Guillerme et Chambron Sloping Armchair for Votre Maison, France ca 1960s
Guillerme et Chambron Sloping Armchair for Votre Maison, France ca 1960s
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Price category: 5,000 - 7,500 usd / eur
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. Robert Guillerme, who designed most of the work, possessed a limitless creative ambition, producing designs for everything from grand dressers and sideboards to sculptural armchairs like this model.
This chair’s aesthetic is elegantly 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. The careful execution of the oak frame, with the gently curved and sculptural armrests is the most apparent visual feature of the chair, while the more subtle details, such as the back frame and upholstered seat and back cushions, make this model visually interesting. The very subtly curved armrests serve a double purpose: on one hand functional, on the other one aesthetic. The chair promises a comfortable and relaxed seating experience, while visually breaking the continuity of the outer line. The soft seat and back cushions, upholstered in a cream fabric, provide plenty of comfort paired with the slightly reclined backrest. This armchair truly exemplifies the thoughtful design and timeless appeal of Guillerme et Chambron’s work, blending natural materials with mid-century modern aesthetics.
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.
Condition:
In good vintage condition. Wear consistent with age and use. The chair has recently been reupholstered in a premium fabric. Each of our items can be reupholstered by our in-house atelier in a fabric of choice. Please reach out for more information.
Dimensions:
27.95 in W x 35.03 in D x 37.40 in H; Seat height 179.13 in; Seat depth 27.5591 in; Arm height 24.01 in
71 cm W x 89 cm D x 95 cm H; Seat height 45,5 cm; Seat depth 70 cm; Arm height 61 cm
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Price category: 7,500 - 10,000 usd / eur
Renowned for their innovative, high-quality furniture, Robert Guillerme and Jacques Chambron combined elegant form with straightforward functionality to create their timeless designs. The “Juliette" is one of their most notable series, designed for their company, Votre Maison. This sofa deserves its title of iconic, both in terms of quality and design.
This sofa features a solid oak frame characterised by its sculptural construction. This material is associated with the duo’s most famous models, as oak is both extremely durable and beautiful, displaying a lovely grain throughout. The backrest is composed of eleven curved spindles, which create a round and inviting silhouette that is a hallmark of Guillerme and Chambron’s style. The armrests, also featuring a curved structure, extend seamlessly into the legs, giving the piece a cohesive and organic look. To ensure functionality and comfort, as expected of mid-century modern furniture, the generous seat and back cushions are plus and upholstered in an elegant off-white fabric. The back is adorned with tufted buttons that add depth to the fabric upholstery. The cushions are held securely in place by fabric loops to ensure they remain properly positioned even after prolonged periods of use. The woodworking truly shows the overall quality of this sofa: the frame is refined and the attention to the smallest detail shows the design and manufacturing skills of Guillerme et Chambron.
This two-seater sofa truly exemplifies the thoughtful design and classic appeal of Guillerme et Chambron’s work, blending natural materials with mid-century modern aesthetics. Whether used to define a space or to provide additional seating, the “Juliette” sofa remains a sought-after piece for collectors and design enthusiasts alike.
Condition:
In good vintage condition. Wear consistent with age and use. The sofa has recently been reconditioned and reupholstered. Due to the nature and age of the materials, the item may have some marks, scratches, and discolouration. Each of our items can be reupholstered by our in-house atelier in a fabric of choice. Please reach out for more information.
Dimensions:
64.57 in W x 36.42 in D x 37.20 in H; Seat height 16.34 in; Seat depth 23.23 in; Arm height 21.65 in
164 cm W x 92.5 cm D x 94.5 cm H; Seat height 41.5 cm; Seat depth 59 cm; Arm height 55 cm