Lecture Hall Bench

Designer

Jean Prouve

Reference

1760

The lecture hall bench designed by Jean Prouvé around 1952 exemplifies mid-century modern design, combining functionality with minimalist aesthetics. Constructed from industrial materials like metal and wood, this robust bench features clean lines and geometric forms, reflecting Prouvé's innovative use of prefabricated components. Designed for durability and practicality in educational settings, the bench is a significant piece of post-war furniture, showcasing Prouvé's influence on modern design and his legacy in blending engineering with aesthetics.

Height 125 cm / 49 "
Width 211 cm / 83 "
Depth 36 cm / 14 "
Year

c. 1952

Medium

Wood, tôle pliée. Fabrication par les Ateliers Jean Prouvé Wood, folded sheet metal. Manufactured by Ateliers Jean Prouvé

Provenance

Model created for the Paris Descartes medical school

Literature

- Jean Prouvé, L. & P. Seguin, Galerie Patrick Seguin, 2017, three-seater version pp. 241, 247 - Jean Prouvé, Oeuvre Complète Vol. 3: 1944-1954, P. Sulzer, Birkhauser, 2005, preparatory sketches illustrated under n°1235. 12, pp. 248-249

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