid-Century Modern Chandigarh
By Pierre Jeanneret
Located in Zürich, CH
Pierre Jeanneret did. So the chair appears even from the backside strong. Its patinated teak gives that
Category

Vintage 1950s Indian Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Cane, Teak

Pierre Jeanneret PJ-SI-25-A Chair / Authentic Mid-Century Modern Chandigarh
By Pierre Jeanneret
Located in Zürich, CH
the beams get at the ends thinner. It is one of the most sculptural chairs Pierre Jeanneret did. So
Category

Vintage 1950s Indian Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Cane, Teak

Pierre Jeanneret PJ-SI-33-C Cane Bench / Authentic Mid-Century Modern
By Pierre Jeanneret
Located in Zürich, CH
. Pierre Jeanneret created sensual designs that are not only timeless but historic. It has letters that
Category

Vintage 1950s Indian Mid-Century Modern Benches

Materials

Cane, Teak

Office Cane Chairs by Pierre Jeanneret, PJ-SI-28-A, Chandigarh, 1955
By Pierre Jeanneret
Located in Antwerp, BE
Iconic "Office Cane Chairs" created by Pierre Jeanneret in the 1950s for the city of Chandigarh in
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Vintage 1950s Indian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Cane, Wood

Pierre Jeanneret PJ-SI-59-B Bench Seat / Authentic Mid-Century Modern
By Pierre Jeanneret
Located in Zürich, CH
: Residential building, Chandigarh. Literature: Le Corbusier Pierre Jeanneret, Chandigarh, India, Galerie
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Vintage 1960s Indian Mid-Century Modern Benches

Materials

Cane, Wood

Pierre Jeanneret PJ-SI-30-D Committee Chair / 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

Mid-20th Century Indian Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Teak, Leather

Pierre Jeanneret PJ-SI-06-A Armless Chair / Mid-Century Modern Chandigarh
By Pierre Jeanneret
Located in Zürich, CH
building, Chandigarh. Literature: Published in "CH-DSGN", Zurich in 2023; Le Corbusier Pierre Jeanneret
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Vintage 1950s Indian Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Iron

Pierre Jeanneret PJ-SI-41-B Advocate Sofa / Authentic Mid-Century Modern
By Pierre Jeanneret
Located in Zürich, CH
appearance. Pierre Jeanneret counts as one of the most influential architects and designers of the modernist
Category

Vintage 1950s Indian Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather, Upholstery, Teak

Pierre Jeanneret PJ-SI-58-A Stool / Authentic Mid-Century Modern Chandigarh
By Pierre Jeanneret
Located in Zürich, CH
Pierre Jeanneret. Each part is authentic Mid-Century, each part is originally from that stool. No wooden
Category

Vintage 1960s Indian Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Metal

Pierre Jeanneret PJ-SI-54-A Box Chair / Authentic Mid-Century Modern
By Pierre Jeanneret
Located in Zürich, CH
with an identification number. About Us: We are located in Switzerland, the origin of Pierre Jeanneret
Category

Vintage 1960s Indian Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Cane, Teak

Pierre Jeanneret PJ-SI-42-A Bridge Chair / Authentic Mid-Century Modern
By Pierre Jeanneret
Located in Zürich, CH
sofa." This is the "Rolls Royce" of all Pierre Jeanneret objects. It is so valuable because Le
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Vintage 1950s Indian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Upholstery, Teak

Pierre Jeanneret PJ-SI-10-A Fireside chair / Authentic Mid-Century Modern
By Pierre Jeanneret
Located in Zürich, CH
"Fireside Chair" by Pierre Jeanneret is a characteristic low lounge chair. Because of its
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20th Century Indian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Cane, Teak

Pierre Jeanneret Pj-SI-46-a Office Armchair / Authentic Mid-Century Modern
By Pierre Jeanneret
Located in Zürich, CH
time it’s very sharp and fierce. The X-shape legs are characteristic of Pierre Jeanneret’s design for
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Vintage 1960s Indian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Cane, Teak

