Charlotte Perriand Meribel Stool
Meribel stool by charlotte perriand 1950s for 2 868 00 6 13 2020.
Charlotte perriand meribel stool. Inspired by the traditional milking stools used by shepherds in the alps charlotte perriand s tabouret stools exude a simple honesty in form material and function. Born in paris architect and designer charlotte perriand is one of the most influential furniture designers of the early modern movement. In good original condition with minor wear consistent with. The turned seat meets the.
2 stools mod tabouret meribel. 45 cm another version of the milking stool taller than the tabouret berger it was created for a chalet in méribel france and inspired by local interior architecture. In this context her specific contribution focuses on interior composition conceived as creating a new way of living still today at the heart of. Collecting charlotte perriand s wood furniture with pieces ranging from elegant free form tables to simple alpine inspired stools and benches the french designer made rustic oak fir and pine.
Shop with global insured delivery at pamono. Chair and stool model meribel designed by charlotte perriand circa 1950 manufactured in france. Description pine wood diameter 32 x ht. Both pieces are inspired by the mountains.
While the latter takes its name from the milking stool used by alpine shepherds the former is inspired by the french locality much loved by designer and architect charlotte perriand. The stools available in three wood finishes and two sizes are distinguished by their gently indented turned seat and their stylized tripod legs. After famously initially being refused a job at le corbusier s studio receiving the renowned retort we don t embroider cushions here perriand s design prowess was initially overlooked. It was only when she exhibited her innovative the bar.
The stool features a striking ergonomic round seat that sports a shallow concave center with thick gently canted perimeter. Production france 1960 approx. The méribel stool is named after the location in france where the charlotte perriand had her beloved chalet for which she developed a number of iconic site specific pieces. Chair and stool model meribel designed by charlotte perriand circa 1950 manufactured in france.