Twin Armchair 2 by René Gabriel for Lieuvin

Twin Armchair 2 – René Gabriel for Lieuvin, France, 1946
Oak and caning – Postwar functional elegance

Rediscover postwar French design with this twin armchair by René Gabriel for Lieuvin, crafted in 1946.
Constructed from oak and cane, its clean lines and thoughtful proportions reflect the era’s emphasis on simplicity and resilience.

Referenced in major publications, this piece is a rare testimony to French reconstruction aesthetics.

Designer: René Gabriel
Manufacturer: Lieuvin
Origin: France
Year: 1946
Materials: Oak and caning
Dimensions: H: 79.5 cm / W: 64.5 cm / D: 83 cm
Condition: Good vintage condition
Bibliography: Featured in Les Décorateurs des années 50, Meubles et Décors des années 40, and René Gabriel