An original Cross Easy Chair designed by Pierre Jeanneret for Chandigarh, India, dating from 1955–56. This example retains its complete original teak frame and the painted PGI inventory marking on the rear rail.

The model is named ‘Cross Easy Chair’ on the blueprint made from the original Chandigarh drawing and is also known as the X-leg easy chair. Its construction is clearest in profile. The front leg sweeps back to meet the rear of the armrest, while the rear leg rises towards the front. The two cross just below the seat, leaving an open triangle beneath each arm. The caned seat projects forward of the X-frame, and the separate backrest reclines at a gentle angle. Viewed from behind, a shallow curve is visible across the width of the back.

What we particularly like about this example is the surviving lettering. Painted in a pale colour against the dark teak, it runs across the rear rail immediately below the caned backrest. The words ‘PGI/Admin’ and ‘Block/46/III’ remain clearly legible, recording the chair’s institutional use in Chandigarh. The variation in colour along the arms and the wear at the feet are among the details we wanted to preserve.

The chair has been structurally restored, and all wooden components are original to this example. Our conservators cleaned and waxed the teak, preserving its patina and the painted inventory marking. Both the seat and backrest have been re-caned, with the new cane carefully toned to complement the aged teak.

We have specialised in Pierre Jeanneret furniture since 2007 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 attribution, provenance or restoration of our Chandigarh pieces.

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