An authentic set of five Pierre Jeanneret low stools from the Post Graduate Institute in Chandigarh, India, dating from circa 1960. These rare Chandigarh stools are an excellent example of the utilitarian modernism that emerged from Jeanneret’s architectural and furniture programme for the city, combining a simple industrial structure with the warmth and sculptural qualities of solid teak.

Each circular seat is crafted from substantial solid Burmese teak, displaying a rich, dark patina developed through decades of use. True to Jeanneret’s practical approach to furniture, the seats feature a subtly dished, concave surface that gives the substantial timber a softer and more comfortable profile.

The solid teak tops are mounted directly onto slender painted-iron tripod bases, with the three legs joined by an intersecting triangular footrest. The combination of the circular wooden seat and precise geometric metal base creates an elegant balance between organic material and architectural structure. This particular set was originally painted light greyish-blue, a colour widely used by Jeanneret throughout the furniture designed for Chandigarh.

The stools retain extensive historic wear, oxidation and character marks acquired through decades of institutional use. This includes minor rusting and areas of paint loss to the iron bases, together with numerous small dents, scratches, marks and indentations to the teak. We feel this level of wear is entirely appropriate to their history and gives the stools an authenticity and character that would be impossible to reproduce.

Despite their relatively simple construction, the stools have been carefully cleaned and sympathetically restored by specialist UK-based museum furniture restorers. The teak has been lightly hand-waxed, preserving the depth and character of its original patina while leaving the surfaces clean and well presented. The iron bases have also been cleaned while retaining their natural age, oxidation and historic character.

We particularly like these low stools and regularly use them ourselves at the gallery, whether around a table or as additional seating. Their compact proportions and simple construction make them exceptionally versatile, and we have supplied examples for use in galleries, offices and private residences. Equally successful as occasional seating or side tables, they work particularly well where their architectural simplicity can be appreciated.

The stools are priced as a set of five. We currently have individual stools and sets in varying quantities available. If you are looking for a particular number, please contact us and we can select the best-matched group and provide detailed photographs.

We have specialised in Pierre Jeanneret furniture for nearly nineteen years and have extensive experience in identifying, sourcing, restoring and selling his work. Given the number of later reproductions and incorrectly attributed pieces now on the market, we understand the importance of provenance, construction, materials and restoration when assessing Chandigarh furniture. We are always happy to discuss these aspects in detail and answer any questions regarding the authenticity, provenance or restoration of our Jeanneret pieces.

Viewing is warmly welcomed at our West London showroom.

High-resolution photographs, detailed condition reports and video inspections are available upon request.

We offer local, national and international shipping.

Please contact us for further information or to arrange a private viewing.