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.
Find a collection of vintage Guillerme et Chambron furniture on 1stDibs.
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, coupled lounge chairs with side table, fabric, oak, France, 1960s Guillerme & Chambron are known for their high quality solid oak furnit...
Fabric, Oak
Guillerme & Chambron Extendable 'L'Italienne' Dining Table in Solid Oak
By Guillerme et Chambron, Votre Maison
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Guillerme et Chambron for Votre Maison, dining table, model 'L'Italienne', solid oak, France, 1960s This L'Italienne dining room table is designed by the acclaimed French designer d...
Oak
Guillerme & Chambron 'Petit Repos' Lounge Chair in Solid Oak
By Guillerme et Chambron, Votre Maison
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Guillerme et Chambron for Votre Maison, 'Petit Repos' lounge chair, solid oak, fabric, France, 1960s. Guillerme & Chambron are known for their high-quality solid oak furniture, ...
Fabric, Oak
Guillerme & Chambron Highboard in Oak with Carved Doors
By Guillerme et Chambron
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Guillerme et Chambron for Votre Maison, wardrobe, oak, France, 1960s This grandiose armoire is a good example of excellent woodwork by virtue of the well-designed construction based...
Oak
Guillerme & Chambron Highboard in Oak with Ceramic Handles
By Votre Maison, Guillerme et Chambron
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Guillerme et Chambron for Votre Maison, highboard or cabinet, oak, glass, ceramic, France, 1960s This wardrobe is based on a well-designed structure where aesthetics and functionall...
Ceramic, Glass, Oak
Guillerme & Chambron Highboard in Solid Oak and Brass
By Guillerme et Chambron, Votre Maison
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Guillerme et Chambron for Votre Maison, sideboard, solid stained oak, brass, France, 1960s This charming large sideboard is made by the designer duo Guillerme & Chambron. This p...
Brass
Guillerme & Chambron 'Simon' Sideboard in Oak with Ceramic Tiles
By Votre Maison, Guillerme et Chambron
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Guillerme et Chambron for Votre Maison, sideboard, model 'Simon', oak, ceramic, France, 1960s. The Simon credenza in oak, designed by the French duo Guillerme & Chambron, offers...
Ceramic, Oak
Guillerme & Chambron Large Cabinet or Wardrobe in Solid Oak
By Guillerme et Chambron, Votre Maison
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Guillerme et Chambron for Votre Maison, armoire or cabinet, solid oak, France, 1960s. This wardrobe is a good example of excellent woodworking by virtue of the well-designed constr...
Oak
Guillerme & Chambron Extendable 'Elmyre' Oval Dining Table in Oak
By Guillerme et Chambron, Votre Maison
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Guillerme et Chambron for Votre Maison, 'Elmyre' extendable dining table, solid oak, France, 1960s This dining table, designed by the esteemed French duo Guillerme et Chambron, exem...
Oak
Guillerme & Chambron 'Pétrouille' Extendable Dining Table in Solid Oak
By Guillerme et Chambron, Votre Maison
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Guillerme et Chambron for Votre Maison, 'Pétrouille' dining table, solid oak, France, 1960s Introducing the Pétrouille dining table, a beautiful piece crafted by the acclaimed Frenc...
Oak
Guillerme & Chambron Set of Six Dining Chairs in Solid Oak and English Wool
By Votre Maison, Guillerme et Chambron
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Guillerme et Chambron for Votre Maison, set of six dining chairs, solid oak, reupholstered English wool, France, 1960s This ensemble of six chairs designed by Guillerme et Chambron ...
Wool, Oak
Guillerme & Chambron Pair of 'Petit Repos' Lounge Chairs in Oak and Teddy Fabric
By Votre Maison, Guillerme et Chambron
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Guillerme et Chambron for Votre Maison, pair of 'Petit Repos' lounge chairs, solid oak, fabric, France, 1960s. Guillerme & Chambron are known for their high-quality solid oak furnit...
