Timeless mid-century design, reissued with authenticity
Source Édition revives landmark designs from the 1950s to 1970s, faithfully reissuing furniture, lighting, and accessories in collaboration with original designers or their estates. Founded by Isabelle de Ponfilly and Joséphine Bursacchi, this mother-daughter venture blends strategic expertise with deep artistic sensibility. Partnering with Mobilier national, France’s historical prestigious governmental institution dedicated to preserving design heritage, Source Édition ensures authenticity and excellence. Each piece is produced in Europe using sustainable, high-quality materials, bridging past and present with authenticity and contemporary relevance.
Ethical Commitment
Beyond aesthetics, Source Édition is built on a strong ethical foundation. We prioritize responsible production by working exclusively with European manufacturers who adhere to high social and environmental standards. Our production partners use natural and sustainable materials, ensuring that our pieces are not only beautiful but also environmentally responsible.
Additionally, we actively combat counterfeiting by promoting legally authorized reissues. The widespread reproduction of iconic designs without respect for intellectual property threatens the legacy of designers and distorts the market. By offering only authenticated reissues, we provide design professionals and collectors with the assurance that they are investing in genuine, ethically produced pieces.
Authenticity & Heritage
At Source Édition, authenticity is at the heart of everything we do. We are committed to faithfully reissuing furniture, lighting, and accessories originally designed between the 1950s and 1970s. Each reedition is produced with the utmost respect for the original designer’s intent, ensuring historical accuracy in materials, construction, and finishes.
To maintain this authenticity, we work directly with designers or their heirs, securing legal agreements that allow us to reissue their creations with full transparency. By collaborating closely with these rights holders, we ensure that each piece is not only an exact reproduction but also a tribute to the designer’s legacy. This meticulous approach guarantees that every reissue is a certified, legitimate continuation of the original work, protecting the intellectual property of designers and reinforcing the integrity of historical design.
Craftsmanship Excellence
Superior quality is a non-negotiable standard at Source Édition. Each piece is produced by highly skilled artisans and specialized manufacturers who uphold the highest levels of craftsmanship. These partners have been carefully selected for their expertise, whether in fine woodworking, metalwork, upholstery, or glassmaking.
By working with experts who combine traditional techniques with modern precision, we ensure that our reissues meet or exceed the quality of the original productions. Every detail—from material selection to finishing touches—is meticulously executed, reflecting the care and expertise that define true craftsmanship.
Source Édition & Mobilier national: Preserving french design heritage
Mobilier national is one of France’s most prestigious cultural institutions, dedicated to the preservation, restoration, and promotion of French design heritage, particularly in furniture, textiles, and decorative arts.
By partnering with Mobilier national, Source Édition ensures that France’s design legacy endures, and that these masterful creations continue to inspire and enrich modern living spaces.
Mother-Daughter Duo Behind Source Édition
At the heart of Source Édition is a unique mother-daughter partnership between Isabelle de Ponfilly and Joséphine Bursacchi, united by a shared passion for design, craftsmanship, and cultural heritage.
