Guillerme et Chambron Armchairs
French
Robert Guillerme and Jacques Chambron, the French creative duo behind Votre Maison, met under unusual circumstances: They discussed design while imprisoned in a forced labor camp. The pair’s combined talents later resulted in modern, sculptural furniture — today, vintage Guillerme et Chambron desks, dining tables, chairs and other pieces still look conceptually playful and vibrant but could fit harmoniously into any home.
Guillerme had graduated from the École Boulle in 1934 with a degree in design and architecture, and Chambron had studied at the School of Applied Arts in Reims. They were captured by the Germans in East Prussia during the Second World War and struck up a friendship over their mutual love for all things design. After the war ended, Guillerme moved to Lille in northern France; Chambron left his job as a painter and decorator in Paris and joined him in 1948. In 1949, the pair met Émile Dariosecq, a skilled cabinetmaker who enthusiastically agreed to manufacture the duo’s designs, leading to the start of Votre Maison.
Guillerme and Chambron were as prolific as they were detailed, producing more than 2,000 pieces in the second half of the 20th century out of a former gun factory. Their furniture, which was mostly made with different tones of waxed oak, adhered to the trends of design that emerged after the war: mid-century modernism.
European furniture in the postwar period largely prioritized function as much as it did form and lacked any unnecessary ornamentation. Guillerme and Chambron wanted people to actually use their furniture, not just look at it. That design philosophy was a pillar of their company, its name translating to “your house” in French. Their signature touches included ornate tiles, hidden drawers and vibrant textiles on pieces such as desks, tables, shelving, lighting, benches and other seating. One of Votre Maison’s most famous and popular pieces was the Grand Repos armchair, a stately, high-backed wide piece with a skeletal oak frame, six spindles and plush cushions.
While Guillerme and Chambron were a team, they handled different aspects of the business: Guillerme designed much of the furniture and Chambron concentrated on decor. Votre Maison was a full-service design business. In 1983, the dynamic duo passed on their company to Chambron’s son, Hervé, a designer and graduate of École Boulle.
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Creator: Guillerme et Chambron
Guillerme et Chambron, 1960 Oak Armchair Edited by Votre Maison
By Guillerme et Chambron, Votre Maison
Located in Mouscron, WHT
Guillerme et Chambron, 1960 oak armchair edited by Votre Maison.
Category
1960s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Guillerme et Chambron Armchairs
Materials
Oak
Rare Corner Armchair circa 1960 by Guillerme and Chambron, "Votre Maison"
By Guillerme et Chambron, Votre Maison
Located in Mouscron, WHT
Rare corner armchair circa 1960, by Guillerme and Chambron, edition "Votre Maison".
Category
1960s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Guillerme et Chambron Armchairs
Materials
Oak
Guillerme et Chambron, Rare Oak Armchairs Edition Votre Maison circa 1960
By Votre Maison, Guillerme et Chambron
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Guillerme et Chambron, Rare Oak Armchairs Edition Votre Maison circa 1960
Category
1960s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Guillerme et Chambron Armchairs
Materials
Upholstery, Oak
Guillerme et Chambron, Rare Oak Armchairs Edition Votre Maison circa 1960
By Votre Maison, Guillerme et Chambron
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Guillerme et Chambron,rare oak armchairs. Edition Votre Maison, circa 1960.
full restored.
Category
Mid-20th Century French Modern Guillerme et Chambron Armchairs
Materials
Oak
Guillerme et Chambron, José Oak Armchair, Edition Votre Maison
By Guillerme et Chambron
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Guillerme et Chambron, José oak armchair. Edition Votre Maison, circa 1970.
Category
Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Guillerme et Chambron Armchairs
Materials
Oak
Guillerme et Chambron, Pair of Ebonized Oak Armchairs, France, Mid-Century
By Votre Maison, Guillerme et Chambron
Located in New York, NY
Robert Guillerme studied design and architecture at the École Boule, graduating in 1934. After the Second World War he moved to Lille, in the north of France, where he decorated home...
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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Guillerme et Chambron Armchairs
Materials
Upholstery, Oak
Large Armchair by Guillerme et Chambron Model Grand Repos Madame 60's in Oak
By Guillerme et Chambron
Located in Lyon, FR
Large armchair by the French designers Guillerme and Chambron from the 60's edited by Votre Maison, model "Madame". Solid oak structure, original seat and back cushion but rewoven wi...
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1960s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Guillerme et Chambron Armchairs
Materials
Wool, Oak
Oak Mid-Century French Guillerme et Chambron Lounge Chairs
By Guillerme et Chambron
Located in London, GB
A two seater and single seater lounge chair.
Formed from solid oak.
France, c1960s.
By French design legends, Guillerme et Chambron.
A scarce model, possibly only eig...
