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"Grand Repos" Armchair in Black Stained Oak, France 20th Century

Creator: Guillerme et Chambron - Votre Maison
Offered by: H. Gallery

Description
The collaboration of Robert Guillerme and Jacques Chambron was destined to be as influential as it is prolific. As this armchair testifies, Votre Maison - the duo’s own company - left an indelible stamp on the design of the 1950s, 60s and 70s thanks to the visual and material quality and distinctiveness of their works.

The armchair has an open oaken construction, featuring masterfully carved elements. This chair shows the designers’ focus was both keenly attuned to functionality — furniture’s use in daily life — and to the creation of innovative design. From Guillerme et Chambron’s trademark oak frame to the sculptural legs, arms and backrest, this piece is characteristic of their unique style, while also featuring details that are one-of-a-kind. The elegant and luxurious upholstery of the seat and round back cushion beautifully compliment the dark oak frame. The fabric not only boasts an eye-catching colour but also offers a tactile experience, allowing the chair to be as comfortable as it is stylish. The back cushion is secured with loops that encompass the back spindles, ensuring that it stays in position. The bottom consists of another cushion framed by the carved wooden armrests which extend to the front legs. The woodworking truly shows the overall quality of this chair, the frame is refined and the attention to the smallest detail highlights the design and manufacturing skills of Robert Guillerme and Jacques Chambron.

This model visually represents the very reason Votre Maison, the French duo’s company, significantly influenced French design history. Votre Maison produced over two thousand models during the latter half of the twentieth century, and its output also served as a model for a vast field of livable design in France.

Condition:
In good vintage condition. Wear consistent with age and use. Due to the nature and age of the wood, the chair may have some marks, scratches, and discolouration. The chair has been reupholstered recently in a premium fabric. Each of our items can be re-upholstered by our in-house atelier in a fabric of choice. Please reach out for more information.

Dimensions:
30.31 in W x 40.55 in D x 40.15 in H; Seat height 16.92 in; Seat depth 26.77 in; Arm height 22.83 in
77 cm W x 103 cm D x 102 cm H; Seat height 43 cm; Seat depth 68 cm; Arm height 58 cm

Shipping:
This armchair will be packaged and shipped with the greatest care and attention to make sure you will receive the item in gallery condition. Complimentary shipping within the Netherlands.

IMPORTANT!
VAT normally applies and will be added to items when purchased by a European buyer or transported to a location within the EU.

More Information

Documentation:	Documented elsewhere (similar item)
Origin:	France
Period:	1950-1979
Materials:	Oak, Upholstery
Condition:	Good. In good vintage condition. Wear consistent with age and use. Due to the nature and age of the wood, the chair may have some marks, scratches, and discolouration.
Creation Date:	20th Century
Styles / Movements:	Modern, Mid Century
Dealer Reference #:	20253156
Incollect Reference #:	843334

Dimensions

W.	30.31 in;	H.	40.16 in;	D.	40.55 in;
W.	77 cm;	H.	102 cm;	D.	103 cm;

Seat H.	16.93 in;	Arm H.	22.83 in;
Seat H.	43 cm;	Arm H.	58 cm;

Message from Seller:

Located in Utrecht, The Netherlands, H. Gallery specializes in modern and contemporary design with a strong focus on Brazil and Scandinavia. The gallery strives to preserve and promote especially Brazil's rich design heritage and curates a select group of contemporary artists. Meticulous research, ie getting in contact with the original designers, producers, their heirs, and retrieving and indexing old catalogues and magazines is at the heart of its activities. All works presented excel in great