PAIR OF BLACK TEAK ARMCHAIRS by Pierre JEANNERET (1896–1967) and...
PAIR OF BLACK TEAK ARMCHAIRS by Pierre JEANNERET (1896–1967) and LE CORBUSIER (1887–1965)
Teak “lawyer’s” armchairs with flat, sloping backs and bridge-style side legs.
Detachable armrests with rounded cuffs.
Seats, backs, and armrests upholstered in restored black shag leather
Circa 1955–1956
Provenance: Administrative building in Chandigarh, India, 2009
Dimensions: H: 89 x W: 63 x D: 61 cm approx.
Restorations for wear and maintenance; very slight damage to the sofa
Bibliography:
- Catalogue Raisonné of Jeanneret Chandigarh Furniture, Jacques Dworczak, Assouline, 2018; similar model on p. 184
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PAIR OF BLACK TEAK ARMCHAIRS by Pierre JEANNERET (1896–1967) and LE CORBUSIER (1887–1965)
Teak “lawyer’s” armchairs with flat, sloping backs and bridge-style side legs.
Detachable armrests with rounded cuffs.
Seats, backs, and armrests upholstered in restored black shag leather
Circa 1955–1956
Provenance: Administrative building in Chandigarh, India, 2009
Dimensions: H: 89 x W: 63 x D: 61 cm approx.
Restorations for wear and maintenance; very slight damage to the sofa
Bibliography:
- Catalogue Raisonné of Jeanneret Chandigarh Furniture, Jacques Dworczak, Assouline, 2018; similar model on p. 184