Pierre Jeanneret PJ-SI-29-A Easy Chair / Authentic Mid-Century Modern
By Pierre Jeanneret
Located in Zürich, CH
nonchalance. Its A-shape legs are characteristic for many Pierre Jeannerets design items in Chandigarh. It has
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Vintage 1950s Indian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Cane, Teak

Pierre Jeanneret PJ-SI-01-C Bamboo Armchair / Mid-Century Modern Chandigarh
By Pierre Jeanneret
Located in Zürich, CH
authentic Mid-Century piece from Chandigarh designed by Pierre Jeanneret. Each part is authentic Mid-Century
Category

Vintage 1950s Indian Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Jute, Cotton, Bamboo, Cord, Rope

Pierre Jeanneret PJ-SI-55-a Stool / Authentic Mid-Century Modern Chandigarh
By Pierre Jeanneret
Located in Zürich, CH
: That is an authentic Mid-Century piece from Chandigarh designed by Pierre Jeanneret. Each wooden part
Category

Vintage 1960s Indian Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Teak

Pierre Jeanneret PJ-SI-45-A / B SET / Authentic Mid-Century Modern
By Pierre Jeanneret
Located in Zürich, CH
of Pierre Jeannerets design for Chandigarh and you can see it on many objects. There is a similar
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Vintage 1950s Indian Mid-Century Modern Living Room Sets

Materials

Cane, Teak

Pierre Jeanneret PJ-SI-33-E Teak Bench / Authentic Mid-Century Modern
By Pierre Jeanneret
Located in Zürich, CH
the industrial design, where every item is 100% the same. Pierre Jeanneret created sensual designs
Category

Vintage 1950s Indian Mid-Century Modern Benches

Materials

Teak

Pierre Jeanneret PJ-SI-32-A Sofa Chair / Authentic Mid-Century Modern
By Pierre Jeanneret
Located in Zürich, CH
underline its simplicity and roughness and support the chair's appearance. Pierre Jeanneret counts as one of
Category

Vintage 1950s Indian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Teak

Pierre Jeanneret PJ-SI-32-A Sofa Chair / Authentic Mid-Century Modern
By Pierre Jeanneret
Located in Zürich, CH
underline its simplicity and roughness and support the chair's appearance. Pierre Jeanneret counts as one of
Category

Vintage 1950s Indian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Teak

Pierre Jeanneret PJ-SI-57-A Stool / Authentic Mid-Century Modern Chandigarh
By Pierre Jeanneret
Located in Zürich, CH
are located in Switzerland, the origin of Pierre Jeanneret and Le Corbusier. Proud to offer you our
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Vintage 1960s Indian Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Metal

Pierre Jeanneret PJ-SI-07-A Hanging Armchair/ Mid-Century Modern Chandigarh
By Pierre Jeanneret
Located in Zürich, CH
Certificate of Authenticity. About us: We are located in Switzerland, the origin of Pierre Jeanneret and
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Vintage 1950s Indian Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Metal

Pierre Jeanneret PJ-SI-24-A Square Stool / Authentic Mid-Century Modern
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 Stools

Materials

Cane, Teak

Pierre Jeanneret PJ-SI-28-D Office Armchair / Authentic Mid-Century Modern
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

Pierre Jeanneret PJ-SI-59-D Kangaroo Chair / Authentic Mid-Century Modern
By Pierre Jeanneret
Located in Zürich, CH
the industrial design, where every item is 100% same. Pierre Jeanneret created sensual designs that
Category

Vintage 1950s Indian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Cane, Teak

Pierre Jeanneret PJ-SI-66-A Tripod Stool / 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

Antique Early 1600s Indian Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Teak, Cotton, Rope

Pierre Jeanneret PJ-SI-54-A Box Chairs Authentic Mid-Century Modern, Chandigarh
By Pierre Jeanneret
Located in Hasselt, VLI
(A set of 4 available / price per piece) authentic PJ-SI-54-A box chairs by Pierre Jeanneret
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Mid-20th Century Indian Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Cane, Teak

