Early Drawings by Le Corbusier on View in Mendrisio

An exhibition showcasing early sketches by Le Corbusier is currently taking place at the Teatro dell’architettura in Mendrisio, Switzerland. This event coincides with the launch of the Catalogue raisonné des dessins de Le Corbusier, edited by Danièle Pauly. Entitled I disegni giovanili di Le Corbusier. 1902-1916, the exhibition presents more than eighty original, unpublished works sourced from Swiss collections, along with reproductions from the Fondation Le Corbusier in Paris. It emphasizes the artistry of Charles-Édouard Jeanneret (1887–1965), focusing on his education under Auguste Perret and Charles L’Eplattenier. Additionally, it features travel notebooks that document his exploration of human forms and architecture, as well as videos from the Living Le Corbusier series, encouraging contemplation of craftsmanship in today's digital world.