Maria Pergay
1880-1989
The Stainless Steel Revolution
Of Moldovan origin and based in Paris, Maria Pergay overturned the conventions of design in the 1960s. While steel was then confined to industrial kitchens, she had the genius to bend, curve and polish it into a material of absolute luxury, worthy of the finest Parisian salons.
The Aesthetic: The Curve and Stainless Steel
The Pergay style is defined by a unique metallic sensuality. Her creations play with light through mirror or brushed finishes, transforming the rigidity of metal into fluid, organic ribbons.
Materials:Pioneering and masterful use of stainless steel, often paired with precious woods or suede.
Icons:The legendary ‘Ring’ armchair, the ‘Daybed’ daybed and the ‘Vague’ desk.
A Haute Couture Signature
Recognised by the greatest decorators and collectors (including Pierre Cardin, her very first admirer), Maria Pergay created ‘Haute Couture’ furniture. Her iconic pieces, rare on the market, are today exhibited in museums around the world and remain a symbol of bold, timeless luxury.