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1960s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Guillerme et Chambron Armchairs
Materials
Oak
Guillerme et Chambron, "Repos" Armchair, Edition Votre Maison, circa 1950
By Guillerme et Chambron
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Guillerme et Chambron, "repos" Armchair, Edition Votre Maison circa 1950.
Category
Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Guillerme et Chambron Armchairs
Materials
Oak
Guillerme et Chambron, Oak Bergere Chair, circa 1960, Edition Votre Maison
By Votre Maison, Guillerme et Chambron
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Guillerme et Chambron, oak bergere chair, circa 1960, Edition Votre Maison.
wood in good condition, upholstery and fabric to be changed.
Category
1960s French Modern Vintage Guillerme et Chambron Armchairs
Materials
Oak
Guillerme and Chambron, 4 chairs in oak model "Fumay" edition Votre Maison 1970
By Votre Maison, Guillerme et Chambron
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Guillerme and Chambron, 4 chairs in oak model "Fumay" edition Votre Maison circa 1970
good condition.
Category
Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Guillerme et Chambron Armchairs
Materials
Oak
Guillerme et Chambron Single Solid Oak & Leather Armchair, France 1960's
By Guillerme et Chambron
Located in New York, NY
Graphic Guillerme and Chambron for "Votre Maison" armchair made of solid oak and faux leather. Upholstery nails. Good vintage condition—refinished wood structure.
Some differences ...
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1960s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Guillerme et Chambron Armchairs
Materials
Faux Leather, Oak
Guillerme et Chamrbon Oak Mid-Century 'Denis' Sofa
By Guillerme et Chambron
Located in London, GB
A rare two seater sofa by Guillerme et Chambron.
France, c1960s.
Stained oak frame with original upholstery retained.
The frame remains in good condition, the upholstery ...
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1960s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Guillerme et Chambron Armchairs
Materials
Oak
Guillerme et Chambron, Two Etudiant Oak Armchairs, Votre Maison Edition
By Guillerme et Chambron
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Guillerme et Chambron, two waxed oak armchairs. Votre Maison Edition.
"Etudiant" model, circa 1960.
the price is for 1 armchair
Two armchairs are available
Category
Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Guillerme et Chambron Armchairs
Materials
Oak
Guillerme et Chambron Armchair, Edition Votre Maison, circa 1970
By Guillerme et Chambron
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
An armchair in black oak by Guillerme et Chambron.
Edition Votre Maison circa 1970.
Category
Late 20th Century French Modern Guillerme et Chambron Armchairs
Materials
Oak
Guillerme et Chambron, Two 1960s Armchairs, Edition Votre Maison
By Guillerme et Chambron
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Guillerme et Chambron, Two 1960s Armchairs, Edition Votre Maison
the price is for 1 armchair
Two armchairs are available
Category
1960s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Guillerme et Chambron Armchairs
Materials
Oak
Guillerme et Chambron large Armchair, Edition Votre Maison circa 1970
By Guillerme et Chambron
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
An armchair in black oak by Guillerme et Chambron.
Edition Votre Maison circa 1970.
Category
Late 20th Century French Modern Guillerme et Chambron Armchairs
Materials
Oak
Guillerme et Chambron, "Petronille" Oak Armchair Edition Votre Maison, circa1970
By Guillerme et Chambron, Votre Maison
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Guillerme et Chambron, "Petronille " oak armchair Edition Votre Maison circa 1970.
Category
Late 20th Century French Modern Guillerme et Chambron Armchairs
Materials
Oak
Guillerme & Chambron, 2 Oak Bridges Fumay, Edition Votre Maison
By Votre Maison, Guillerme et Chambron
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Guillerme & Chambron, 2 oak bridges Fumay. Edition Votre Maison, circa 1960.
the price is for 1 armchair
6 armchairs are available
Category
Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Guillerme et Chambron Armchairs
Materials
Oak
Guillerme et Chambron, Pair of Oak Armchairs, Edition Votre Maison, circa 1950
By Votre Maison, Guillerme et Chambron
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Guillerme et Chambron, pair of oak armchairs. Edition Votre Maison, circa 1950.
the price is for 1 armchair
Two armchairs are available
Category
1970s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Guillerme et Chambron Armchairs
Materials
Oak
Guillerme et Chambron, 3 Armchairs, Edition Votre Maison, 1980
By Votre Maison, Guillerme et Chambron
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Guillerme et Chambron, 3 armchairs, Edition Votre Maison, 1980.
Need new fabric and foam.
we no longer have a cushion model
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1980s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Guillerme et Chambron Armchairs
Materials
Oak
Guillerme & Chambron Oak Easy Chair, with Original Fabric
By Guillerme et Chambron
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Guillerme & Chambron oak easy chair, with original fabric
Votre Maison Editor.