Fabric, Oak
Guillerme & Chambron Cabinet or Cupboard in Solid Oak
By Guillerme et Chambron
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Guillerme et Chambron for Votre Maison, cabinet or cupboard, solid oak, France, 1960s This cabinet is a strong example of thoughtful woodworking, where structure and surface are tre...
Oak
Guillerme & Chambron Cabinet in Solid Oak
By Guillerme et Chambron, Votre Maison
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Guillerme et Chambron for Votre Maison, cabinet, solid oak, France, 1960s Another beautiful example of Guillerme et Chambron's commitment to exceptional quality and superb craftsman...
Oak
Guillerme & Chambron Wardrobe in Solid Oak
By Guillerme et Chambron
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Guillerme & Chambron for Votre Maison, armoire or wardrobe, oak, brass, France, 1960s This charming wardrobe is a good example of excellent woodworking by virtue of the graphical de...
Brass
Guillerme & Chambron Pair of Wall Lights in Oak and Glass
By Votre Maison, Guillerme et Chambron
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Guillerme et Chambron for Votre Maison, pair of wall lights, oak, glass, 1970s Charming wall lights, designed by designers Guillerme and Chambron in the 1970s. The shape and materia...
Glass, Oak
Mid-Century French Trivet by Guillerme et Chambron, Oak & Ceramic
By Guillerme et Chambron
Located in Saint-Amans-des-Cots, FR
French Mid-Century Trivet by Guillerme & Chambron, Paris France, 1950s Crafted in blond oak, this exquisite French Mid-Century trivet features a stunning ceramic tile by Bolesl...
Ceramic, Oak
"Bridge Armchair" for Votre Maison by Guillerme et Chambron, France, 1960s
By Votre Maison, Guillerme et Chambron
Located in New York, NY
Elegant bridge armchair designed by Guillerme et Chambron, exemplifying the warm and sculptural language of French design from the 1960s. The solid wood frame features curved armrest...
Upholstery, Oak
Guillerme & Chambron, Lounge Chair, Fabric, Oak, France, 1950s
By Guillerme et Chambron
Located in High Point, NC
A fabric and oak lounge chair designed by Robert Guillerme and Jacques Chambron, produced by Votre Maison France, c. 1950. Wear consistent with age and use. Reupholstered in brand n...
Fabric, Oak
Guillerme & Chambron Bookcase with Cabinet in Solid Oak
By Votre Maison, Guillerme et Chambron
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Guillerme et Chambron for Votre Maison, bookcase, oak, black glass, France, 1960s Elegant bookcase with integrated sideboard designed by Jacques Chambron and Robert Guillerme for Vo...
Glass, Oak
Guillerme & Chambron Sofa 'Denis' in Solid Oak and Red Pink Velvet
By Guillerme et Chambron, Votre Maison
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Guillerme et Chambron for Votre Maison, sofa model 'Denis', velvet, oak, France, 1960s Extraordinary Guillerme and Chambron sofa in solid oak with the typical characteristic decorat...
Velvet, Oak
Guillerme & Chambron Daybed or Bench with Side Table in Oak and Fabric
By Guillerme et Chambron
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Guillerme et Chambron, daybed bench, oak, fabric, France, 1960s. This low bench or daybed shows the admirable, characteristic details of the French designer duo Guillerme and Chambr...
Fabric, Oak
Guillerme & Chambron Highboard or Wardrobe in Solid Oak and Ceramic
By Votre Maison, Guillerme et Chambron
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Guillerme et Chambron for Votre Maison, large sideboard or armoire, solid oak, ceramic, France, 1960s This exceptional wardrobe designed by the French duo Guillerme et Chambron exem...
Oak
Guillerme & Chambron Highboard in Oak with Ceramic Handles
By Guillerme et Chambron
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Guillerme et Chambron, highboard or cabinet, oak, ceramic, France, 1960s This wardrobe is based on a well-designed structure where aesthetics and functionally go hand in hand. The d...
Oak
Guillerme & Chambron Carved Sideboard in Solid Oak and Ceramic
By Guillerme et Chambron, Votre Maison
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Guillerme et Chambron for Votre Maison, sideboard, oak, ceramic, France, 1960s This cabinet in oak, designed by the French duo Guillerme & Chambron, offers a confident and joyfu...
