Woven terrace chairs
As we approach the summer months, the company’s woven terrace chairs are still in demand and can still be found at legendary cafés such as Café de Flore and restaurants around the world.
After fleeing Russian-controlled Poland with his family, Drucker trained in wicker and bamboo craftsmanship before opening a tiny workshop in the 20th arrondissement of Paris with fellow artisan Leredde. By the early twentieth century, Maison Louis Drucker had become a leading producer of rattan furniture in France, surviving economic crises and two world wars while many competitors disappeared.
Every Drucker chair is handmade using techniques passed down through generations. Production involves shaping the frame, assembling the structure, weaving the seat and backrest, varnishing, and finishing by hand. Traditional models use natural rattan such as Malacca or Manau cane.
International designer collaborations
Today, Maison Louis Drucker collaborates with internationally known designers including Philippe Starck, India Mahdavi, and Patrick Norguet. Contemporary collections such as the Republica and Beaubourg reinterpret the chair using aluminum and steel for increased weather resistance while preserving the visual identity of the chair.
From children's furniture to bespoke creations
By the early 2020s, the company had significantly broadened its catalogue to include lighting, children’s furniture , headboards and many other items.
Customisation is central to the Maison Louis Drucker identity. Customers can choose among dozens of weaving patterns, colours, frame finishes, and seat widths.
Buy second-hand
Maison Louis Drucker products can be ordered directly through the company’s website or through specialist international stockists and design showrooms. I was also excited to discover that the website also features a second-hand section where you can purchase immediately.
