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 Votre Maison armchairs, credenzas, dining tables 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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Guillerme & Chambron Set of Twelve Dining Chairs in Oak and Straw
By Guillerme et Chambron, Votre Maison
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
Guillerme & Chambron Set of Five Dining Chairs in Oak and Purple Wool
By Guillerme et Chambron, Votre Maison
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Guillerme et Chambron for Votre Maison, set of five dining chairs, solid oak, wool, France, 1960s These charming dining chairs designed by the French duo Guillerme et Chambron exemp...
Wool, Oak
Pair of chairs by Guillerme et Chambron for Votre Maison, France, 1950s
By Guillerme et Chambron, Votre Maison
Located in Lyon, FR
Beautiful pair of 1950s chairs, crafted in France by the Northern French cabinetmaking duo Guillerme et Chambron for Votre Maison. Particularly rare, as they belong to some of the ea...
Wool, Oak
Set of Six “Fumay” Dining Armchairs by Guillerme et Chambron, France, 1960s
By Votre Maison, Guillerme et Chambron
Located in ŁÓDŹ, PL
'Fumay' chairs designed in 1965 by the world-famous French duo, Robert Guillerme and Jacques Chambron. This solid oak “Fumay” dinning armchairs are considered as a reference among furniture from the 1950s to the 1970s. This dining armchairs perfectly explains why, through proportions, unique concepts and the quality of woodworking at the highest level, the French duo created timeless furniture. These chairs show beautiful lines, from Guillerme and Chambron's signature tapered legs to the armrests, which are carved from light oak with the utmost care. This armchair model is made with attention to detail and extremely comfortable. This version of the 'Fumay' model with armrests is distinguished by interesting curves and the highest craftmanship, characteristic of the Guillerme & Chambron duo. The genius of the project lies in the details and uniqueness of the structure, such as stretchers between the legs placed at different heights in the front and on the sides. The elegant look is complemented by upholstered seats made of a premium light linen and wool blend fabric, which perfectly matches the color of oiled oak. Condition: In good vintage condition. Wear consistent with age and use. The chairs are newly refinished and reupholstered in premium light fabric, a blend of wool and linen. At the customer's special request, AMS Gallery...
Fabric, Wood
Guillerme et Chambron, Set of Six Oak Chairs, Fumay model. Edition Votre Maison
By Votre Maison, Guillerme et Chambron
Located in Mouscron, WHT
Guillerme et Chambron, set of six oak chairs. Model Fumay. Edition Votre Maison, circa 1970. Votre maison : a style, a concept, a mindset. The Votre Maison story begins in 1940 i...
Oak, Faux Leather
Set of 9 Chairs by Guillerme and Chambron, Edition Votre Maison, circa 1960
By Votre Maison, Guillerme et Chambron
Located in Mouscron, WHT
Set of 9 Chairs by Guillerme and Chambron, Edition Votre Maison, circa 1960s. Votre maison : a style, a concept, a mindset. The Votre Maison story begins in 1940 in Prussia, near...
Oak, Upholstery
Guillerme et Chambron, Six Oak Chairs, Edition Votre Maison, circa 1970
By Votre Maison, Guillerme et Chambron
Located in Mouscron, WHT
Guillerme et Chambron, six oak chairs. Edition Votre Maison, circa 1970. Foams to change. The patina is dirty. Votre maison : a style, a concept, a mindset. The Votre Maison stor...
Wool, Oak
Guillerme et Chambron, Set of 6 Oak Chairs, Edition Votre Maison, circa 1960
By Votre Maison, Guillerme et Chambron
Located in Mouscron, WHT
Guillerme et Chambron, Set of 6 Oak Chairs, Edition Votre Maison, circa 1960 Possibility of having more chairs in the model 6 other chairs of the same model are available in another...
Oak
Guillerme et Chambron, Set of 6 Oak Chairs, Edition Votre Maison, circa 1960
By Votre Maison, Guillerme et Chambron
Located in Mouscron, WHT
Guillerme et Chambron, Set of 6 Oak Chairs, Edition Votre Maison, circa 1960 Possibility of having more chairs in the model Votre maison : a style, a concept, a mindset. The Vot...
