Charlotte Perriand: 10 things to know

One of the 20th century’s most important designers, Perriand set out to democratise her field, creating innovative, Asian-influenced furniture that embodied ‘the art of living’. lllustrated with works offered at Christie’s

Charlotte Perriand, Bench made for the cafeteria of the headquarters of the Sandoz Pharmaceutical Laboratories, circa 1967, offered in Design on 21 May 2025 at Christie's in Paris

Charlotte Perriand (1903-1999), bench made for the cafeteria of the Sandoz pharmaceutical laboratories headquarters, circa 1967. 28½ x 143¾ x 24⅜ in (72.5 x 365 x 64.5 cm). Offered on 21 May 2025 at Christie’s in Paris

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