Pierre Jeanneret (1896-1967)
Student desk, model PJ-BU-08-C, and Armchair, model PJ-SI-28-D
France, India, c. 1953-60
teak, caning, upholstery
47 1/4"w x 24"d x 27 1/2"h; chair: 20 1/4"w x 22"d x 32"h


Provenance:
From the College of Architecture, Punjab University, and various Chandigarh Administrative Buildings, Chandigarh, India
Private Collection New York, New York

Literature:
Le Corbusier Pierre Jeanneret: The Indian Adventure, Design-Art-Architecture, Touchaleaume and Moreau, pg. 563 and pg. 574

CHAIR: Refinished. Caning replaced. No chips or cracks. No water rings or stains. No holes, tears, or stains to the seat cushion. Light surface scratches, scuffs and abrasions under the new finish. No breaks. Light wear consistent with age and use over time. Sturdy and structurally sound. Sturdy and structurally sound. Nicely restored and ready for use. DESK: Refinished. No water rings or stains. No chips or cracks. Small filled areas under the new finish. Light to moderate surface scratches, scuffs and abrasions. Sturdy and structurally sound. NOTE: the chair is slightly darker than the desk. Both pieces are nicely restored and ready for use.