Pierre Jeanneret, desk and chair from the
Pierre Jeanneret
desk and chair from the Administrative Buildings, Chandigarh
France/India, c. 1960
teak, cane, upholstery, aluminum
30 h × 45 w × 28 d in (76 × 114 × 71 cm)
Chair measures: 32.25 h x 23 d x 20 w inches. Desk features four drawers.
Provenance: Administrative Buildings, Chandigarh | Private Collection, New York
Literature: Le Corbusier Pierre Jeanneret: The Indian Adventure, Design-Art-Architecture, Touchaleaume and Moreau, ppg. 562-563, 577
This work can be previewed, and collected from, Wright in Chicago.
Condition Report: Wood surfaces have been cleaned, in keeping with other examples, preserving older wear from use. Top exhibits advanced surface wear in the form of long abrasions and areas of discoloration along edges. Small areas of erosion and wear to outer edges of desk. Caning has been updated and is free of any breaks or losses. Good vintage condition.
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Pierre Jeanneret
desk and chair from the Administrative Buildings, Chandigarh
France/India, c. 1960
teak, cane, upholstery, aluminum
30 h × 45 w × 28 d in (76 × 114 × 71 cm)
Chair measures: 32.25 h x 23 d x 20 w inches. Desk features four drawers.
Provenance: Administrative Buildings, Chandigarh | Private Collection, New York
Literature: Le Corbusier Pierre Jeanneret: The Indian Adventure, Design-Art-Architecture, Touchaleaume and Moreau, ppg. 562-563, 577
This work can be previewed, and collected from, Wright in Chicago.
Condition Report: Wood surfaces have been cleaned, in keeping with other examples, preserving older wear from use. Top exhibits advanced surface wear in the form of long abrasions and areas of discoloration along edges. Small areas of erosion and wear to outer edges of desk. Caning has been updated and is free of any breaks or losses. Good vintage condition.
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