Jacques Adnet (1900–1984) was one of the leading figures of 20th-century French design. Trained at the École des Arts Décoratifs in Paris, he began his career alongside his twin brother Jean Adnet before establishing himself as a key figure in the renewal of French decorative arts. In 1928, he became director of the Compagnie des Arts Français, where he developed an elegant and modern visual language grounded in purity of line, quality of execution, and refined materials.

His work is distinguished by the use of leather, metal, glass, and mirrors, which he combined in creations that are both restrained and luxurious. Jacques Adnet is also known for his contribution to the revival of interior decoration and furnishing in France, notably through projects for major French institutions and prestigious houses. He also collaborated with the department store Printemps, for which he designed furniture and interiors, further confirming his central role in the evolution of modern French taste.

Alongside his work as a designer, he played an important role in design institutions and education, helping to build a dialogue between decorative tradition and modernity. His work remains emblematic of a distinctly French form of luxury — measured, structured, and timeless.