Jacques Adnet
Jacques Adnet (1900-1984) was a French architect and Art Deco Modernist designer known for his luxurious mirrors, lamps, tables and chairs. Educated at the École des Arts Décoratifs in Paris, Adnet began his career working with his twin brother for Galeries Lafayette. But it was not long before he started collaborating with some of France's greats including Georges Jouve, Serge Mouille, Alexandre Noll and Charlotte Perriand.
Jacques Adnet believed in function above all else, and his streamlined, modernist designs emphasise their materials - leather, brushed metals and precious woods. Today, Danish design manufacturer GUBI has reissued his stunning works.