Category
1970s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Guillerme et Chambron Armchairs
Materials
Wool, Oak
Pair of Easy Chairs in Oak by Guillerme & Chambron Edition Votre Maison
By Guillerme et Chambron
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Pair of easy chairs in oak by Guillerme & Chambron Edition Votre Maison
Need a new upholstery.
the price is for 1 armchair
Two armchairs are available
Category
1970s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Guillerme et Chambron Armchairs
Materials
Upholstery, Oak
Guillerme et Chambron, Oak Armchair Edition Votre Maison, circa 1970
By Votre Maison, Guillerme et Chambron
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Guillerme et Chambron, oak armchair. Edition Votre Maison, circa 1970.
Category
Late 20th Century French Modern Guillerme et Chambron Armchairs
Materials
Oak
Guillerme et Chambron, Set of Six Oak Armchairs, Edition Votre Maison
By Votre Maison, Guillerme et Chambron
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Guillerme et Chambron, set of six oak armchairs, Fumay model. Edition Votre Maison, circa 1960.
Full restored, new woolen upholstery.
Possibility to have more "Fumay" armchairs and...
Category
1960s French Modern Vintage Guillerme et Chambron Armchairs
Materials
Oak
Guillerme et Chambron, two Oak Armchairs "José", Edition Votre Maison
By Guillerme et Chambron
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Guillerme and Chambron, two oak armchairs "José". Edition Votre Maison.
Category
Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Guillerme et Chambron Armchairs
Materials
Oak
Guillerme et Chambron , two 1950s Armchairs, Edited by Votre Maison
By Guillerme et Chambron
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Guillerme et Chambron, two 1950s armchairs, edited by Votre Maison.
Category
1950s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Guillerme et Chambron Armchairs
Materials
Oak
Guillerme & Chambron Pair of Lounge Chairs in Oak and Green Upholstery
By Votre Maison, Guillerme et Chambron
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Guillerme et Chambron for Votre Maison, pair of lounge chairs, fabric, oak, France, 1960s
This French designer duo is known for their extreme high quality solid oak furniture, from ...
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1960s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Guillerme et Chambron Armchairs
Materials
Fabric, Oak
Guillerme & Chambron Pair of 'Gregoire' Lounge Chairs in Orange Upholstery
By Votre Maison, Guillerme et Chambron
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Guillerme & Chambron for Votre Maison, pair of 'Gregoire' lounge chairs, fabric, dark stained oak, France, 1950s.
A pair of lounge chairs by Guillerme et Chambron. This French desig...
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1960s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Guillerme et Chambron Armchairs
Materials
Fabric, Oak
Guillerme and Chambron "Gentleman" Chair in Light Oak, France 1970s
By Guillerme et Chambron
Located in Utrecht, NL
This rare oak “Gentleman” chair is a delightfully unique piece even if measured against the other seating models in the repertoire of the French designer duo, Robert Guillerme and Ja...
Category
1970s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Guillerme et Chambron Armchairs
Materials
Fabric, Oak
Pair of 'José' Armchairs by Guillerme et Chambron, France 1950s
By Guillerme et Chambron
Located in Utrecht, NL
A pair of mid-century “José” oak armchairs by Guillerme et Chambron, Votre Maison edition. Made of high-quality oak with a beautiful fabric, this pair of the famous José chair is tru...
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1950s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Guillerme et Chambron Armchairs
Materials
Linen, Oak
“Petit Repos” Armchairs by Guillerme et Chambron for Votre Maison, France 1950s
By Votre Maison, Guillerme et Chambron
Located in Utrecht, NL
These oak “Petit Repos” chairs deserve their title of iconic. Both in terms of quality and design, this model represents why Votre Maison, the French duo’s company, influenced French...
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1950s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Guillerme et Chambron Armchairs
Materials
Fabric, Oak
Pair of "Edouard" Lounge Chairs by Guillerme et Chambron, France 1960s
By Guillerme et Chambron, Votre Maison
Located in Utrecht, NL
The “Edouard” lounge chair is often described as a “caquetoire”, in other (non-French) words a conversation chair. This type of seating was an armchair style which emerged during the European Renaissance in France.
As the name suggests, this type of chair was meant for sitting for elongated periods to chat. Generally, these chairs were also highly regarded for their aesthetic value as well, which can also be said about these exceptional chair models. The Edouard is a sculptural model with a blonde oak frame that is characteristic of the French designer duo. The design showcases the wide variety of shapes and forms of the solid oak frames, from the hand-sculpted, organic curving lines to the straighter spindles comprising the backrests. Naturally, a conversation chair needs to be first and foremost functional and comfortable, therefore the backs are slightly tilted, and the seat raised, aided by the generous seat and back cushions. The light coloured upholstery beautifully complements the wood and the small loops of the bouclé highlight the smoothness of the frames’ surfaces. The French caquetoire chairs...
