Charlotte Perriand: Méribel chair for Steph Simon, circa 1950

Méribel chair designed by Charlotte Perriand in the 1950s for the accommodations of the Méribel resort. This example comes directly from the resort and belongs to the first editions distributed by Steph Simon. The black-stained ash frame supports a woven straw seat, a traditional weave associated with Savoyard furniture. An authentic model, designed for everyday use at altitude. Seat height: 40 cm. Edition: Steph Simon, circa 1950. Bibliography: Jacques Barsac, Charlotte Perriand, Un art d'habiter, Éditions Norma, 2005, p. 251.