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 Wall Light in Oak and Glass
By Votre Maison, Guillerme et Chambron
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Guillerme et Chambron for Votre Maison, wall light, oak, glass, 1970s Charming wall light designed by French designers Guillerme and Chambron in the 1970s. The shape and materials m...
Glass, Oak
chandelier France - 1950's
By Guillerme et Chambron
Located in Forest, BE
This lustre, designed by Gillerme and Chambron in the 1950’s, features a symbiose of wood and fabric. The lampshades was restored by one of our craftsmen.
Fabric, Wood
Guillerme et Chambron Sculptural Oak Wall Light, France, circa 1960s
By Guillerme et Chambron
Located in London, GB
A striking French wall light by Guillerme et Chambron, dating to the 1960s. Crafted from solid oak, the light features a bold, sculptural form that reflects the designers’ distinctiv...
Oak
Guillerme et Chambron Pendant
By Guillerme et Chambron
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Rare Guillerme et Chambron pendant, France, 1940s. Features original dark turquoise ceramic sockets and a beautifully crafted oak frame. Unique wood dowel details and brass stem ...
Brass
1960's Guillerme et Chambron Oak And Ceramic Corner Sconce for Votre Maison
By Votre Maison, Guillerme et Chambron
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Oak and ceramic corner wall sconce by Guillerme et Chambron for Votre Maison, France, 1960s. The sculptural oak arm extends outward on a diagonal from a white metal corner backplate,...
Ceramic, Oak
Guillerme et Chambron Blond Oak and Opaline Glass Ceiling Light, France, 1960s
By Guillerme et Chambron
Located in London, GB
A striking French ceiling light by Guillerme et Chambron, dating from the 1960s. The sculptural fitting is crafted from blond oak, displaying the warm tone, expressive grain and care...
Glass, Opaline Glass, Oak
Pair of Solid Oak & Ceramic Sconces by Guillerme & Chambron - France 1960's
By Guillerme et Chambron
Located in New York, NY
A pair of solid oak wall lights designed and produced by the northern French design duo Guillerme & Chambron in the 1960s. Ceramic socket covers by artist Boleslaw Danikowski. In goo...
Ceramic, Earthenware, Oak
Guillerme et Chambron Floor Lamp with Low Shelf
By Guillerme et Chambron
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Guillerme et Chambron oak floor lamp - France, 1940's Lamp features mechanism to be able to swivel left and right according to needs of the space Beautiful dark green, original ha...
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
$1,238Sale Price|20% Off
Swivelling oak sconce
By Guillerme et Chambron
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
an elegant pair of oak sconces edition votre maison
Oak
Guillerme et Chambron Floor Lamp with Integrated Chair
By Guillerme et Chambron
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Rare corner floor lamp by Guillereme et Chambron with integrated seat, France 1950's Features stunning warm oak frame and lamp with a original ceramic tile sockets Built-in seat ne...
Ceramic, Oak, Mohair
Pair of oak and brass wall lights by Guillerme & Chambron
By Guillerme et Chambron
Located in London, GB
A pair of 1960's oak and brass wall lights by Guillerme & Chambron of France. Re-wired and tested.
Brass
Guillerme et Chambron French Oak & Ceramic Double Pendant Light
By Guillerme et Chambron
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Guillerme et Chambron French oak & ceramic double pendant light Designed by Robert Guillerme and Jacques Chambron France, circa 1950s Hand crafted artisanal piece Beautifully ca...
Ceramic, Oak
Guillerme & Chambron floor lamp
By Guillerme et Chambron
Located in BE
This floor lamp was designed in 1970s France by the renowned French designers Guillerme & Chambron. It functions both as a decorative lamp and a functional floor lamp, creating a str...
Wood
Guillerme et Chambron 4 Wall Sconces En Chene, Edition Votre Maison, circa 1970
By Votre Maison, Guillerme et Chambron
Located in Mouscron, WHT
Guillerme et Chambron 4 wall sconces en chene, edition Votre Maison, circa 1970. price is for one. 4 are available. Votre maison : a style, a concept, a mindset. The Votre Maison ...
Oak
$7,500 / item
Guillerme et Chambron Ceramic Wall Sconce
By Guillerme et Chambron
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Rare wall sconce by Guillerme et Chambron—France 1940s Two available / priced separately Large in scale with slightly different colored ceramic sockets - tealish blue & Blueish br...