Ceramic, Oak
Guillerme & Chambron, Nightstands, Oak, France, 1960s
By Guillerme et Chambron
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of oak nightstands designed and produced by Guillerme & Chambron, France, c. 1960s. Overall Dimensions (inches): 23.0"H x 17.5"W x 12.5"D All items ship from High Point, Nor...
Wood, Oak
Guillerme et Chambron Set of Two Solid Oak Stools, France, 1960s
By Votre Maison, Guillerme et Chambron
Located in SOTTEVILLE-LÈS-ROUEN, FR
A rare set of two stools by the iconic French designer duo Guillerme et Chambron, crafted in solid oak in the 1960s. These stools are a perfect example of the designers’ mastery of f...
Oak
Lit double vintage français Guillerme et Chambron en chêne massif des années 60
By Guillerme et Chambron
Located in BESANÇON, FR
Lit double vintage français des années 60, superbe design de Robert Guillerme et Jacques Chambron pour l’éditeur Votre Maison, en bois de chêne clair massif brutaliste, avec tête de ...
Wood
Guillerme & Chambron Highboard in Oak with Carved Doors
By Votre Maison, Guillerme et Chambron
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Guillerme et Chambron for Votre Maison, wardrobe, oak, France, 1960s This wardrobe in solid oak, designed by Guillerme et Chambron, reflects the duo’s characteristic synthesis of sc...
Oak
Guillerme and Chambron, Rare Daybed for Votre Maison", 1960.
By Votre Maison, Guillerme et Chambron, Robert Guillerme
Located in Paris, FR
Guillerme et Chambron, Rare Daybed in Oak from the French company "Votre Maison". France, Circa 1960. Here is a lovely daybed by French creator duo Robert Guillerme and Jacques Cham...
Fabric, Wool, Bouclé, Upholstery, Oak
Guillerme & Chambron Buffet in Stained Oak
By Votre Maison, Guillerme et Chambron
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Guillerme & Chambron for Votre Maison, cupboard, stained oak, France, 1960s This sculptural cabinet is made by the designer duo Guillerme & Chambron. The piece is executed in solid,...
Oak
Guillerme & Chambron Sideboard in Oak and Brass
By Votre Maison, Guillerme et Chambron
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Guillerme et Chambron for Votre Maison, sideboard, oak, France, 1960s. This charming sideboard is made by the designer duo Guillerme & Chambron. This particular design is characteri...
Brass
Guillerme & Chambron Sideboard with Sliding-Doors in Solid Oak
By Votre Maison, Guillerme et Chambron
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Guillerme et Chambron for Votre Maison, sideboard, solid oak, glass, ceramic, France, 1960s This credenza in oak, designed by the French duo Guillerme & Chambron, offers a confident...
Ceramic, Glass, Oak
Guillerme et Chambron Pair of “Fumay” Dining Armchairs for Votre Maison, France
By Votre Maison, Guillerme et Chambron
Located in ŁÓDŹ, PL
Very rare pair of 'Fumay' chairs, designed in 1965 by the world-famous French duo, Robert Guillerme and Jacques Chambron. This solid oak “Fumay” pair of dining armchairs is consider...
Fabric, Wood
Guillerme & Chambron, Lounge Chairs, Fabric, Oak, France, 1950s
By Guillerme et Chambron
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of beige fabric and oak lounge chairs designed by Robert Guillerme and Jacques Chambron, France, 1950s. Dimensions: 43” H x 30.5” W x 36” Seat Height: 19”
Fabric, Oak
1960 Guillerme and Chambron, extendable oak table, Votre Maison edition
By Guillerme et Chambron
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Guillerme and Chambron, oak table, Edition Votre Maison circa 1970 +2 extensions, each 35 cm. Dimensions with the 2 extensions: 73x208x106 cm Composed of a tabletop made of solid...
