André Sornay · 1902 - 2000
c. 1936 · Bridge armchair
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A bridge armchair with a geometric structure in solid and mahogany with brass nails. The solid armrests form a rectilinear architectural design, supported by openwork uprights extending into tapered front legs. The seat and straight backrest are upholstered in a light-colored, textured fabric.
André Sornay developed his first patent in 1932: the concept of “cloutage” that evokes aeroplane rivets. This new assembly technique involved attaching veneered panels onto a structure using small nails (“clous”). The alignment of these nails became both an element of decoration and a trademark. This patent led to the manufacture of limited series of furniture that remained financially accessible.
Specifications
- Dimensions
- H. 81 cm × L. 53 cm × P. 51 cm H. 31,9 in × L. 20,8 in × D. 20,7 in
- Materials
- Mahogany, Fabric
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