Pierre Jeanneret Chandigarh Chairs

A pair of Pierre Jeanneret Chandigarh chairs Pj-Si-28-B, Pierre Jeanneret, chair Pj-Si-28-B originally designed for the architectural offices in Chandigarh, India, 1955-56. The frame constructed of Burma teak, with the seat and backrest recently restored to the rare woven cane star pattern. The inverted 'V' shaped legs present the modern, functional profile lines typical of Jeanneret's work, matched by the incurved backrest attaching to the seat, and anchoring the tapered arms. One with partial original serial number to leg. Both in excellent condition and structurally sound. Provenance: Purchased Galerie P! Zurich, Switzerland. Literature: Ref Pj-Si-28-B page 563 in: Eric Touchaleaume & G. Moreau 'Le Corbusier Pierre Jeanneret - the Indian adventure ' Editions Gourcuff Gradenigo & Eric Touchaleaume Galerie 54- Paris 2010, height 31.89 in., width 20.87 in., depth 20.87 in. &, height 33.07 in., width 20.87 in., depth 20.87 in.