Mid-Century Modern Furniture & Design
Timed Online Auction, 4 September - 1 October 2025
Furniture, lighting and rugs
Lot Estimate
ZAR 18 000 - 20 000
Current Bid
Starting at ZAR 18 000
Location
Cape Town
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About this Item
France 20th century
Pair of 'LC1' armchairs after a 1928 design by Le Corbusier, Pierre Jeanneret and Charlotte Perriand
the curved hinged chrome frame with cowhide back and seat, leather strap arms, raised on tubular legs joined by front and back stretchers
(2)
c.1970-1980
height: 65cm; width: 58,5cm; depth: 45cm
Notes
The LC1 "Basculant" (which means rocking or tilting in French) armchair designed by Le Corbusier, Pierre Jeanneret and Charlotte Perriand in 1928 is often referred to as the 'sling chair' and was first introduced at the Salon d'Automne in Paris in 1929. Inspired by campaign chairs, the back is suspended and can pivot slightly to accommodate body movement.
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