Perpetual calendar - Zeldzame Art Déco Eeuwigdurende Bureaukalender – Toegeschreven aan Jacques Adnet voor Le Tanneur – - Le Tanneur - France - Chrome-plated metal + leather

Rare Art Deco Perpetual Desk Calendar – Attributed to Jacques Adnet for Le Tanneur – France, c. 1930
Description:
Discover the pure essence of French pre-midcentury luxury with this sublime perpetual desk calendar (calendrier perpetual). Dating from circa 1930, this masterpiece of high-end office design embodies the sophisticated aesthetic of the iconic French designer Jacques Adnet, executed in collaboration with the prestigious leather luxury house Le Tanneur.
Timeless Elegance & Craftsmanship
The object is a visual spectacle of contrasts: the sleek, geometric cylinder of gleaming chromed metal rests on a minimalist, heavy-set base of premium black leather.
The mechanical rollers display the French days, dates, and months in a beautiful, authentic typeface. A subtle detail is found in the chromed adjustment knobs on the sides, which operate with the smoothness you would expect from top-tier French quality.
An Iconic Collector's Piece
This model is not merely a functional tool, but a sculptural design object that brings instant grandeur to any modern executive office, minimalist interior, or high-end design collection. Pieces of this pedigree and in this aesthetic condition are rare and highly sought after by discerning collectors worldwide.
Specifications:
• Designer / Style: In the style of / Attributed to Jacques Adnet
• Manufacturer: Le Tanneur, France
• Period: Circa 1930 (Art Deco / early Mid-Century Modern)
• Materials: Chromed steel, premium leather, internal mechanism
• Calendar Language: French (Mardi, Mai, etc.)
• Condition: In beautiful, authentic vintage condition. The chrome retains its brilliant luster. The leather base shows a stunning, characterful patina without deep damage. The mechanism is fully functional.