Art Deco armchair by André Sornay(1902-2000), mahogany veneer, straight back with brass studding, detached armrests, beige fabric upholstery, stamped: ''SORNAY BREVETE FRANCE ETRANGER''. An identical armchair is reproduced in: Roche, Thierry, André Sornay, 2002, p.108 A visionary cabinetmaker, André Sornay (1902-2000) established himself as a major figure in French modernism from the 1930s onwards. Heir to a tradition of craftsmanship in Lyon, he developed a singular aesthetic language, combining geometric rigour, the nobility of precious woods and patented technical innovations, including the famous decorative brass studding. His elegant, functional designs combine the spirit of Art Deco with the prefiguration of post-war modular furniture. Insolated varnish André SORNAY A visionary cabinetmaker, André Sornay (1902-2000) established himself as a major figure of French modernism in the 1930s. Heir to a tradition of craftsmanship in Lyon, he developed a singular aesthetic language, combining geometric rigour, the nobility of precious woods and patented technical innovations, including the famous decorative brass studding. His elegant, functional designs combine the spirit of Art Deco with the prefiguration of post-war modular furniture.