A pioneer of modernism in France, Charlotte Perriand was one of the most influential figures in 20th-century design and architecture. In her long career, Perriand’s aesthetic grammar constantly evolved, moving from the tubular steel furniture of the Machine Age to a lyrical naturalism that is reflected in her enduring designs for chairs, sconces, daybeds and other works.
Perriand’s studies at the Ecole de L'Union Centrale de Arts Decoratifs left her enthralled by Charles-Édouard "Le Corbusier" Jeanneret and his vision of a new, rational architecture. In 1924, she joined his studio to design furniture along with Pierre Jeanneret, Corbu’s partner and cousin.
Together, they devised some of the finest examples of early modernist furniture, including two icons of the era: the B306 chaise — later renamed the LC4 — with its swooping frame and hide upholstery; and the chunky, steel-framed Grand Confort club chair. Both pieces were part of the LC line, which saw the trio of designers carrying out bold experiments with tubular chromed steel, just as architect and Bauhaus faculty member Marcel Breuer had executed with his cantilever Cesca chair around the same time. (Furniture created by Perriand, Le Corbusier and Pierre Jeanneret was originally produced by Austrian manufacturer Thonet but Italian firm Cassina acquired the production and sales rights to their works in 1964.)
Collaborative design produced another Perriand triumph: in the early 1950s, she and Jean Prouvé were engaged to produce desks, worktables and bookcases for the University of Paris. The bookcases — slim pine shelves with brightly painted aluminum dividers — are minimalist mid-century masterpieces.
By the end of that decade, Perriand’s aesthetic had changed completely from the earliest days of her career. She produced a series of furniture in ebonized wood: chairs with gentle S-curve legs, front and back; tables with elliptical tops. In the 1960s, Perriand pushed the boundaries of prefab to produce high-quality housing and furnishings at low cost for the French ski resort Les Arcs. She also adopted an almost rustic look at the time, designing simple chairs with dowel-cut frames and rush seats.
Everything in Perriand’s oeuvre is beautiful, whether it’s the centerpiece of a décor or an accent, and her work is in every great design collection, public and private.
The vintage Charlotte Perriand furniture for sale on 1stDibs includes stools, coffee tables, case pieces, lighting and more.
Wall mounted cabinet by Charlotte Perriand, France, 1970s
By Charlotte Perriand
Located in Tokyo, Tokyo
A wall-mounted cabinet designed by Charlotte Perriand. Crafted from solid wood, this piece reflects her work focused on modularity, clarity of structure, and everyday function. A res...
Wood
White Cabinet by Charlotte Perriand for Les Arc Ski Resort
By Charlotte Perriand
Located in Tokyo, Tokyo
A minimalist storage cabinet designed for the Les Arc ski resort by Charlotte Perriand. Functional, honest and beautifully restrained.
Wood
Charlotte Perriand Side Board from Les Arcs, 2 Doors, Green Top
By Charlotte Perriand
Located in Tokyo, Tokyo
A wall-mounted cabinet designed by Charlotte Perriand. This is designed for Les Arcs ski resort in 1970s. This beautiful two door cabinet is made from pine wood and melamine laminate...
Laminate, Pine
Charlotte Perriand Side Board from Les Arcs, 2 Doors, Green Top
By Charlotte Perriand
Located in Tokyo, Tokyo
A wall-mounted cabinet designed by Charlotte Perriand. This is designed for Les Arcs ski resort in 1970s. This beautiful two door cabinet is made from pine wood and melamine laminate...
Laminate, Pine
White Cabinet by Charlotte Perriand for Les Arc Ski Resort
By Charlotte Perriand
Located in Tokyo, Tokyo
A minimalist storage cabinet designed for the Les Arc ski resort by Charlotte Perriand. Functional, honest and beautifully restrained.
Wood
Locker cabinet by Charlotte Perriand, Les Arcs, France, 1970s
By Charlotte Perriand
Located in Tokyo, Tokyo
Locker cabinet designed by Charlotte Perriand for Les Arcs ski resort. Constructed in pine with original green painted doors, this utilitarian yet warm piece reflects Perriand’s huma...