Oak
Guillerme & Chambron Corner Desk in Dark Oak and Black Stone
By Votre Maison, Guillerme et Chambron
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Guillerme et Chambron for Votre Maison, corner writing desk, oak, stone, France, 1960s A design by Guillerme et Chambron, featuring a corner desk crafted primarily from dark stained...
Stone
Grand Repos Lounge Chair Attributed to Guillerme et Chambron for Votre Maison
By Votre Maison, Guillerme et Chambron
Located in ŁÓDŹ, PL
This rare model Guillereme et Chambron „Grand Repos” Chaise Lounge was manufactured in France in the 1950s. The exceptional refinement of the design is ensured by a sculptural frame...
Wool, Oak
Guillerme & Chambron Lounge Chair with Storage in Oak and Leather
By Guillerme et Chambron
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Guillerme et Chambron for Votre Maison, lounge chair and cabinet, oak, leather, France, 1960s This is a remarkable piece of furniture by Guillerme et Chambron. The whole construction is based on a seating area and a unique, custom-made cabinet. The armrest is beautifully shaped and contains an engraved...
Leather, Oak
1950s Oak Coffee Table with Magazine Rack and Ceramic Tiles, France
By Boleslaw Danikowski, Guillerme et Chambron, Votre Maison
Located in Paris, Ile-de-France
Oak coffee table with magazine rack and glazed ceramic tiles table top. Designed by Guillerme et Chambron for Votre Maison Top of table sporting 12 square glazed ceramic tiles by ...
Ceramic, Oak
Guillerme & Chambron Wall Light in Oak and Glass
By Guillerme et Chambron, Votre Maison
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Guillerme et Chambron for Votre Maison, wall light, oak, glass, 1970s Charming wall light, designed by designers Guillerme and Chambron in the 1970s. The shape and materials used fo...
Glass, Oak
Guillerme & Chambron Corner Desk in Oak and Black Stone
By Guillerme et Chambron
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Guillerme et Chambron for Votre Maison, corner writing desk, oak, stone, France, 1960s A design by Guillerme et Chambron, featuring a corner desk crafted primarily from oak. The des...
Stone
Guillerme & Chambron 'Petit Repos' Lounge Chair in Solid Oak and Teddy Fabric
By Guillerme et Chambron, Votre Maison
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Guillerme et Chambron for Votre Maison, 'Petit Repos' lounge chair, solid oak, teddy fabric, France, 1960s. Guillerme & Chambron are known for their high-quality solid oak furniture...
Fabric, Oak
Guillerme & Chambron Wall-Mounted Shelf with Drawers in Solid Oak
By Guillerme et Chambron, Votre Maison
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Guillerme et Chambron for Votre Maison, wall-mounted shelf with drawers, oak, brass, France, 1960s Guillerme et Chambron crafted this wall-mounted shelf with both elegance and pract...
Brass
Guillerme & Chambron Cabinet in Solid Oak and Glass
By Guillerme et Chambron, Votre Maison
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Guillerme et Chambron for Votre Maison, cupboard, solid oak, glass, France, 1960s Charming cupboard designed by the acclaimed designer duo Guillerme et Chambron. One can hide its pe...
Glass, Oak
Pair of Oak Lounge Chairs by Guillerme & Chambron Votre Maison, France, 1960s
By Votre Maison, Guillerme et Chambron
Located in Rosendahl, DE
Guillerme & Chambron – Known for their innovative approach that balanced function with art, these designers left an indelible mark on modern design. This pair of oak lounge chairs, i...
Oak
Guillerme & Chambron Oak End Tables, France 1950's
By Guillerme et Chambron
Located in New York, NY
A pair of end tables in oak by Guillerme & Chambron, a very atypical design that rests on asymmetrical legs.
Oak
Guillerme et Chambron, Rare Coffee Table in Oak and Ceramics, circa 1950-1960
By Guillerme et Chambron, Votre Maison
Located in Mouscron, WHT
Guillerme et Chambron, Rare Coffee Table in Oak and Ceramics, circa 1950-1960 Votre maison : a style, a concept, a mindset. The Votre Maison story begins in 1940 in Prussia, near...
