Pierre Chapo Pair of 'S24' Dining Chairs in Cognac Leather and Elm

Pierre Chapo, pair of dining chairs, model 'S24', solid elm, cognac leather, rope, brass, France, ca. 1966

This design model S24 is an early edition created by Pierre Chapo. Crafted from solid elmwood, the chairs exhibit a refined cubic design that is both sleek and contemporary in appearance. The cognac leather seating and backrest lend a sense of sophistication, while also providing a comfortable and ergonomic seating experience. Beneath the frame, the leather seatings are secured through the implementation of woven cords. Of particular note is the remarkable attention to detail evident in the construction of these chairs. The impeccable half-lap joints, which are prominently featured throughout the design, showcase the mastery of the craftsman.

Pierre Chapo (1927-1987) was born in a family of craftsmen and trained as an architect in Paris. After spending many years traveling through south and North America him and his partner Nicole set up Société Chapo, an architectural research consultancy and interior design firm. In 1958 they opened their famous gallery at 14 Boulevard de l'Hopital. Chapo's work originated by means of special commissions that could later be adapted to universal needs. Chapo was inspired by Frank Lloyd Wright's balanced lines, Corbusier's research on proportions and Bauhaus. Societe Chapo was a design workshop and gallery in one where Nicole presented ceramics, textiles and other design by the great designers of the day. The three principles that motivated Pierre Chapo were 'material, form, and function.' He measured his furniture by means of golden ratio and used elmwood as his preferred material.