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Pierre Jeanneret, Type Chair, ca. 1958-59

About the Item

This piece comes from the famous Chandigarh project in India, as when India gained independence in 1947, Nehru decided to commission a contemporary architect for the creation of the new capital of the Punjab region, which would become Chandigarh. Le Corbusier's project was designed to illustrate the bright future of the new country. The project also included the creation of all the furniture of administrative buildings and housing. For the design of this furniture, Le Corbusier chose Pierre Jeanneret, his cousin and lifelong collaborator. Both of these architects-designer's styles remained eminently modern, while respectful of India savoir-faire and craftsmanship.
  • Creator:
    Pierre Jeanneret (Designer)
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 31.89 in (81 cm)Width: 17.52 in (44.5 cm)Depth: 20.67 in (52.5 cm)
  • Style:
    Mid-Century Modern (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1958-1959
  • Condition:
    Repaired: Very light and conservative restauration.
  • Seller Location:
    Paris, FR
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU2626323969032
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