Pierre Chapo, who was born in Paris, France, in July 1927, was initially interested in becoming a professional painter. However, after a chance meeting with a shipbuilder who introduced him to wood and woodworking, Chapo changed his focus and decided to study architectural studies at the prestigious École Nationale Supérieure des Beaux-Arts in Paris.
After graduating, Chapo and his wife, the sculptor and painter Nicole Lormier, started traveling extensively through Scandinavia and Central America. Among the many places the couple visited was Taliesin West, the home and studio of Frank Lloyd Wright — a visit that had a lasting influence on Chapo’s future work and designs.
Find a collection of vintage Pierre Chapo coffee tables, stools and other furniture today on 1stDibs.
(Biography provided by H. Gallery)
Pierre Chapo S11 Dining Chair in Elm and Cognac Leather, France, 1960s
By Pierre Chapo
Located in Almelo, NL
Dining chair model S11 designed by Pierre Chapo and produced in France during the 1960s. This chair is a refined example of Chapo’s celebrated approach to furniture design, combining...
Leather, Elm
Early S 11 Wood Chair by Pierre Chapo France 1960s
By Pierre Chapo
Located in Berlin, DE
Here we are offering are rare early Chapo S11 chair with a beautiful patina upholstered with new leather. Over time, the currently very light color will naturally darken. This chair ...
Leather, Oak
Leather and Elm Side Chair by Pierre Chapo
By Pierre Chapo
Located in New York City, NY
Leather and elm side chair by Pierre Chapo.
Leather, Elm
Original Pierre Chapo French Elm S24 Chairs, France 1970s - Set of 4
By Pierre Chapo
Located in Renens, CH
Set of four original S24 chairs by Pierre Chapo. Pierre Chapo’s design have been heavily inspired by works from the Bauhaus period and designers like le Corbusier and Charlotte Perr...
Leather, Elm
Pair of S 24 Wood Chairs with new full-grain leather France 2018
By Chapo Creation, Pierre Chapo
Located in Berlin, DE
In 1967, Pierre Chapo designed the S 24 chair for his friend, Dr. Hiroshi Nakajima. With this model, he highlighted the strength of angled half-lap joints to ensure the rigidity of a...
Leather, Elm
French Design Pierre Chapo S45 Chairs, Set of Five, 1980s
By Pierre Chapo
Located in Renens, CH
Set of five S45 ‘Chlacc’ chairs by Pierre Chapo: “The S45 is one of the most sculptural creations in the Chapo catalogue, a design that bears not a passing resemblance to the icon...
Elm
$5,200
H 31.11 in W 16.93 in D 17.13 in
Pierre Chapo “S11” Dining Chair for Atelier Pierre Chapo, 1966
By Pierre Chapo
Located in Lonigo, Veneto
Pierre Chapo “S11” dining chair for Atelier Pierre Chapo, elm and leather, France, 1966 Pierre Chapo designed the "S11" dining chair in 1966, epitomizing his architectural style. Th...
Leather, Elm
$1,280Sale Price|20% Off
H 33.86 in W 14.18 in D 14.97 in
Pierre Chapo S28 chair in elm wood France 1972
By Pierre Chapo
Located in grand Lancy, CH
Pierre Chapo S28 chairs pair in elm wood France 1972
Elm
A Pair of Fine French Art Deco Cherry Wood Side Chairs
Located in Long Island City, NY
A pair of fine French Art Deco cherrywood side chairs with a curved back, fluted back post, and turned wood details on front legs.
Cherry
Pair of Brutalist Chairs
By Pierre Chapo
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Very nice sculpted rustic chairs in plain wood. Close to the work of Chapo.
Elm
$3,900
H 29.14 in W 15.75 in D 22.05 in
Pierre Chapo S34 Dining Chair in Solid Elm, Chapo Creation, France
By Chapo Creation, Pierre Chapo
Located in The Hague, NL
This striking four-legged chair is the model S34 designed by Pierre Chapo in 1973. This iconic design is marked by its four bundled legs, polygonal shaped seat and asymmetrical backr...
Elm
Pair of Full Grain Suede Leather Rolling Club Chairs
Located in Elkton, MD
A pair of leather barrel chairs on casters, upholstered in thick, full-grain leather. The chairs are comfortable, with soft foam cushioning.
Leather
Pierre Chapo 'L09F' Bench in Elm
By Pierre Chapo
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Pierre Chapo, bench, 'L09F', elm, fabric, France, 1960s This piece is an early edition designed by Pierre Chapo, known for his commitment to pure and clean design and construction p...
