Guillerme & Chambron 'Gregoire' Lounge Chair in Solid Oak and Dusty Rose Wool

Guillerme et Chambron for Votre Maison, 'Gregoire' lounge chair, wool, oak, France, 1960s

This chair stands out with its sculptural silhouette, especially when viewed from the side. The small, pointed armrests and seamlessly connected legs and frame create a distinctive open gap between the seat and armrest – adding visual lightness while maintaining a solid, grounded presence. The curved slatted backrest introduces a graceful contrast to the otherwise angular composition. The woolen cushions in dusty pink color with light blue buttons bring a touch of charm. The frame features bold, expressive forms that can evoke either refined elegance or a more rugged character, depending on the surrounding environment and choice of upholstery.

The French designer duo Jacques Chambron (1914-2001) and Robert Guillerme (1913-1990) started their production postwar. Robert Guillerme studied design and architecture at the École Boule and graduated first in his class in 1934. Meanwhile, Jacques Chambron graduated from the School of Applied Arts in Reims. During the Second World War, the two met in a stalag, a Prussian prisoner camp, while being imprisoned by the Germans in East Prussia and started a great friendship based on their intense and deep passion for interior design. In 1948, Chambron resigned from his job as a painter and decorator on the Rue Nollet in Paris to move to Lille, in the North of France and join Guillerme. A year later, the two met cabinetmaker Émile Dariosecq, who was the owner of a workshop close by. It was during this meeting, that they decided to create their own company. They named it “Votre Maison”, meaning “Your Home”, which became the soul of the company. With this, they wanted to create pieces that focused on functionality combined with a beautiful design useful for daily life, by which they created a worldwide reputation. Most of the furniture designed by this duo shows a strong character and has a great expressive woodwork. The three of them divided their work equally. Overall, Guillerme worked as a designer, Chambron as a commercial, and Dariosecq’s workshop manufactured the pieces. Throughout their career, ‘Votre Maison’ produced over two thousand models, leaving a lasting mark in the world of design.

Kindly note that the fabric is in good condition with some slight marks of use. For further details, we encourage you to reach out to our team of design specialists.