Oak
Guillerme et Chambron, Set of Seven Oak Chairs, Edition Votre Maison, circa 1970
By Votre Maison, Guillerme et Chambron
Located in Mouscron, WHT
Guillerme et Chambron, set of seven oak chairs. Edition Votre Maison, circa 1970. Woolen fabric in good condition foams to change. Votre maison : a style, a concept, a mindset. ...
Wool, Oak
Guillerme et Chambron, 18 Chairs in Oak, Edition "Votre Maison", circa 1960
By Votre Maison, Guillerme et Chambron
Located in Mouscron, WHT
Guillerme et chambron, 18 chairs in oak, edition "Votre Maison", circa 1960 18 chairs are available with different wood colors and fabrics. Votre maison : a style, a concept, a min...
Wool, Oak
Guillerme et Chambron, Set of 6 Oak Chairs, Edition Votre Maison, circa 1960
By Votre Maison, Guillerme et Chambron
Located in Mouscron, WHT
Guillerme et Chambron, Set of 6 Oak Chairs, Edition Votre Maison, circa 1960 Votre maison : a style, a concept, a mindset. The Votre Maison story begins in 1940 in Prussia, near ...
Oak, Straw
Guillerme et Chambron, Set of Six Oak Chairs, Edition Votre Maison, circa 1970
By Votre Maison, Guillerme et Chambron
Located in Mouscron, WHT
Guillerme et Chambron, set of six oak chairs. Edition Votre Maison, circa 1970. Woolen fabric in good condition (except a stain) foams to change. Votre maison : a style, a concept,...
Oak, Wool
Guillerme et Chambron, Set of 6 Oak Chairs, Edition Votre Maison, circa 1960
By Guillerme et Chambron, Votre Maison
Located in Mouscron, WHT
Guillerme et Chambron, Set of 6 Oak Chairs, Edition Votre Maison, circa 1960 Possibility of having more chairs in the model Votre maison : a style, a concept, a mindset. The Vot...
Upholstery, Oak
Guillerme et Chambron, "Etudiant" Armchair, Edition Votre Maison, circa 1950
By Votre Maison, Guillerme et Chambron
Located in Mouscron, WHT
Guillerme et Chambron, "Etudiant" armchair, edition Votre Maison, circa 1950 Fabric and foam to be changed.
Oak, Wool
Guillerme et Chambron, "Etudiant" Armchair, Edition Votre Maison, circa 1950
By Votre Maison, Guillerme et Chambron
Located in Mouscron, WHT
Guillerme et Chambron, "Etudiant" armchair, edition Votre Maison, circa 1950. Votre maison : a style, a concept, a mindset. The Votre Maison story begins in 1940 in Prussia, near...
Wool, Oak
Guillerme et Chambron, Rare Low Chair "MARIE CLAIRE" Votre Maison Edition, 1970
By Guillerme et Chambron, Votre Maison
Located in Mouscron, WHT
Guillerme et Chambron, Rare Low Chair "MARIE CLAIRE" Votre Maison Edition, 1970 Votre maison : a style, a concept, a mindset. The Votre Maison story begins in 1940 in Prussia, ne...
Wool, Oak
Guillerme et Chambron, Six Oak Chairs, Edition Votre Maison, circa 1970
By Guillerme et Chambron, Votre Maison
Located in Mouscron, WHT
Guillerme et Chambron, six oak chairs. Edition Votre Maison, circa 1970. Votre maison : a style, a concept, a mindset. The Votre Maison story begins in 1940 in Prussia, near the ...
Wool, Oak
Guillerme and Chambron, 4 chairs in oak model "Fumay" edition Votre Maison 1970
By Guillerme et Chambron, Votre Maison
Located in Mouscron, WHT
Guillerme and Chambron, 4 chairs in oak model "Fumay" edition Votre Maison circa 1970 good condition. Votre maison : a style, a concept, a mindset. The Votre Maison story begins...
