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Guillerme et Chambron

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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2 Nightstands in oak by Guillerme et Chambron., edition Votre Maison, circa 1970
By Guillerme et Chambron
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
2 Nightstands in oak by Guillerme et Chambron., edition Votre Maison, circa 1970.
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1970s French Modern Vintage Guillerme et Chambron

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Oak

Guillerme et Chambron, 18 Chairs in Oak, Edition "Votre Maison", circa 1960
By Guillerme et Chambron
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Guillerme et chambron, 18 chairs in oak, edition "Votre Maison", circa 1960 18 chairs are available with different wood colors and fabrics.
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1960s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Guillerme et Chambron

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Wool, Oak

“Petit Repos” Armchair by Guillerme et Chambron for Votre Maison, France 1950s
By Votre Maison, Guillerme et Chambron
Located in Utrecht, NL
This oaken “Petit Repos” chair deserves its title of iconic. Both in terms of quality and design, this model represents why Votre Maison, the French duo Guillerme et Chambron’s compa...
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1950s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Guillerme et Chambron

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Fabric, Wood, Bouclé

Pair of Oak and Ceramics Wall Lights by Guillerme et Chambron, France, 1960's
By Votre Maison, Guillerme et Chambron
Located in LYON, FR
Superbe paire d'appliques par le duo français Robert Guillerme et Jacques Chambron pour leur maison d'édition Votre Maison, des années 60. Fabriquées en chêne par leur collaborateur...
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1960s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Guillerme et Chambron

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Ceramic, Oak

Pair of Oaken “Grand Repos” Lounge Chairs by Guillerme et Chambron, France 1950s
By Votre Maison, Guillerme et Chambron
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...
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1950s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Guillerme et Chambron

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Fabric, Wood

Pair of night stand 'Guillerme et Chambron'
By Guillerme et Chambron
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
a pair of oak and ceramic night stands with draw edition votre maison circa 1970 price for the pair
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1970s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Guillerme et Chambron

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Oak

Pair of night stand 'Guillerme et Chambron'
Pair of night stand 'Guillerme et Chambron'
H 21.26 in W 21.26 in D 11.82 in
Pair of French Mid-Century Modern Oak Lounge Chairs by Guillerme et Chambron
By Guillerme et Chambron, Votre Maison
Located in Miami, FL
Pair of oak lounge chairs by Guillerme et Chambron, France 1960 This model is a mid repos Sculptural organic shape, finger back Retains a beautiful warm patina These chairs have th...
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1950s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Guillerme et Chambron

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Fabric, Oak

Single French Mid Century Modern Oak Lounge Chair by Guillerme et Chambron
By Votre Maison, Guillerme et Chambron
Located in Miami, FL
Single French mid-century modern oak lounge chair by Guillerme et Chambron This model is a Grand Repos Sculptural organic shape, finger back Retains a beautiful warm patina Newly u...
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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Guillerme et Chambron

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Fabric, Oak

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Guillerme et Chambron furniture 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 furniture, although brown editions of this piece are particularly popular. Many of the original furniture by Guillerme et Chambron were created in the mid-century modern style in france during the mid-20th century. If you’re looking for additional options, many customers also consider furniture by Charlotte Perriand, Votre Maison, and Charles Dudouyt. Prices for Guillerme et Chambron furniture can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these items begin at $2,480 and can go as high as $15,312, while a piece like these, on average, fetch $8,896.

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