Pierre Jeanneret PJ-SI-59-A Pair of Kangaroo Chairs / Authentic Mid-Century
By Pierre Jeanneret
Located in Zürich, CH
different to all the Industrial Design, where every item is 100% the same. Pierre Jeanneret created sensual
Category

Vintage 1950s Indian Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Cane, Teak

Pierre Jeanneret PJ-SI-25-A Pair of Chairs / Authentic Mid-Century Chandigarh
By Pierre Jeanneret
Located in Zürich, CH
seat, where the beams get at the ends thinner. It is one of the most sculptural chairs Pierre Jeanneret
Category

Vintage 1950s Indian Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Cane, Teak

Pierre Jeanneret PJ-SI-25-A Low Chair / Authentic Mid-Century Modern Chandigarh
By Pierre Jeanneret
Located in Zürich, CH
one of the most sculptural chairs Pierre Jeanneret did. So the chair appears even from the backside
Category

Vintage 1950s Indian Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Cane, Teak

Pierre Jeanneret PJ-SI-22-A Pair of Stools / Authentic Mid-Century Modern
By Pierre Jeanneret
Located in Zürich, CH
-Century pieces from Chandigarh designed by Pierre Jeanneret. Each wooden part is authentic Mid-Century
Category

Vintage 1960s Indian Mid-Century Modern Stools

Materials

Teak

Pierre Jeanneret PJ-SI-41-A Pair of Advocate Chairs / Authentic Mid-Century
By Pierre Jeanneret
Located in Zürich, CH
appearance. Pierre Jeanneret counts as one of the most influential architects and designers of the modernist
Category

Vintage 1950s Indian Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather, Upholstery, Teak

Pierre Jeanneret PJ-SI-28-A Cane Office Armchair / 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 Armchairs

Materials

Cane, Teak

Pierre Jeanneret PJ-SI-18-A Leather Armless Chair/ 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

Mid-20th Century Indian Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Hide, Teak

Pierre Jeanneret PJ-SI-32-C Low Committee Chair / Authentic Mid-Century Modern
By Pierre Jeanneret
Located in Zürich, CH
underline its simplicity and roughness and support the chair's appearance. Pierre Jeanneret counts as one of
Category

Mid-20th Century Indian Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Leather, Teak

Pierre Jeanneret PJ-SI-28-A Cane Office Armchair / 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 Armchairs

Materials

Cane, Teak

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Pierre Jeanneret Pj Si For Sale on 1stDibs

Find many varieties of an authentic pierre jeanneret pj si available at 1stDibs. Frequently made of wood, hardwood and teak, every pierre jeanneret pj si was constructed with great care. Whether you’re looking for an older or newer pierre jeanneret pj si, there are earlier versions available from the 20th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 20th Century. Each pierre jeanneret pj si bearing Mid-Century Modern or Modern hallmarks is very popular.

How Much is a Pierre Jeanneret Pj Si?

A pierre jeanneret pj si can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price 1stDibs is $18,900, while the lowest priced sells for $3,720 and the highest can go for as much as $147,388.

Pierre Jeanneret for sale on 1stDibs

If his famed cousin and longtime colleague Charles-Édouard Jeanneret — better known as Le Corbusier — was the visionary, then Pierre Jeanneret was the member of the architecture and design team who got things done. In recent years, Jeanneret has emerged from Le Corbusier’s shadow, as collectors have discovered his simple and striking chairs, benches, coffee tables and other furniture creations.

Jeanneret studied at the École des Beaux-Arts in Geneva and after he graduated in 1921 he became a partner in Le Corbusier’s office in Paris. The pair collaborated on numerous residential projects, most notably the Villa Savoye, the iconic modernist house in suburban Paris completed in 1931.

