Pair of stools by René Martin, Méribel around 1965.

René Martin, known as "René the Scissors," was a renowned French cabinetmaker, famous for his collaboration with designer Charlotte Perriand. Together, they completed several iconic projects, including the design of the Les Arcs ski resort in the French Alps. One of his most notable achievements was the creation of furniture for the apartments and chalets of Les Arcs, where he skillfully integrated local materials like solid pine. His creations prioritized functionality, durability, and perfectly matched Perriand's modern aesthetic. René Martin's works are recognized for their elegant simplicity, robustness, and innovative approach to design. This pair of four-legged stools with mortise and tenon joints supporting a circular seat, entirely made of solid fir, comes from Méribel. Provenance: Chalet furnished by Charlotte Perriand in Méribel around 1965.