A key figure in the history of modernism, Pierre Chareau continues to inspire contemporary architects and designers. It’s not just his pioneering approach to modern living spaces that has left an indelible mark, but also the way he interpreted the spirit of his time to create something eternal. The Maison de Verre (House of Glass), built in Paris between 1928 and 1932, is his most remarkable and groundbreaking work, an architectural jewel of metal, glass blocks, and concrete, where open-plan interiors announced a new way of inhabiting space. Like some of his esteemed peers, Chareau aimed at authoring a Gesamtkunstwerk, a German word that roughly translates as a “total work of art,” describing the creative process where different art forms are combined to create a single cohesive whole. Hence the iconic furniture pieces and lighting fixtures that the French maestro designed specifically for his Glass House. Combining industrial materials with traditional craftsmanship, these designs were a feat of flexibility and practicality and, ultimately, an ode to sophistication.
Most of the designs by Pierre Chareau have been reissued by Galerie MCDE. Acting as the keepers of Chareau’s legacy, they ensure that each piece is crafted with the utmost care, respecting the designer’s intention down to the smallest detail. From the iconic Nun Lamp and the Mouche wall sconce to the unmistakable Fan Side Table, these reissues tell us the story of 20th-century design and are a piece of history. We are delighted to present a curated selection of Pierre Chareau’s most emblematic designs, available in both their original dimensions and in customized iterations to fit any special project.
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