Fabric, Elm
Fine French 1950's Solid Elm Bed by Pierre Chapo
By Pierre Chapo
Located in Long Island City, NY
A fine French Mid-Century solid elm bed by Pierre Chapo.
Elm
$3,300Sale Price / set|21% Off
H 32 in W 14.5 in D 17.5 in
Set of 4 Zanotta Burgundy Leather Dining Chairs, Italy, 1980s, Signed
By Zanotta, Mario Bellini, Cassina
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A handsome and well-crafted set of four dining chairs by Zanotta, Italy circa 1980s, in rich burgundy leather. Often compared stylistically to Mario Bellini’s iconic 'Cab' chairs for...
Leather
$18,800 / set
H 34.26 in W 14.97 in D 19.69 in
Pierre Chapo “S28” Dining Chairs for Atelier Pierre Chapo, 1972, Set of 8
By Pierre Chapo
Located in Lonigo, Veneto
Pierre Chapo “S28” dining chairs for Atelier Pierre Chapo, elm, France, 1972, set of eight. The "S28" dining chairs, designed by Pierre Chapo in 1972, represent a clear transition f...
Elm
$45,800 / set
H 31.11 in W 16.93 in D 17.13 in
Pierre Chapo “S11” Dining Chairs for Atelier Pierre Chapo, 1966, Set of 10
By Pierre Chapo
Located in Lonigo, Veneto
Pierre Chapo “S11” dining chairs for Atelier Pierre Chapo, elm and leather, France, 1966, set of ten. Pierre Chapo designed the "S11" dining chairs in 1966, epitomizing his architec...
Leather, Elm
$1,300
H 35.44 in W 14.57 in D 16.54 in
Italian Mid-Century Chiavari Chair in Full Brass with New Upholstery, 1970s
By Chiavari
Located in Morazzone, Varese
One amazing solid brass Italian Mid-Century Modern 'Chiavari' side chair. Made in the 1970s. The structure of the chair is made of full polished brass. The upholstery of the solid ...
Brass
Pierre Chapo French Elm Dining Chair Model S28A
By Pierre Chapo
Located in Chicago, IL
Pierre Chapo vintage S28A dining chair, elmwood, France, design 1972, manufactured 1972-1974. The back is made of a single piece of wood. Angled feet that point outwards. Very well ...
Elm
Pierre Chapo French Elm Dining Chair Model S28
By Pierre Chapo
Located in Chicago, IL
Pierre Chapo vintage S28 dining chair, elmwood, France, design 1972, manufactured 1972-1974. The back is made of a single piece of wood. Angled feet that point outwards. Very well...
Elm
French Design, Pierre Chapo, French Elm S28 Chair, 1980s
By Pierre Chapo
Located in Renens, CH
Vintage S28 chair in elm (we have 2 in stock, price per chair): According to Pierre Chapo, the S28 is a modern interpretation of the traditional Alsatian chair, removed of any decora...
Elm
Sold
H 35.04 in W 24.81 in D 21.26 in
Pierre Chapo Mid-Century Modern Cognac Leather Arm Chair French Design
By Pierre Chapo
Located in Antwerp, BE
Pierre Chapo armchair, cognac saddle leather, elm, France 1960s French designer Pierre Chapo (1927-1987) was born into a family of craftsmen in Paris. Early on, Chapo had hopes of...
Elm
Pierre Chapo S15 Easy Chairs Bouclé
By Pierre Chapo
Located in Antwerp, BE
Pierre Chapo, armchairs, S15, Cognac leather, Elm, bouclé, France, ca. 1964 This set of two lounge chairs is designed by Pierre Chapo. These comfortable armchairs in solid elmwood...
Leather, Bouclé, Elm
French Oak Chairs with Leather Sling Seats by Pierre Chapo
By Pierre Chapo
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pair of French oak chairs with leather sling seats by Pierre Chapo, 1950s.
Oak
Pierre Chapo S45 Dining Chair
By Pierre Chapo
Located in San Francisco, CA
Pierre Chapo S45 dining chairs A set of six ‘Chlacc’ dining chairs model #S45 in solid elmwood. Extremely comfortable and in excellent condition. France, c...
Elm
Set of 4 Solid Ashwood & Leather chairs by Pierre Chapo, France
By Pierre Chapo
Located in bergen op zoom, NL
Hard to find and rare model S11x dining chairs by French designer Pierre Chapo. The chairs have a beautiful combination of solid ash wood and a very nice patinated cognac leather. ...