Jeanneret also worked with the great Charlotte Perriand on the Grand Modele line of tubular metal furnishings that was a sensation at the annual Salon d’Automne design expo in 1929. A rift developed between Jeanneret and his cousin during World War II, as the former joined the French resistance, while Le Corbusier cooperated with the occupying authorities in Vichy. The two did not work together again until 1950, when Le Corbusier persuaded Jeanneret to help execute the master plan for the new city of Chandigarh in Punjab, India. Jeanneret lived and worked there until the final years of his life.

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 and Perriand — including such as the now-classic LC4 chaise longue and the Grand Confort lounge chair — have a sensuous, relaxed and welcoming look. Conversely, while Jeanneret uses essentially geometric forms for his wooden seating pieces, they exude warmth by nature of the material.

One of Jeanneret’s first manufactured designs in wood is the Model 92 Scissors chair, licensed by Hans and Florence Knoll when they were touring postwar France. But Jeanneret’s finest work in furniture was done in Chandigarh, and these are the pieces that have earned him recent renown.

Crafted of teak, the Chandigarh designs range from low-slung lounge chairs and armchairs with cane seats to desks and tables, most with Jeanneret’s signature drafting compass-shaped legs. Many such pieces on the market today are refurbished, having been found by dealers languishing in scrapyards in India in the late 1990s. Chandigarh is now taking better care of its modernist heritage, making available Jeanneret works all the rarer.

Find authentic vintage Pierre Jeanneret chairs, case pieces, tables and other furniture today on 1stDibs.

Finding the Right Seating for You

With entire areas of our homes reserved for “sitting rooms,” the value of quality antique and vintage seating cannot be overstated.

Fortunately, the design of side chairs, armchairs and other lounge furniture — since what were, quite literally, the early perches of our ancestors — has evolved considerably.

Among the earliest standard seating furniture were stools. Egyptian stools, for example, designed for one person with no seat back, were x-shaped and typically folded to be tucked away. These rudimentary chairs informed the design of Greek and Roman stools, all of which were a long way from Sori Yanagi's Butterfly stool or Alvar Aalto's Stool 60. In the 18th century and earlier, seats with backs and armrests were largely reserved for high nobility.

The seating of today is more inclusive but the style and placement of chairs can still make a statement. Antique desk chairs and armchairs designed in the style of Louis XV, which eventually included painted furniture and were often made of rare woods, feature prominently curved legs as well as Chinese themes and varied ornaments. Much like the thrones of fairy tales and the regency, elegant lounges crafted in the Louis XV style convey wealth and prestige. In the kitchen, the dining chair placed at the head of the table is typically reserved for the head of the household or a revered guest.

Of course, with luxurious vintage or antique furnishings, every chair can seem like the best seat in the house. Whether your preference is stretching out on a plush sofa, such as the Serpentine, designed by Vladimir Kagan, or cozying up in a vintage wingback chair, there is likely to be a comfy classic or contemporary gem for you on 1stDibs.

With respect to the latest obsessions in design, cane seating has been cropping up everywhere, from sleek armchairs to lounge chairs, while bouclé fabric, a staple of modern furniture design, can be seen in mid-century modern, Scandinavian modern and Hollywood Regency furniture styles.

Admirers of the sophisticated craftsmanship and dark woods frequently associated with mid-century modern seating can find timeless furnishings in our expansive collection of lounge chairs, dining chairs and other items — whether they’re vintage editions or alluring official reproductions of iconic designs from the likes of Hans Wegner or from Charles and Ray Eames. Shop our inventory of Egg chairs, designed in 1958 by Arne Jacobsen, the Florence Knoll lounge chair and more.

No matter your style, the collection of unique chairs, sofas and other seating on 1stDibs is surely worthy of a standing ovation.

Questions About Pierre Jeanneret
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    A Jeanneret chair is a piece of furniture designed by Pierre Jeanneret or in his style. Many of his pieces feature wood construction and clean, understated lines. Some of his most famous chairs include the Model 92 Scissors chair and the 055 Capitol Complex chair. On 1stDibs, find a range of Pierre Jeanneret chairs.