Ceramic, Oak
Guillerme & Chambron, Oak Gueridon, Ceramics by Danikowski, Edition Votre Maison
By Guillerme et Chambron, Votre Maison
Located in Mouscron, WHT
Guillerme & Chambron, oak gueridon. Ceramics by Danikowski. Edition Votre Maison. Votre maison : a style, a concept, a mindset. The Votre Maison story begins in 1940 in Prussia, ...
Ceramic, Oak
Set of Six Oak "Thibault" Chairs by Guillerme & Chambron France 1960's
By Guillerme et Chambron
Located in HYÈRES, FR
Set of Six Oak "Thibault" Chairs by Guillerme & Chambron France 1960's By Votre Maison Oak structure and original turquoise green fabric are in good condition Stable Report : A ...
Wood, Fabric
Guillerme & Chambron 'Thibault' Dining Chair in Oak and Papercord
By Votre Maison, Guillerme et Chambron
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Guillerme et Chambron for Votre Maison, 'Thibault' dining chair, oak, papercord, France, 1960s Elegant chair in solid oak by Guillerme and Chambron. This chair shows a characteristi...
Papercord, Oak
Guillerme & Chambron, Set of 3 Tile-Topped Nesting Tables, France, Midcentury
By Guillerme et Chambron
Located in Vienna, AT
French side tables or nesting tables by Guillerme et Chambron, circa 1960 Dimensions are: 13" x 23.6" x 20"/ 13" x 18.9" x 18.1"/ 13" x 15.7" x 17.32" Introducing a stunning and ve...
Oak, Ceramic
Guillerme & Chambron Cabinet 'Thierry' in Black Lacquered Oak
By Guillerme et Chambron, Votre Maison
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Guillerme et Chambron for Votre Maison, cabinet, model 'Thierry', lacquered oak, ceramic, France, 1960s. This elegant sideboard evokes the European Gothic Revival period of the nine...
Oak
End Table / Bedside table by Guillerme et Chambron for Votre Maison, 1960's
By Guillerme et Chambron, Boleslaw Danikowski
Located in Marinha Grande, PT
End table / bedside table by Guillerme and Chambron for Edition Votre Maison, France, 1960's. In oak, the top is made of polychrome earthenware tiles made by the artist Boleslaw Dani...
Oak
Guillerme & Chambron Highboard or Wardrobein Oak and Brass
By Votre Maison, Guillerme et Chambron
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Guillerme et Chambron for Votre Maison, armoire, oak, brass, France, 1960s. This wardrobe is designed by Guillerme and Chambron and features geometric carvings in the doors which is...
Brass
Guillerme et Chambron Sconce
By Guillerme et Chambron
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Robert Guillerme and Jacques Chambron sconce Professionally known as Guillerme et Chambron France, circa 1950s Rare diamond shaped oak wall sconce with ceramic detail Newly rewired N...
Ceramic, Oak
Guillerme & Chambron 'Gregoire' Lounge Chair in Solid Oak and Dusty Rose Wool
By Guillerme et Chambron, Votre Maison
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Guillerme et Chambron for Votre Maison, 'Gregoire' lounge chair, wool, oak, France, 1960s This chair stands out with its sculptural silhouette, especially when viewed from the side....
Wool, Oak
Guillerme et Chambron Set of Eight Oak Dining Chairs 1960s
By Guillerme et Chambron
Located in London, GB
Guillerme et Chambron, Set of Eight Dining Chairs, 1960s – Oak & Green Upholstery A set of eight dining chairs designed by Guillerme et Chambron in the 1960s, crafted from solid oak...
Upholstery, Oak
Guillerme et Chambron Oak Lounge Chair / Armchair, France, 1960s
By Votre Maison, Guillerme et Chambron
Located in Lewes, East Sussex
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...
Fabric, Oak
Guillerme & Chambron Set of Twelve Dining Chairs in Oak and Straw
By Votre Maison, Guillerme et Chambron
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Guillerme & Chambron for Votre Maison, set of twelve dining chairs, solid oak, straw, France, 1950s These elegant dining chairs by French designers Guillerme et Chambron showcase th...
Straw, Oak