Ceramic, Linen, Oak
Guillerme et Chambron Rotating Corner Wall Sconce
By Guillerme et Chambron
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Rare and highly collectible Guillerme et Chambron corner wall sconce, France, circa 1940s. Featuring a beautifully crafted oak frame with warm tones and a dark turquoise ceramic so...
Ceramic, Oak
Guillerme and Chambron Pendant in Oak and Opaline Glass, Edition Votre Maison
By Votre Maison, Guillerme et Chambron
Located in Mouscron, WHT
Guillerme and Chambron Pendant in oak and opaline glass , "Edition Votre Maison" circa 1970 We can provide socket adapters. Votre maison : a style, a concept, a mindset. The Votre...
Opaline Glass, Oak
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
Single Solid Oak & Ceramic Sconce by Guillerme and Chambron, France, 1960s
By Guillerme et Chambron
Located in New York, NY
Single minimalist solid oak sconce by French iconic designers duo Guillerme & Chambron. Ceramic cup by Boleslaw Danikowski. This light needs to be rewired for use in the US.
Ceramic, Oak
Guillerme et Chambron Oak and Ceramic Mid-Century Table Lamps (3 Available)
By Guillerme et Chambron
Located in London, GB
Oak table lamps by Guillerme et Chambron. France, c1960s. Ceramic cup detailing. PRICED AND SOLD INDIVIDUALLY. Re-wired and PAT tested. Internal Ref: UK. Location: London ...
Ceramic, Oak
Guillerme, Chambron and Danikowski - 20th Century Chandelier in Oak and Opaline
By Guillerme et Chambron
Located in FR
THIS ITEM CAN BE SHIPPED OR PICKED UP FROM LONDON OR PARIS ENSURING NO CUSTOM TAX ON SHIPPINGS IN EUROPE. WE OFFER FREE SHIPPING IN PARIS AND LONDON. Elevate your space with this st...
Ceramic, Opaline Glass, Oak
Pair of Guillerme et Chambron Wall Sconces Oak Wood & Ceramic French Folk Art 60
By Guillerme et Chambron
Located in Miami, FL
Very rare example of Guillerme et Chambron oak sconces with some ceramic Bobech by Danikowski 100 watts bulb max US wired , in working condition 2 pairs available. Priced by pair, Ha...
Oak
Guillerme et Chambron Ceiling Light
By Guillerme et Chambron
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Rare Guillerme et Chambron Ceiling Pendant with simple unique shape , France, 1940s. Features original blue ceramic sockets and a beautifully crafted oak frame. Newly rewired and...
Ceramic, Oak
Guillerme et Chambron Floor Lamp
By Guillerme et Chambron
Located in Saint-Ouen, IDF
Vintage floor lamp designed by Guillerme et Chambron for their maison d'edition Votre Maison. Made of oak wood, this floor lamp has a built in double tray at the bottom, rotating ce...
Ceramic, Wood
Guillerme & Chambron, Wall Light, Oak, Fabric, France, 1960s
By Guillerme et Chambron
Located in High Point, NC
A dark-stained oak and white fabric wall light produced by Guillerme & Chambron, France, c. 1960s. The fixture presents with moderate scratching and discoloration throughout the woo...
Fabric, Oak
Guillerme et Chambron Sconces
By Guillerme et Chambron
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Pair of Guillerme et Chambron wall sconces, France 1940's Warm oak frame with dark turquoise ceramic sockets Newly rewired and new linen shade
Ceramic, Linen, Wood, Oak
$8,800 / set
Guillerme et Chambron Sconces
By Guillerme et Chambron
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Pair of unique Guillerme et Chambron sconces with terracotta ceramic sockets. Warm oak frames with new linen shade. France circa 1940s
Ceramic, Oak
Guillerme et Chambron Floor Lamp With Low Tiled Shelves Edition Votre Maison
By Guillerme et Chambron
Located in London, GB
This floor lamp by Guillerme et Chambron for Edition Votre Maison, dating from the 1960s, is crafted in waxed oak with ceramic tile detailing. The design combines lighting with integ...
Ceramic, Oak
Rare Guillerme et Chambron Floor Lamp, Votre Maison Edition, circa 1970
By Votre Maison, Guillerme et Chambron
Located in Mouscron, WHT
Guillerme et Chambron, floor lamp, Votre Maison Edition circa 1970. Votre maison : a style, a concept, a mindset. The Votre Maison story begins in 1940 in Prussia, near the Maza...
