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Set of Six Brutalist Oak Dining Chairs with Dudouyt-Style Detailing, France 1940
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A$7,202.53per set
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Set of Six Brutalist Oak Dining Chairs with Dudouyt-Style Detailing, France, 1940s
This striking set of six French dining chairs captures the sculptural spirit of 1940s design, blending Brutalist geometry with the artisanal warmth of Charles Dudouyt’s craftsmanship. Each chair is handcrafted from solid oak, showcasing bold linear construction and distinctive carved circular motifs on the backrest — a hallmark of French rustic modernism from this period.
The natural grain of the oak has developed a deep, warm patina, accentuating the tactile quality of the wood and underscoring the hand-finished nature of the pieces. The seats are woven in traditional rush, adding an organic texture that contrasts beautifully with the architectural structure of the frame. Together, these materials create a compelling balance between solidity and refinement.
The design’s visual weight and rhythmic detailing echo the aesthetic vocabulary of Dudouyt, while the pared-down geometry hints at the early Brutalist and Reconstruction-era design ethos—functional, honest, and timeless. The sculpted legs, notched stretchers, and subtly irregular carvings reveal the human touch of mid-century French craftsmanship.
Ideal for a collector’s dining room, mountain retreat, or contemporary rustic interior, these chairs offer both comfort and sculptural presence. Their strong architectural lines and natural materials pair effortlessly with minimalist, Art Deco, or modernist environments.
Fully authentic and structurally sound, this set has been carefully preserved with its original character intact, showing light wear consistent with age and use. A true reflection of the artisanal strength and elegance that define mid-century French furniture.
France, circa 1940s. Sold as a set of six.
Dimensions (per chair):
Width: 41 cm (16.1 in)
Depth: 41 cm (16.1 in)
Height: 82 cm (32.3 in)
Seat Height: 44 cm (17.3 in)
- Similar to:Charles Dudouyt (Designer)
- Dimensions:Height: 32.29 in (82 cm)Width: 16.15 in (41 cm)Depth: 16.15 in (41 cm)Seat Height: 16.93 in (43 cm)
- Sold As:Set of 6
- Style:Brutalist (Of the Period)
- Materials and Techniques:
- Place of Origin:
- Period:
- Date of Manufacture:1940
- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use.
- Seller Location:Almelo, NL
- Reference Number:Seller: 81031stDibs: LU3696347388672
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