LC12
- Description
- Designer Bio
This table, which was designed by Le Corbusier and Pierre
Jeanneret in 1925 for the Maison La Roche in Paris is characterised by the
striking contrast between the support and what is supported. The pedestal, its
width reduced to the minimum in relation to its height, meets the large
horizontal plane and creates a stark contrast: a concept Le Corbusier explored
elsewhere. The plastic and poetic merit of this piece derives from the reversal
of roles: the table-top appears lighter than it really is, while the pedestal
appears much stronger than it looks. The LC 12 table is part of the “I Maestri”
collection; the table-tops are available in two sizes.
| About Designer | |
|---|---|
Le Corbusier & Pierre Jeanneret |
In 1922, Le Corbusier began working in the new rue de
Sèvres, Paris, atelier with his cousin Pierre Jeanneret with whom he shared
research projects and design criteria in a profound and life-long professional
relationship. In October 1927, the pair decided to draw on the
contribution of a young architect who had already begun to establish a
reputation on the architectural scene of the time: Charlotte Perriand. Their collaboration lasted through to 1937 and was
extremely fruitful, especially in the field of furniture design. The
partnership was highly significant, both in terms of the cultural weight of
their achievements and their professional successes. It was together with Charlotte Perriand that the pair
tackled the innovative project for “l’équipement d'intérieur de
l’habitation”. The resulting designs were of great intellectual value
and considerable commercial success. Thanks to Cassina’s ongoing production, there is
continued interest in the conceptual contents of the work and the level of
quality attained.
Due to these characteristics, each item in the
collection is eagerly awaited. |
