SORNAY André (1902-2000)

Chromed tubular metal frame, original grey vinyl seat and backrest, circa 1928

High. 82 x Depth 42 x Length. 42cm

Biography

André Sornay (1902–2000) was a Lyon-based decorator and designer whose work lies at the intersection of Art Deco, modernism, and constructive research. From the 1920s onwards, he developed a personal vocabulary and several assembly and finishing techniques.

Institutional reference

The definitive monograph on André Sornay documents his models, drawings and constructive research. Marcelpoil Gallery — Sornay archives and monograph.

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