CH020110
Dining table in solid teak and teak veneer known as "Dining table". Veneered, lacquered rectangular top resting on a thick, slightly curved apron and two pairs of slanted, tapered legs, connected by two V-shaped crosspieces under the table.
The black lacquered Chandigarh furniture was designed as a protective measure and for easier cleaning. It was therefore found in cafeterias and university restaurants, as well as medical and hospital centres.
Circa 1960-61.
Dimensions:
Provenance: University Healthcare Center in Chandigarh, sector 14.
Photo ref.: "Catalogue Leclere" Sale on 03/11/2011 in Marseille, page 19, lot no. 29.
Photo ref.: Similar model in "Le Corbusier Pierre Jeanneret l'Aventure Indienne" by Eric Touchaleaume and Gérald Moreau, page 583 under reference: PJ-TA-01-B version in a smaller size.