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LeMonde
5 days ago
- Business
- LeMonde
Charlotte Perriand's family's relentless mission to keep her legacy alive
One might imagine Charlotte Perriand's daughter lounging in the famous chaise longue her mother designed in 1928, cradled by a steady flow of royalties. But in reality, she is a busy woman welcoming visitors to the designer's former Paris workshop, which, following her mother's death in 1999, has become her office. Pernette Perriand-Barsac, 80 years old, with bright blue eyes, short hair and spotless sneakers, radiates a certain authority. Standing behind her, a head taller, was her husband and work partner, Jacques Barsac, 73, talkative and affable. Out of sheer modesty, he described himself as the "gofer" of their small, informal business devoted to Charlotte Perriand's legacy. The author of around 10 works on her career, including a four-volume catalogue raisonné (critical catalogue), Jacques Barsac is a workhorse. He is also the leading expert on "Charlotte," as he and his wife affectionately call her. In the design world, they are known simply as "Pernette and Jacques," famous for their determination. For the past 20 years, these highly sought-after heirs have skillfully managed the legacy of their mother and mother-in-law. Nothing said, written or produced about Charlotte Perriand has escaped their attention. "They are in control," said an employee of the Fondation Louis Vuitton, who saw them at work during the major retrospective "Charlotte Perriand: Inventing a New World," which Jacques Barsac co-curated, in 2019. 'I was always there for her' Spread out over all floors of the Frank Gehry-designed building, displaying objects, furniture, reconstructed spaces – including the Maison au bord de l'eau ("House by the Water") and the refuge Tonneau ("Barrel Shelter") – as well as paintings by Fernand Léger and Pablo Picasso, this monumental exhibition drew 450,000 visitors, far exceeding all expectations. The Perriand-Barsacs oversaw every detail. "Their commitment moved and impressed me more than I can say," recalled Jean-Paul Claverie, a close cultural adviser to French billionaire Bernard Arnault, CEO of LVMH, which owns the foundation. "They were driven by a sense of urgency to keep Charlotte's spirit alive." They could have delivered the exhibition turnkey, given their profound knowledge of the subject.
Vogue Singapore
25-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Vogue Singapore
Design reissues are 2025's biggest interiors trend
Some of the most coveted furniture designs today were created decades ago, their enduring appeal untouched by trends old and new. As homeowners look to timeless pieces that continue to make a statement, a new wave of iconic mid-century and modernist designs have been brought back into production with faithful reverence, meticulous precision and, often, a touch of sustainable innovation. Much like fashion's archival revival, these design reissues carry a certain sense of pedigree, drawn up by some of the biggest names in the industry. Earlier this year, the 63rd edition of the acclaimed Milan Design Week saw the reveal of many of such pieces. Saint Laurent brought back four pieces by pioneering 20th-century designer Charlotte Perriand—three created for her own home and one for a diplomat's residence, all of which have previously been unseen until now. Phantom Hands also revived a collection of works by acclaimed architect Geoffrey Bawa, known for his distinct way of weaving classic modern simplicity with unique Sri Lankan flair. In today's homes, these celebrated designs are conversation starters, subtle centrepieces and for those in the know, the marks of a tastemaker. Below, we round up the most coveted design reissues of the season. Courtesy of Mohd 1 / 14 Marset Lauro table lamp, by P Aragay and J Pérez Mateo in 1973 Courtesy of Ligne Roset 2 / 14 Ligne Roset Kashima armchair, by Michel Ducaroy in 1976 Courtesy of Ikea 3 / 14 Ikea Skålboda armchair, by Niels Gammelgaard in 1983 Courtesy of CB2 4 / 14 CB2 Pill lamp, based on archive sketches by Bill Curry in the late 1960s Courtesy of Wiener GTV Design 5 / 14 Wiener GTV Design Boomerang desk, by Enzo Mari in 2001 Courtesy of Thayer Coggin 6 / 14 Thayer Coggin Cruisin' lounge chair and ottoman, by Milo Baughman in 1965 Courtesy of Tacchini 7 / 14 Tacchini Africa chair, by Afra and Tobia Scarpa in 1975 Courtesy of Mohd 8 / 14 Santa & Cole La Bella Durmiente floor lamp, by Gabriel Ordeig Cole and Nina Masó in 1987 Courtesy of Saint Laurent 9 / 14 Saint Laurent Indochina guest armchair, by Charlotte Perriand in 1943 Courtesy of Carl Hansen & Søn 10 / 14 Carl Hansen & Søn Spherical bed, by Kaare Klint in 1938 11 / 14 Molteni&C Monk armchair, by Afra and Tobia Scarpa in 1973 Courtesy of CB2 12 / 14 CB2 Memoria table lamp, by Gianfranco Frattini in 1961 Courtesy of Phantom Hands 13 / 14 Phantom Hands Kandalama Cafe chair, by Geoffrey Bawa in 1994 @commedesgarcons 14 / 14 Comme des Garçons No. 2 chair, by Rei Kawakubo in 1983
Times
02-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Times
Louis Vuitton plates: bold, bright and beautifully over the top
Louis Vuitton introduced its Objets Nomades collection in Miami during Art Basel and Design Miami in 2012. That collection, of nomadic objects such as folding stools, portable lamps and a hammock, was brought to Milan during Design Week ten years ago. It has been presented in the design capital ever since, where the collection has evolved into limited-edition pieces by a host of international talents. This year the house launched the Louis Vuitton Signature Collection, a larger, more complete home offering comprising furniture, lighting, tabletop items, accessories and games. • How the world went crazy for a monogram That includes textiles re-editioned from the archive of Charlotte Perriand, with whom the house has a longstanding collaboration since 2013, and textiles and ceramics from the Italian futurist painter, writer, sculptor and graphic designer Fortunato Depero (1892-1960). The key figure of the Italian futurist movement worked across many disciplines, from art to advertising, creating iconic campaigns. In collaboration with the artist's family and archive, Vuitton has incorporated designs created between 1920 and 1950 — some originally executed in ceramic and others in intarsia of woollen cloth — into a collection of plates hand-decorated with Depero's fantastical motifs, featuring cockerels, horses, monkeys, pelicans and fish. A joyful way to celebrate the new season. • The glamorous history of the Louis Vuitton trunk This article contains affiliate links that can earn us revenue Available from June, €4,000 each,
