1 / 7Jean Prouvé: From Furniture to Architecture: The Laurence and Patrick Seguin Collection
Jean Prouvé: From Furniture to Architecture is an illustrated catalogue of the Laurence and Patrick Seguin Collection, spanning Prouvé’s furniture, architectural elements and demountable houses. Its chapters cover works in the collectors’ homes, exhibitions, an illustrated index with plans and images, and a biography and bibliography.
At a glance
- Covers furniture, architectural elements and demountable houses associated with Jean Prouvé.
- Includes an illustrated index of collection pieces with archival and contemporary plans, drawings and images.
- Chapters also document exhibitions in Japan, France and Italy, followed by a biography and bibliography.
- The description says the book builds on the 2013 volume A Passion for Jean Prouvé.
Pros and cons
Pros
- Its scope brings furniture and architecture together in one collection-focused volume.
- The described plans, drawings and images offer visual reference alongside the collection index.
Technical specifications
9 specifications| Publisher | Galerie Patrick Seguin |
|---|---|
| Publication date | 8 May 2025 |
| Edition | 1st |
| Language | English |
| Print length | 416 pages |
| ISBN-10 | 2909187284 |
| ISBN-13 | 978-2909187280 |
| Weight listed | 1.13 kg |
|---|---|
| Dimensions | 25 x 5 x 29.5 cm |
Who is it for?
A good fit for
- Readers researching Jean Prouvé’s furniture and architectural work.
- Design and architecture enthusiasts interested in illustrated collection catalogues.
- Collectors seeking a substantial reference book in English.
Less suited to
- Readers looking for a short or primarily text-based introduction.
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Frequently asked questions
What subjects does the book cover?
The listing describes Prouvé’s furniture, architectural elements and demountable houses in the Laurence and Patrick Seguin Collection.
What kinds of illustrations are included?
The collection index is described as including archival and contemporary plans, drawings and images. Exhibition chapters and a biography are also illustrated.
What are the book’s publication details?
The listing gives English as the language, a first edition dated 8 May 2025, and a print length of 416 pages.
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