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Set of 4 S34 elmwood chairs by Pierre Chapo, early edition France 1970-1980

About the Item

Beautiful set of 4 S34 dining chairs in solid elmwood by Pierre Chapo. The S34 is today the rarest and most sought after chair design by Pierre Chapo and certainly one of the most sculptural chairs there is. This set is an early edition probably 1970-1980. The S34 chairs embody the spirit of craftsmanship of Pierre Chapo and the elegance of a brutalist design making them a statement piece in any carefully designed interior. They're not just good-looking; they're built to last, which shows Chapo's commitment to making sustainable furniture. Bibliography: Hugues Magen - Pierre Chapo; A modern craftsman, un artisan moderne - Edition Magen H. Gallery, New York (USA), 2017. S34 chairs reproduced on pages 208, 209, 210, 212 and 213. Drawing of our model reproduced in the nomenclature on page 248.
  • Creator:
    Pierre Chapo (Designer)
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 28.15 in (71.5 cm)Width: 15.75 in (40 cm)Depth: 19.69 in (50 cm)Seat Height: 17.52 in (44.5 cm)
  • Sold As:
    Set of 4
  • Style:
    Mid-Century Modern (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1970's
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    Renens, CH
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU5599238466812
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