Pair of Guillerme et Chambron Oak Bedside Tables for Votre Maison, France Mid-20th Century (sold)
Pair of Guillerme et Chambron Oak Bedside Tables for Votre Maison, France Mid-20th Century (sold)
The duo of Robert Guillerme and Jacques Chambron and their company, Votre Maison denote a landmark of French mid-century design history. Their focus was as keenly attuned to functionality as to the creation of innovative design. For the pair of designers, the home was envisioned as a place where the family could live both comfortably and in aesthetic harmony. Guillerme, who designed most of the work, possessed a limitless creative ambition, producing designs for everything from grand dressers and sideboards to sculptural bedside tables like this pair.
This pair’s aesthetic is expressed through clean lines and geometric precision, while creating a harmonious balance between form and function. The oak construction showcases the skillful artistry of the design duo while highlighting great balance of lines. In mid-20th century design, the use of wood held a special significance; it was not merely a material choice, but a philosophy that emphasized the natural and organic over the ornate and extravagant. Moreover, in a rather distinctive way, softness and tradition merge in these tables. The light oak wood creates a sense of lightness, while also projecting an air of strength and solidity. Oak has been the defining material for European furniture for centuries thanks to its durabilty, additionally, oak’s pattern is beloved for its versatility. The tabletops, although they are small, they still showcase the unique qualities of the wood, while also providing functional space for the utilitarian function. The tables are elemental thanks to the oak and interesting construction, the angularity of the tops and elegantly sculpted bases still provide a sense of gentleness. It is the well measured tension between the shapes that make the design eye-catching and infinitely interesting, allowing this pair to fit well in a modern interior, as well as in a minimalist or rustic space.
Not only did Votre Maison produce over two thousand models during the latter half of the twentieth century, its output also served as a model for a vast field of liveable contemporaneous design. This steady output of beautiful furniture bucked convention not merely in the equal emphasis Guillerme et Chambron placed on function and aesthetics, but in the almost paradoxical creation of a consistent style that was as staid as it was arresting.
SOLD
Condition:
In good vintage condition. Wear consistent with age and use. The items have been reconditioned. Due to the nature and age of the wood, some marks, scratches, and discolouration may be present.
Dimensions:
17.51 in W x 11.22 in D x 20.47 in H
44.5 cm W x 28.5 cm D x 52 cm H
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Price category: 20,000 - 30,000 usd / eur
Adrien Audoux and Frida Minet were a French design duo who worked together during the 20th century. They were known for their innovative use of natural, sustainable materials, including rope, wicker, and bamboo. The duo’s work was heavily influenced by the Modernist movement, which sought to create functional and streamlined designs that were accessible to a wider audience.
Audoux & Minet’s pieces are characterised by a strong sense of craftsmanship, with each piece being handmade by the designers themselves or by skilled artisans. This dining table showcases a long rectangular top finished in warm wood veneer, its broad uninterrupted surface displays the grain. The top sits above thick base covered in a tightly woven natural fibre that introduces an immediate depth of tone and texture. The fibre flows across the supports in beautiful braided patterns, emphasising the bold and solid look. The rope is made into a geometric pattern which breaks up the woven surface to create a beautiful rhythm within the structure. The contrast of materials is central to the table’s character: the smooth, richly grained wooden top stands out against the coarse, rough and natural fibre below, allowing two very different surfaces to define the piece.
Today, Audoux and Minet's designs are highly sought after by collectors and are considered important examples of mid-century modern design. Furniture pieces like this table stand out through their unique textures, and their materials, as well as their classic charm.
Condition:
In good vintage condition. Wear consistent with age and use. The table has recently been reconditioned. Due to the nature and age of the material, the item has some marks and scratches on the tabletop. Additional imperfections like chips, dents or discolouration may be present.
Dimensions:
67.12 in W x 33.46 in D x 29.13 in H
170.5 cm W x 85 cm D x 74 cm H