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.
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(Biography provided by H. Gallery)
Early Pierre Chapo 'B17C' Bibliothèque in Solid Elm 284 cm / 111.81 in.
By Pierre Chapo
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Pierre Chapo, 'Bibliothèque' wall unit bookshelf, largest version, model 'B17C', solid elm, France, design circa 1967 This wall unit, known as model ‘B17’, is an early edition desig...
Elm
Pierre Chapo "GO" Modular Shelving Unit in Solid Elm, 1983
By Pierre Chapo
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A masterpiece of adaptability and design, this Pierre Chapo "GO" Modular Shelving Unit in solid elm represents an esteemed end-of-career highlight for the highly influential French d...
Elm
Pierre Chapo, "B17 LONGUE" Bookshelf, circa 1967
By Pierre Chapo
Located in New York, NY
"B17 Longue" bookshelf by Pierre Chapo, circa 1967, in elmwood. Beautiful example of the timeless design mastery of Pierre Chapo (1927 - 1986). In 1967, Pierre Chapo presented new creations at the Salon des Arts Ménagers, exhibiting the B17 bookshelf for the first time. The B 17 is fixed to the wall, freeing up considerable floor space. The bookshelf, whose presence surprises by its discretion and elegance, comes in several versions of differing lengths and heights. The harmony of the lines between the uprights and the shelves (in 50 mm sections) is accentuated by the originality of the support system. Supports, as their name implies, normally prop up the shelves of a piece of furniture or else the jutting parts of buildings. Pierre Chapo decided not to take this universal law into account and modeled a support that fits into the upright, which means the shelf can be solidly fixed under its support. In a balance between gravity and the forces at play, the more weight goes on the shelf, the better its components slot into the upright. Literature: Magen H...
Elm
‘B17B’ Bookshelf by Pierre Chapo, France, 1967
By Pierre Chapo
Located in Antwerp, BE
Designed in 1967 by Pierre Chapo, the B17B bookshelf exemplifies his approach to furniture as a balance of structure, proportion, and material. Constructed entirely in solid elm, the...
Elm
Pierre Chapo Midcentury Solid Elm Library Cabinet
By Pierre Chapo
Located in Paris, FR
1960s solid elm French modern adjustable book- or showcase, reference B10 by Pierre Chapo. Extremely well crafted (Shelves and cabinet can be separated). The piece is equipped with...
Elm
Etagère en orme massif moderniste par Pierre CHAPO manufacture de Seltz 1950's
By Pierre Chapo, Ebenisterie Seltz et Fils 1
Located in TOURCOING, FR
Etagère en orme massif moderniste par Pierre CHAPO édité par la manufacture de Seltz 1950's Pierre Chapo, architecte et ébéniste français formé à l’école des Beaux-Arts, s’est impos...
Elm
Pierre Chapo Special Black Edition Wall-Mounted Book Shelve B17
By Chapo Creation, Pierre Chapo
Located in Barcelona, ES
Special black edition of B17 wall-mounted book shelve designed by Pierre Chapo, circa 1970 in France. Manufactured by Chapo Creation, 2019. Oakwood. In original condition, with wear...
Wood
Pierre Chapo, Shelves Cabinet in Natural Elm, 1960s
By Pierre Chapo
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Pierre Chapo, by. Shelving unit in blond natural elm, model B10, consisting of three front shelves. A door in the lower part. French work realized in the 1960s.
Elm
$2,379 / set
H 13 in W 9.5 in D 11.8 in
Pair of Hanging Bedside Tables in Solid Elm, House Regain, France, 1970s
By Maison Regain
Located in VILLERS-SUR-MER, FR
These original hanging tables are very interesting in a small bed room because of their size and fixing system. They can also be used as shells, they ar...
