Guillerme & Chambron 'Grand Repos' Lounge Chair in Striped Beige Upholstery

Guillerme et Chambron for Votre Maison, 'Grand Repos' lounge chair, oak, fabric, France, 1960s

Guillerme and Chambron, renowned for their high-quality solid oak furniture, present another exemplary piece with this chair. It features an intriguing, sculptural shape where the legs and armrests seamlessly blend into each other, creating a distinctive gap between the seat and the armrest. The delicately carved edges of the frame add an extra layer of sophistication. The backrest, composed of spindles, holds the cushion in a curved, comfortable position, enhancing both form and function. The combination of blonde oak and striped fabric is timeless, warm, and stylish, epitomizing the enduring appeal of their craftsmanship.

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 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 creiated a worldwide reputation. Most of the furniture designed by this duo this piece 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 this piece is in good, used condition.

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