Pierre Jeanneret Model: Pj-010803 Committee Chairs Chandigarh 1953-54 - a Pair

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Pierre Jeanneret Model: PJ-010803 Committee Chairs Chandigarh 1953-54

Superior Mid-20th Century set of Two Pierre Jeanneret Teak Armchairs, Model: PJ010803, … more Pierre Jeanneret Model: PJ-010803 Committee Chairs Chandigarh 1953-54

Superior Mid-20th Century set of Two Pierre Jeanneret Teak Armchairs, Model: PJ010803, commonly known as ‘Committee Chair’ or ‘Fauteuil En Teck’, originated from Chandigarh, India around 1953-54. These chairs showcase their iconic, tall, and graceful Jeanneret ‘Compass’ style legs, a flat profiled inverted ‘V’ shape, which also forms the armrest supports. Featuring distinctive “Roll” arm covers, each chair bears original markings on the underside of the back rail, indicating their designation. This particular set has been expertly restored and reupholstered in premium Ivory Bouclé fabric. As with all our Pierre Jeanneret offerings, these items are accompanied by a comprehensive collection of pre-restoration images and a certificate of authenticity. They are an ideal choice for enhancing the elegance of dining rooms or boardrooms. Available for reservation now.

Historical Context: These chairs were originally used in the High Court and various administrative buildings in Chandigarh, sector 1, and at Panjab University, sector 14

Condition: These items have been restored to the highest possible standard to the original specification whilst importantly retaining all historical marks, scuffs, character and patina.

Dimensions Chairs:

Width: 23.5” / 60cm

Depth: 24”/ 61cm

Height: 34” / 86cm

Floor to seat: 17” / 44cm

Floor to arm: 25.5” / 65cm less