Elm
1950s Wooden Etagere, Czechoslovakia
Located in Praha, CZ
- Carefully refurbished - Stained beech wood
Beech
$2,058
H 36.82 in W 33.47 in D 12.8 in
Sheraton Revival Burr Elm Walnut Inlay Dwarf Library Open Bookcase Bookshelf
By Sheraton Revival
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer for this lovely Burr Elm, Walnut inlaid, Sheraton Revival style dwarf open library bookcase A very good looking well made and decorative piece, the shelf is height adjustable and or removable so it can be adjusted to take any size books/ Each piece is in light mahogany with lovely walnut Sheraton inlay...
Elm, Walnut
Sold|$4,600
H 72.75 in W 11.75 in D 17.5 in
Umbo Modular Shelving Unit by Kay LeRoy Ruggles for Directional
By Directional, Kay Leroy Ruggles
Located in Chicago, IL
c. 1970s. USA. Modular shelving unit with gorgeous sun fading.
Plastic
$16,179Sale Price|20% Off
H 46.46 in W 48.04 in D 18.12 in
Pierre Chapo, Cabinet, Model R18A Solid Elm, France, circa 1960
By Pierre Chapo
Located in Genève, GE
Pierre Chapo, Cabinet, Model 'R18A', Solid Elm, France, circa 1960 This model is a first edition, created according to Pierre Chapo's original artisanal methodology. The "R18" sideb...
Elm
$6,900
H 60 in W 107.5 in D 16.25 in
Mid Century Danish HG Teak Wood Modular Wall Unit Shelving & Bookcase
By Hansen & Guldborg Møbler
Located in Detroit, MI
This vintage mid century Danish modern Hansen & Guldborg modular teak wood wall unit shelving system and bookcase was made in Denmark circa 1960. The classic Scandinavian modern ...
Metal
$6,840
H 72.05 in W 72.05 in D 14.97 in
Patinated Elm Bookshelf in the Style of Pierre Chapo, France 1970s
By Pierre Chapo
Located in Almelo, NL
Patinated Elm Bookshelf in the Style of Pierre Chapo, France 1970s A striking and robust wall-mounted bookshelf crafted in solid patinated elmwood, made in France in the 1970s in th...
Elm
Small Console or Shelf De Baggis Manufacturing 1950s
By Angelo De Baggis
Located in Palermo, Sicily
Small console or shelf De Baggis manufacturing 1950s.
Brass
Vintage Rattan Etagere Bookshelf
Located in W Allenhurst, NJ
Large rattan etagere features Gabriella Crespi style Rising Sun inlay across arched top and glass shelving for storage and display. Leather wrapped supports. Very good vintage condit...
Leather, Rattan, Glass
Stack Shelving Unit
By Fort Makers, Noah Spencer
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Stack Shelving Unit is a grouping of architectural and abstract sculptures by Noah Spencer that together make a shelving unit. When these sculptures are ...
Maple
Hanging Shelf by Pierre Cruége
By Rene Gabriel
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Solid oak bookcase designed by Pierre Cruége Located in NY. Original condition.
Oak
$4,185 / set
H 72.05 in W 65.75 in D 17.13 in
Avalon Modular Teak & Metal Multi Piece Shelving & Cabinet Storage Wall Units
Located in Reading, Berkshire
Avalon Modular Teak & Metal Multi Piece Mid Century Modern Bookcase Wall Unit SECTIONS 1 and 2 Overall height: 183cm Overall wid...
Steel
Early Pierre Chapo Version 'B17' Bibliothèque in Solid Elm
By Pierre Chapo
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Pierre Chapo, bibliothèque, model no. B17, elm, France, 1960s. This is a rare and large model 'B17' - shelves designed by Pierre Chapo. It is the largest version of this quintess...
Elm
Rare and Large Pierre Chapo 'B17' Library in Solid Elm
By Pierre Chapo
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Pierre Chapo, Bibliothèque, model no. B17, elm, France, 1967. The shelving system was created in 1967 were is was presented at the Salon des Arts Ménagers. This robust and solid b...
