René-Jean Caillette [SEP] date of death
René-Jean Caillette
René-Jean Caillette (1919–2005) was a French decorative artist and designer, son of a cabinetmaker. His elegant and modernistic furniture designs were mass-produced after World War II (1939–45). His molded plywood Diamond chair is considered a classic.
Life.
René-Jean Caillette was born in 1919, the son of a cabinetmaker. 
He followed his father's trade, creating furniture designs that were functional and visually simple.
In the period after World War II (1939–45
In the period after World War II (1939–45) there was increased interest in using new methods and materials for mass production of furniture. Manufacturers of materials such as formica, plywood, aluminum, and steel sponsored the salons. Designers who exhibited their experimental work in this period included Pierre Guariche, Joseph André Motte, René Jean Caillette, Jean Prouvé, Charlotte Perriand, Antoine Philippon and Jacqueline Lecoq.
The salons also showed decorate textile and ceramic art.
Founders and presidents.
Founding members were René Guilleré,