Pierre Chapo, who was born in Paris, France, in July 1927, was initially interested in becoming a professional painter. However, after a chance meeting with a shipbuilder who introduced him to wood and woodworking, Chapo changed his focus and decided to study architectural studies at the prestigious École Nationale Supérieure des Beaux-Arts in Paris.
After graduating, Chapo and his wife, the sculptor and painter Nicole Lormier, started traveling extensively through Scandinavia and Central America. Among the many places the couple visited was Taliesin West, the home and studio of Frank Lloyd Wright — a visit that had a lasting influence on Chapo’s future work and designs.
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(Biography provided by H. Gallery)
Pierre Chapo S31A Stool in Solid Elm, Chapo Creation, France, 2025
By Chapo Creation, Pierre Chapo
Located in The Hague, NL
This striking three-legged stool is the Model S31, designed by Pierre Chapo in 1974. It features a cross-legged base and a round seat, both crafted from solid elm wood. The stool can...
Elm
Pierre Chapo S31B Stool in Solid Elm, Chapo Creation, France
By Pierre Chapo, Chapo Creation
Located in The Hague, NL
This striking three-legged stool is the model S31 designed by Pierre Chapo in 1974. The cross legged base and round seat are in solid elm wood. This stool also (could work) works wel...
Elm
Sculptural Set of Four Ebénisterie Seltz Dining Chairs in Oak, France, 1970s
By Pierre Chapo, Ebenisterie Seltz et Fils 1
Located in The Hague, NL
This striking set of four dining chairs was produced by the French manufacturer Ebénisterie Seltz in the 1970s. The design is executed in solid oak. The dynamic, contrasting lines of...
Oak
Sculptural Nanna Ditzel Teak Armchair, Model 113, Kolds Savvaerk, Denmark, 1950s
By Nanna Ditzel, Kolds Savvaerk
Located in The Hague, NL
This very rare armchair was designed by Nanna Ditzel and produced by Povl Kolds Savværk in the mid-1950s. The Model 113 is an important example of Danish Mid-Century Modern design, ...
Papercord, Teak
Henning Kjærnulf 'Kurul' Armchair in Oak and Rubelli Bouclé, Denmark, 1960s
By EG Kvaliteet, Henning Kjærnulf, Rubelli
Located in The Hague, NL
This striking armchair was designed by Henning (Henry) Kjærnulf in the 1960s. This particular model, named Kurul, was produced by EG Kvalitetsmøbel in Denmark. The chair bears the ma...
Fabric, Bouclé, Oak
Exceptional Hans Asplund Armchair, Walnut and Leather, Nordiska Kompaniet, 1955
By Hans Asplund, Nordiska Kompaniet
Located in The Hague, NL
This exceptionally rare armchair was designed by Hans Asplund around 1955. Asplund designed the chair for the beauty salon at the Nordiska Kompaniet department store on Hamngatan in Stockholm. The chair was reportedly produced solely for the salon in a few examples, please see the last 2 images of the listing to view the chairs in their original interior. Adding to the historical importance of this particular chair on offer is the fact that it comes from the private collection of Hans Asplund himself. The design is marked by the beautiful, sculptural frame, which has been entirely executed in solid walnut wood. The curved lines of the armrests, the legs and the backrest give the design a refined and elegant appearance. The seat, backrest and armrest are upholstered in brown leather. The chair is in very good, restored condition. Provenance: Architect Hans Asplund (1921-1994). Thence by descent to his son, diplomat and UN ambassador Bo Asplund (1950-2024). Thence by descent to the previous owner. Literature: Ingegerd Henschen & Stig Blomberg, "Svenskt Möbellexikon", Förlagshuset Norden AB 1961, pp. 162-163. Filippo Alison...
Leather, Walnut
Pierre Chapo 'S34A' Sculptural Chair in Solid Elm
By Pierre Chapo
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Pierre Chapo, chair, model 'S34A', solid elm, France, circa 1973 This early edition chair model 'S34A' is designed by Pierre Chapo circa 1973. This asymmetrical chair executed in e...
Elm
Pierre Chapo CHLACC S45 High-Back Chairs in Solid Elm, France, 1970s
By Pierre Chapo
Located in PARIS, FR
Rare set of six CHLACC chairs by Pierre Chapo, designed in the 1970s and crafted in solid elm. These sculptural high-back chairs feature Chapo’s signature angular construction, with ...
Wood, Elm
Pierre Chapo Sculptural 'S34' Chair in Elm
By Pierre Chapo
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Pierre Chapo, dining chair model 'S34', elm, France, 1960s This asymmetrical chair with a twisted base is a true icon of Pierre Chapo's playful and solemn designs. The backrest is p...
Elm
Pierre Chapo "S34" Elm Wood Chair, France, 1960s
By Pierre Chapo
Located in Utrecht, NL
Dining room chair “S34” has the playful and majestic characteristics typical of Pierre Chapo's emblematic creations. Asymmetrical, yet perfectly balanced, this model belongs with the...
Wood
Pierre Chapo S11X Dining Chair in Solid Elm and Original Patinated Leather 1966
By Pierre Chapo
Located in Almelo, NL
Pierre Chapo S11X Dining Chair in Solid Elm and Original Patinated Leather, France, 1966 Rare and highly collectible Pierre Chapo S11X dining chair, designed in 1966 and handcrafted...
Leather, Elm
Pierre Chapo French Mid-Century Elm S34 Chair (4 Available)
Located in London, GB
A rare elm desk or dining chair by Pierre Chapo. An original, not the poor modern Chapo Creation copies. France, c1970s. Sculptural legs typical of Chapo's style. Price is per pi...
Elm