Elm
Pierre Chapo Patinated and Large Solid Elm Bibliothèque B17B
By Pierre Chapo
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Pierre Chapo, bibliothèque, model no. B17B, elm, France, 1960s. This is a rare and large Model 'B17' - shelves designed by Pierre Chapo. It is the largest version of this quintess...
Elm
Pierre Chapo Solid Elm Bookshelf B17B
By Pierre Chapo
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Pierre Chapo, bibliothèque, model no. B17B, elm, France, 1960s. Model 'B17' - shelves designed by Pierre Chapo. The shelving system was created in 1967 were is was presented at th...
Elm
Antique Pierre Chapo 'B17B' bookcase in solid elm France
By Pierre Chapo
Located in Genève, GE
A rare B17B wall unit, or bibliothèque, designed by Pierre Chapo. The shelving system was designed in 1967 where it was presented at the Salon des Arts Ménagers. This robust and soli...
Elm
Mid-century bookshelf B30 by Pierre Chapo, France ca. 1960
By Pierre Chapo
Located in Meulebeke, BE
France / 1960 / wall unit / Pierre Chapo / B30 / wood / mid-century Bookshelf B30 by Pierre Chapo at Chapo Atelier, France. Handmade with precision and passion this shelf is a true ...
Wood
Pierre Chapo B17 (B) Wall Bookshelf 226 CM 1960's
By Pierre Chapo
Located in San Francisco, CA
An instantly recognizable Pierre Chapo wall hanging bookshelf consists of 4 horizontal solid elm slats that rests under 8 brackets. Chapo playfu...
Elm
Pierre Chapo Wall Unit in Solid Elm, France, 1960s
By Pierre Chapo
Located in ABCOUDE, UT
Incredible screw free wall unit in solid Elm wood by the French designer Pierre Chapo. The absolutely stunning design with the iconic Chapo trademark screw free wood work in solid elm wood. The wall unit consists of three standers, two storage pieces...
Elm
Pierre Chapo Large Wall Unit Model B17, French Elm, circa 1967
By Pierre Chapo
Located in Santa Gertrudis, Baleares
Original "B17" bookshelf by Pierre Chapo, circa 1967, in French elmwood. One of the most iconic piece of Pierre Chapo (1927-1986). In 1967, Pierre Chapo presented new creations at the Salon des Arts Ménagers, exhibiting the B17 bookshelf for the first time. This bookcase is fixed to the wall freeing up a lot of living space. The bookshelf, whose presence surprises by its discretion and elegance, by the harmony of the lines between the uprights and the shelves (in 50 mm sections) is accentuated by the originality of the support system. Supports, as their name implies, normally prop up the shelves of a piece of furniture or else the jutting parts of buildings. Pierre Chapo decided not to take this universal law into account and modeled a support that fits into the upright, which means the shelf can be solidly fixed under its support. In a balance between gravity and the forces at play, the more weight goes on the shelf, the better its components slot into the upright. The wall unit is in the French Campagne style...
Elm
Pierre Chapo French Elm Wall Unit, Model B17, France, 1967
By Pierre Chapo
Located in Antwerp, BE
Pierre Chapo; French elm; wall unit; bookshelf; Model B17; France; 1967; 1960s Design; wood; French Design; French Craftsmanship; This wall unit, known as model B17, was created b...
Elm
Pierre Chapo, Bookcase-Shelves in Elm, 1960s
By Pierre Chapo
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Pierre Chapo, signed. Shelves in blond natural elm, with smoked glass doors and a sideboard with drawers in the lower part. Original leather tongue, cognac color. French work r...
Elm
Sold
H 90.56 in W 84.65 in D 11.82 in
Pierre Chapo Solid Elm Modular Freestanding Shelving System, France, ca. 1960s
By Pierre Chapo
Located in Geneva, CH
Solid elm freestanding modular shelving system by Pierre Chapo, France ca. 1960s 4 poles and 23 shelves that you can place wherever you want Strong and stable. Measures: Each shel...
Elm