Ceramic, Oak
Guillerme et Chambron Sconces
By Guillerme et Chambron
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Pair of Guillerme et Chambron sconces with vibrant dark blue ceramic sockets. Oak frames with new linen shade. France circa 1940s
Ceramic, Oak
Pair of Guillerme et Chambron Wood and Ceramic Wall Sconces with Modern Shades
By Guillerme et Chambron
Located in Saint-Ouen, IDF
A sculptural and uncommon pair of French wall sconces by Guillerme et Chambron, created in France during the 1970s. These expressive fixtures embody the designers’ signature balance ...
Ceramic, Wood
Guillerme et Chambron Single Oak Swing Arm Sconce, France 1950's
By Guillerme et Chambron
Located in New York, NY
Carved oak swing sconce by Guillerme & Chambron for Votre Maison, the backplate has excellent details and feature hidden screws. Original shade. Rewire included upon request, 3-4 ...
Oak
french Table lamp in solid oak and ceramic Guillerme & Chambron 50's - G044
By Guillerme et Chambron
Located in Ternay, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes
Large table lamp from the 50's by French designers Guillerme & Chambron. Medium solid oak structure on four legs. Ceramic cups in blue-green shades used to hide the sockets, silk lam...
Ceramic, Silk, Oak
Sculptural French Design Lamp by Guillerme et Chambron
By Guillerme et Chambron
Located in San Antonio, TX
Solid oak and ceramic sculptural French design lamp designed by Guillerme et Chambron for Votre Maison, France, circa 1960s. This mid-century modern floor lamp has two built in trays...
Ceramic, Oak
Guillerme et Chambron chandelier
By Guillerme et Chambron, Votre Maison
Located in BE
Introducing the Guillerme et Chambron chandelier, Votre Maison Edition, circa 1970, a rare statement piece that captures the essence of refined French design. Crafted with a solid oa...
Glass, Oak
Guillerme & Chambron French Floor Lamp
By Guillerme et Chambron
Located in Miami, FL
Guillerme & Chambron French floor lamp, for Votre maison editeur. Glaze tiles by Danikowski, light oak and ceramic. 2 light, 100 watts max bulb.
Ceramic, Oak
$1,467Sale Price / item|20% Off
Wall sconce in oak Guillerme et Chambron
By Guillerme et Chambron
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
A glass shade and oak base sconce by Guillerme et Chambron Edition Votre Maison
Glass, Oak
Oak Chandelier by Guillerme and Chambron, France, c. 1960
By Guillerme et Chambron
Located in New York City, NY
Priced individually; two available in different wood tones. Unique wooden chandelier by Guillerme and Chambron.
Oak
Large Guillerme et Chambron Wall Sconce
By Guillerme et Chambron
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Large scale torchier sconce by Guillerme et Chambron - France, circa 1940s Oak frame with dark turquoise ceramic sockets Impressive in design and scale! New linen shade
Ceramic, Oak
Pair of Guillerme et Chambron Mid-Century French Table Lamps
By Guillerme et Chambron
Located in London, GB
A pair of mid-20th oak table lamps. By esteemed designers Guillerme et Chambron. France, c1960s. Oak and metal. Price is for the pair. Since re-wired and PAT test...
Wood
Guillerme et Chambron Wall Sconce
By Guillerme et Chambron
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Guillerme et Chambron wall sconce with bright turquoise ceramic socket and new linen shade on an oak frame. Newly rewired.
Ceramic, Linen, Wood
$8,800 / set
Guillerme et Chambron Sconces
By Guillerme et Chambron
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Pair of Guillerme et Chambron sconces with dark ceramic sockets. Warm oak frames with new linen shade. France circa 1940s
Ceramic, Oak
Guillerme et Chambron pair of Wall Sconces En Chene, Edition Votre Maison
By Votre Maison, Guillerme et Chambron
Located in Mouscron, WHT
Guillerme and Chambron wall lights in oak, "Edition Votre Maison" circa 1970 Votre maison : a style, a concept, a mindset. The Votre Maison story begins in 1940 in Prussia, nea...
Glass, Oak
Guillerme and Chambron Pendant in Oak and ceramic , Edition Votre Maison
By Guillerme et Chambron, Votre Maison
Located in Mouscron, WHT
Guillerme and Chambron Pendant in Oak and ceramic , Edition Votre Maison the ceramic bowls are by Boleslaw Danikowski Votre maison : a style, a concept, a mindset. The Votre Maiso...
Oak, Ceramic
Wall Mounted Lamp by Guillerme et Chambron
By Guillerme et Chambron
Located in Tokyo, Tokyo
Circa1950s / France Size : W200(base) D540 H660 mm / Top F170 mm A wall lamp by a French design unit consisting of Robert Guillaume and Jacques Chambron. It features a sculptural...