Category
1960s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Guillerme et Chambron Armchairs
Materials
Oak, Bouclé
Oak and Upholstery Armchair by Guillerme et Chambron, France, c. 1960
By Guillerme et Chambron
Located in New York City, NY
Priced individually; two available.
Armchair by Guillerme et Chambron, with a stylish "cup" at the right arm. This chair is incredibly comfortable, with new cushions upholstered in...
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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Guillerme et Chambron Armchairs
Materials
Linen, Oak
Armchairs with Terra Cotta Fabric by Guillerme and Chambron, France 1960s
By Guillerme et Chambron
Located in Utrecht, NL
The “Edouard” lounge chair is often described as a “caquetoire”, in other (non-French) words a conversation chair. This type of seating was an armchair style which emerged during the European Renaissance in France.
As the name suggests, this type of chair was meant for sitting for elongated periods to chat. Generally, these chairs were also highly regarded for their aesthetic value as well, which can also be said about this exceptional chair model. The Edouard is a sculptural model with an oak frame that is characteristic of the French designer duo. The design showcases the wide variety of shapes and forms of the solid oak frame, from the hand-sculpted, organic curving lines to the straighter spindles consisting the backrest. Naturally, a conversation chair needs to be first and foremost functional and comfortable, therefore the backs are slightly tilted, and the seats are raised, aided by the generous seat and back cushions. The reddish coloured upholstery beautifully complements the wood and the small loops of the fabric highlight the smoothness of the frame’s surfaces. The French caquetoire chairs...
Category
1960s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Guillerme et Chambron Armchairs
Materials
Fabric, Oak
Guillerme & Chambron Lounge Set with Connecting Table in Solid Oak
By Votre Maison, Guillerme et Chambron
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Guillerme et Chambron for Votre Maison, lounge chairs with side table, oak, green fabric, France, 1960s
Guillerme and Chambron are known for their high quality solid oak furniture,...
Category
1960s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Guillerme et Chambron Armchairs
Materials
Fabric, Oak
Guillerme et Chambron Oak Lounge Chair / Armchair, France, 1960s
By Votre Maison, Guillerme et Chambron
Located in London, GB
A lovely oak Guillerme et Chambron lounge chair / armchair, France, 1960s. Edition Votre Maison. Good original condition with cushions newly upholstered in Rose Uniacke textured line...
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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Guillerme et Chambron Armchairs
Materials
Fabric, Oak
Guillerme & Chambron Lounge Chair in Oak and Red Upholstery
By Votre Maison, Guillerme et Chambron
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Guillerme et Chambron for Votre Maison, easy chair, red fabric, oak, France, 1960s
This sculptural easy chair by Guillerme et Chambron is very well executed and made out of solid, ...
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1960s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Guillerme et Chambron Armchairs
Materials
Fabric, Oak
Mid-Century Modern Pair of Guillerme et Chambron Armchairs, France, 1960s
By Guillerme et Chambron
Located in Brussels, BE
Mid-Century Modern pair of Guillerme et Chambron Armchairs, France, 1960s.
Condition :
New upholstery
Designers biography :
"Robert Guillerme and Jacques Chambron, the French cr...
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1960s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Guillerme et Chambron Armchairs
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Pair of Oaken “Grand Repos” Lounge Chairs by Guillerme et Chambron, France 1950s
By Guillerme et Chambron, Votre Maison
Located in Utrecht, NL
This pair of oaken “Grand Repos” lounge chairs deserves its title of iconic, both in terms of quality and design. This model visually represents the very reason Votre Maison, the Fre...
Category
1950s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Guillerme et Chambron Armchairs
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Guillerme et Chambron, Pair of Oak Edouard Armchairs, Edition Votre Maison, 1975
By Votre Maison, Guillerme et Chambron
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Guillerme et Chambron, pair of oak Edouard armchairs. Edition Votre Maison, 1975.
New upholsthery.
Category
Late 20th Century French Modern Guillerme et Chambron Armchairs
Materials
Oak
Guillerme Et Chambron armchairs for sale on 1stDibs.
Guillerme et Chambron armchairs are available for sale on 1stDibs. These distinctive items are frequently made of wood and are designed with extraordinary care. There are many options to choose from in our collection of Guillerme et Chambron armchairs, although brown editions of this piece are particularly popular. Many of the original armchairs by Guillerme et Chambron were created in the mid-century modern style in france during the 20th century. If you’re looking for additional options, many customers also consider armchairs by Votre Maison, Pierre Guariche, and Pierre Chapo. Prices for Guillerme et Chambron armchairs can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these items begin at $1,331 and can go as high as $25,500, while a piece like these, on average, fetch $6,450.
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