French modernist set of six chairs in the style of Maxime Old; Set of 6 chairs created in 1947 in the manner of Maxime Old , built with solid oak , its style finds its roots before WW2 but become dominant between 1945 and 1955. Rene Gabriel who was also a member of the UAM ( union des artist modernes ) with Charlotte Perriand and Prouve stood apart from classical approach of the Art Deco movement. This set was found in Le Havre which was a hot bed of creation for Gabriel and Old during the reconstruction after the war damage ( 1947-1962) . Old was a mentor for a lot of young designer like Guariche , Motte , Dangles , Paulin in their understanding of the social implication of the UAM movement ( Le Corbusier and Mallet-Steven founder); Cushion ready to be customed ou use as is ( I can facilitate this project )
Dimensions:
18"W X 17"D X 36"H recently refininished
45.75cm W X 43.25cm D X 91.5cm H

Reserve: $2,800.00

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