Cassina Le Corbusier LC3 chairs restored and reupholstered in aniline leather by experts in the restoration of Mid century modern furniture
These LC3 chairs came to us with cushions missing after being used as dog beds!
They now have new cushions upholstered in Crest Legacy aniline leather, they’ve been completely re-webbed and the frames have been polished.
The Crest Legacy range of leather is the ultimate in luxury. With a slight two-tone effect and a buttery hand feel, Legacy will wear-in beautifully as it ages and will add a touch of class to any interior. It sits in these iconic chrome frames perfectly.
The History
Charles-Edouard Jeanneret, more commonly known as Le Corbusier (1887-1965), was a 20th century Swiss architect, artist and designer. Le Corbusier’s influence spans well beyond his lifetime with his innovations and ideals still shaping modern urban planning and design today. He elevated the perception of furniture from being purely functional to an art object through his innovative, minimal design, creating decorative art without decoration.
Le Corbusier created his furniture for the houses he designed, valuing functionalism while incorporating elements of expressionism. His designs were characterised by their clean lines, geometric shapes and distinct materials such as steel and leather.
The LC3 Grand Conform, grand modèle, was created to be wider than the LC2 model to favour those who tend to sit with their legs crossed, in a diagonal line, unlike the petit modèle, created for those who sit straight with their legs apart. Like the LC2, the LC3 is made of steel tubing surrounding the leather, polyurethane cushions, filled with feather down to maximise comfort.
Today, these chairs and sofas are still used in residential homes and workplaces and are made and sold by CASSINA, the same way they were originally made. Many 20th century designers would argue that the LC3 is one of the most iconic mid-century designs for its seamless blend of function, comfort and sleekness.
For a more detailed dive into the world of Le Corbusier furniture go to https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Grand_Confort
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Cassina Le Corbusier LC3 chairs restored and reupholstered in aniline leather by experts in the restoration of Mid century modern furniture