Ceramic, Oak
Guillerme et Chambron Ceiling Mounted Lantern Style Light Fixtures Set
By Guillerme et Chambron
Located in North Miami, FL
The classic beauty of French mid-century design by Guillerme et Chambron. There is a green ceramic cup holder and dark stained oak wood body. These are ceiling mounted lights with NE...
Ceramic, Wood
Guillerme et Chambron French Mid-Century Shelf Wall Lights
By Guillerme et Chambron
Located in London, GB
Oak wall shelves with integrated wall light, by French legendary designers Guillerme et Chambron. France, c1960s. Oak with the original ceramic bulb holder. Priced and so...
Oak
Guillerme et Chambron Floor Lamp with Ceramic Tile Shelves
By Guillerme et Chambron
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Rare corner floor lamp by Guillereme et Chambron with original blue ceramic sockets. Features two built-in shelves with vibrant royal blue tiles. A new linen shade sits elegantly w...
Ceramic, Oak
Guillerme et Chambron for Votre Maison Wall Light
By Guillerme et Chambron
Located in North Miami, FL
Guillerme et Chambron carved oak wall lamp in torch design with paper shade (included) and silk wire cable with on/off switch to plug in to wall. It gives wonderful ambient light an...
Oak
Guillerme Chambron large wall lamp with swivel and sliding arm, circa 1950/1960
By Votre Maison, Guillerme et Chambron
Located in Mouscron, WHT
Guillerme Chambron large wall lamp with swivel and sliding arm,circa 1950/1960 Votre maison : a style, a concept, a mindset. The Votre Maison story begins in 1940 in Prussia, nea...
Oak
Guillerme et Chambron 3 Wall Sconces En Chene, Edition Votre Maison, circa 1970
By Votre Maison, Guillerme et Chambron
Located in Mouscron, WHT
Guillerme et Chambron 3 wall sconces en chene, edition Votre Maison, circa 1970. price is for one. 3 are available. Votre maison : a style, a concept, a mindset. The Votre Maison ...
Oak
$1,651Sale Price|20% Off
Table lamp by Guillerme et chambron
By Guillerme et Chambron
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
An unusual table lamp by Guillerme et Chambron et ceramic by Boleslaw Danikowski
Ceramic, Oak
Applique en chêne massif par Guillerme et Chambron et céramique par Danikowski
By Boleslaw Danikowski, Guillerme et Chambron
Located in TOURCOING, FR
Applique en chêne massif par Guillerme et Chambron et céramique par Danikowski travail français vers 1950
Ceramic, Oak
Guillerme et Chambron Sconces
By Guillerme et Chambron
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Pair of Guillerme et Chambron sconces with dark brown and green ceramic sockets. Light oak frames with new linen shade. France circa 1940s
Ceramic, Oak
$8,500 / set
Guillerme et Chambron Wall Sconces
By Guillerme et Chambron
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Guillerme et Chambron pair of sconces with dark ceramic sockets. French Oak frames with new linen shade. Wonderful pair - large in scale France circa 1940s
Ceramic, Oak
Guillerme & Chambron, Lampadaire Gildas, Oak Floor Lamp, France, France, c. 1960
By Guillerme et Chambron, Votre Maison
Located in New York, NY
Robert Guillerme placed equal emphasis on function and aesthetics, creating a look as staid as it was arresting. While his work was in many ways distinctively conservative and recogn...
Ceramic, Oak
Guillerme and Chambron Large Wall Light in Oak, " Votre Maison" circa 1970
By Votre Maison, Guillerme et Chambron
Located in Mouscron, WHT
Guillerme and Chambron wall lights in oak, "Edition Votre Maison" circa 1970 Votre maison : a style, a concept, a mindset. The Votre Maison story begins in 1940 in Prussia, nea...
Oak, Glass
Guillerme & Chambron, Applique Jérome, Pair of Ebonized Sconces
By Guillerme et Chambron, Votre Maison
Located in New York, NY
Robert Guillerme placed equal emphasis on function and aesthetics, creating a look as staid as it was arresting. While his work was in many ways distinctively conservative and recogn...
Oak
Guillerme et Chambron two Halogen Floor Lamp, Votre Maison Edition circa 1970
By Votre Maison, Guillerme et Chambron
Located in Mouscron, WHT
Rare Guillerme et Chambron two Halogen Floor Lamp, Votre Maison Edition circa 1970 price is for one two are available Votre maison : a style, a concept, a mindset. The Votre Ma...
Ceramic, Oak