Bridge Armchair by Jean Pascaud, 1940s

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Jean Pascaud — French Elegance of the 1930s–1950s
Decorator and furniture designer Jean Pascaud (1903–1996) made his mark between the … Read more Jean Pascaud — French Elegance of the 1930s–1950s
Decorator and furniture designer Jean Pascaud (1903–1996) made his mark between the two World Wars, following in the footsteps of the great names of Art Deco. Trained in drawing and interior architecture, he exhibited at the Parisian Salons of the 1930s and secured high-end commissions for private mansions, ministerial offices, and ocean liners. His vocabulary was one of understated luxury: clean lines, impeccable proportions, fine woods (mahogany, rosewood, sycamore), meticulous finishes, and restrained ironwork. In the 1940s and 50s, he perpetuated the Art Deco spirit by refining it—a style that is immediately recognizable, refined without being ostentatious. This bridge chair encapsulates everything that defines Pascaud's signature: a taut and elegant half-moon backrest resting on a straight apron; Clean, flowing armrests; four tapered legs (slightly curved at the back) that lend style while ensuring a stable and comfortable seat. A living room or office chair that embodies the understated luxury characteristic of late Art Deco—easily integrated into a contemporary, classic, or modernist interior. It's a classic of French Art Deco from a renowned designer. Pascaud delivers exactly what we're looking for today: style, poise, and timeless elegance. I have official proof of authenticity such as vintage catalogs,
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