Set of 4 “Dordogne” Chairs by Charlotte Perriand, circa 1950, France

DESCRIPTION: Set of 4 “Dordogne” chairs by Charlotte Perriand for Robert Sentou, Circa 1950, France. Woven straw seat.

CONDITION: Good condition. Wear consistent with age and use.

DIMENSIONS: Height: 80cm (31in) Width: 46cm (18in) Depth: 43cm (17in) Seat Height: 46cm (18in)

REFERENCE: CH 0110

ABOUT THE DESIGNER: 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.

ABOUT THE STYLE: Organically shaped, clean-lined and elegantly simple are three terms that well describe vintage mid-century modern furniture. The style, which emerged primarily in the years following World War II, is characterized by pieces that were conceived and made in an energetic, optimistic spirit by creators who believed that good design was an essential part of good living.