Wool, Oak
Guillerme et Chambron, Set of 6 Oak Chairs, Edition Votre Maison, circa 1960
By Guillerme et Chambron, Votre Maison
Located in Mouscron, WHT
Guillerme et Chambron, Set of 6 Oak Chairs, Edition Votre Maison, circa 1960 Votre maison : a style, a concept, a mindset. The Votre Maison story begins in 1940 in Prussia, near ...
Oak, Upholstery
Guillerme et Chambron, Rare Oak Armchairs Edition Votre Maison circa 1960
By Votre Maison, Guillerme et Chambron
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Guillerme et Chambron,rare oak armchairs. Edition Votre Maison, circa 1960. full restored.
Oak
Guillerme et Chambron, rare pair Chairs, Edition Votre Maison, circa 1970/1980
By Guillerme et Chambron, Votre Maison
Located in Mouscron, WHT
Guillerme et Chambron, rare pair Chairs, Edition Votre Maison, circa 1970/1980 Votre maison : a style, a concept, a mindset. The Votre Maison story begins in 1940 in Prussia, n...
Oak
Guillerme et Chambron, set o 6 chairs, full restored , Votre Maison, circa 1970
By Guillerme et Chambron, Votre Maison
Located in Mouscron, WHT
Guillerme et Chambron,set o 6 chairs, full restored , Edition Votre Maison, circa 1970 Votre maison : a style, a concept, a mindset. The Votre Maison story begins in 1940 in Pru...
Oak
Guillerme et Chambron, set of ten oak chairs. Edition Votre Maison, circa 1970.
By Guillerme et Chambron, Votre Maison
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Guillerme et Chambron, set of ten oak chairs. Edition Votre Maison, circa 1970. the wool fabric has been replaced and is in very good condition
Wool, Oak
Guillerme et Chambron, Rare Oak Armchairs Edition Votre Maison circa 1960
By Votre Maison, Guillerme et Chambron
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Guillerme et Chambron, Rare Oak Armchairs Edition Votre Maison circa 1960
Upholstery, Oak
Guillerme et Chambron, Set of 6 Oak Chairs, Edition Votre Maison, circa 1960
By Guillerme et Chambron, Votre Maison
Located in Mouscron, WHT
Guillerme et Chambron, Set of 6 Oak Chairs, Edition Votre Maison, circa 1960 Possibility of having more chairs in the model 6 other chairs of the same model are available in another...
Oak
Guillerme and Chambron, Suite of 6 Chairs Model "Marie-Claire", circa 1970
By Guillerme et Chambron, Votre Maison
Located in Mouscron, WHT
Guillerme and Chambron, Suite of 6 chairs model "Marie-Claire" Edition "Votre Maison", circa 1970. fully restored. Votre maison : a style, a concept, a mindset. The Votre Maison s...
Oak
Guillerme and Chambron, Suite of 6 Chairs, circa 1970
By Guillerme et Chambron, Votre Maison
Located in Mouscron, WHT
Guillerme et Chambron, Suite of 6 oak chairs Edition "Votre Maison", circa 1970. wood and fabric in very good condition, foam a little soft. Votre maison : a style, a concept, a min...
Oak, Cotton
Guillerme and Chambron, Suite of 6 Chairs Model "Marie-Claire", circa 1970
By Guillerme et Chambron, Votre Maison
Located in Mouscron, WHT
Guillerme et Chambron, Suite of 6 oak chairs Edition "Votre Maison", circa 1970. Votre maison : a style, a concept, a mindset. The Votre Maison story begins in 1940 in Prussia, n...
Oak
Guillerme and Chambron, Suite of 6 Chairs, Edition Votre Maison , circa 1970
By Guillerme et Chambron, Votre Maison
Located in Mouscron, WHT
Guillerme et Chambron, Suite of 6 oak chairs Edition "Votre Maison", circa 1970. Votre maison : a style, a concept, a mindset. The Votre Maison story begins in 1940 in Prussia, n...
Cotton, Oak