Wood
Wall Mounted 'Les Arcs’ Cabinet / Sideboard by Charlotte Perriand, France 1970s
By Charlotte Perriand
Located in Echt, NL
Wall Mounted ‘Les Arcs’ Cabinet in very good condition. Designed by Charlotte Perriand in the 1970s for the Les Arcs ski resort in France. This beautiful two door cabinet is made from Solid pine, laminate and veneered lacquered panels. The top is made from a anthracite laminate and is framed by a solid pine wooden rim. The doors and sides of the cabinet are made from a white lacquered veneer, on the doors you can find two large solid pine knobs. There is one shelve behind each of the doors. The cabinet was fully restored and is in very good condition. We have a similar model in another listing. We offer a variety of insured shipping services, ask us for the possibilities and competitive pricing. If you have any questions about our shipping options or this item please feel free to contact us. Charlotte Perriand was born on 24 October 1903 in Paris. She studied at the École de l'Union Centrale des Arts Décoratifs from 1920 to 1925. Two years later, she began working as an interior designer, based at her studio on Place Saint-Sulpice. Her research and interest in furniture design led her to collaborate with Le Corbusier and Pierre Jeanneret in the 1920s and 1930s. During this time she worked on major projects including the Villa Church, the Villa Savoye, the Cité du Réfuge for the French Salvation...
Laminate, Wood, Pine, Lacquer
Wall Mounted Cabinet by Charlotte Perriand for 'Les Arcs', France, 1970s
By Charlotte Perriand
Located in Antwerp, BE
Wall mounted cabinet designed by Charlotte Perriand for Les Arcs Ski Resort in France. This stunning two-door cabinet brings together the beauty of solid pine, laminate, and veneered...
Wood, Pine
Wall Mounted Cabinet by Charlotte Perriand for 'Les Arcs', France, 1970s
By Charlotte Perriand
Located in Antwerp, BE
Wall mounted cabinet designed by Charlotte Perriand for Les Arcs Ski Resort in France. This stunning 3-door cabinet brings together the beauty of solid pine, laminate, and veneered l...
Wood, Pine
Wall Mounted 'Les Arcs’ Cabinet / Sideboard by Charlotte Perriand, France, 1970s
By Charlotte Perriand
Located in Echt, NL
Wall mounted ‘Les Arcs’ Cabinet in very good condition. Designed by Charlotte Perriand in the 1970s for the Les Arcs ski resort in France. This beautiful two door cabinet is made from Solid pine, laminate and veneered lacquered panels. The top is made from a anthracite laminate and is framed by a solid pine wooden rim. The doors and sides of the cabinet are made from a white lacquered veneer, on the doors you can find two large solid pine knobs. There is one shelve behind each of the doors. The cabinet was fully restored and is in very good condition. We have a similar model in another listing. We offer a variety of insured shipping services, ask us for the possibilities and competitive pricing. If you have any questions about our shipping options or this item please feel free to contact us. Charlotte Perriand was born on 24 October 1903 in Paris. She studied at the École de l'Union Centrale des Arts Décoratifs from 1920 to 1925. Two years later, she began working as an interior designer, based at her studio on Place Saint-Sulpice. Her research and interest in furniture design led her to collaborate with Le Corbusier and Pierre Jeanneret in the 1920s and 1930s. During this time she worked on major projects including the Villa Church, the Villa Savoye, the Cité du Réfuge for the French Salvation...
Laminate, Wood, Pine, Lacquer
Wall Mounted Cabinet by Charlotte Perriand for Les Arcs, France, 1970s
By Charlotte Perriand
Located in Antwerp, BE
Designed in the 1970s for the Les Arcs ski resort in France, this wall-mounted cabinet exemplifies Charlotte Perriand’s mature approach to functional modernism, shaped by her long-st...
Wood, Pine
Charlotte Perriand
By Charlotte Perriand
Located in Grenoble, FR
Charlotte Perriand wall sideboard with doors and drawers Steph Simon from the famous Les Adrets residence. Certainly the most accomplished residence and the closest to the aspiration...
Plastic, Pine
