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Pierre Chapo S45 Pair of Chairs in Elm Wood France - 1970s
$20,312.12per set
£15,045.86per set
€16,900per set
CA$27,786.27per set
A$30,285.61per set
CHF 16,011.74per set
MX$364,581.27per set
NOK 203,228.82per set
SEK 186,319.29per set
DKK 128,768.67per set
About the Item
In the late 1970s, Pierre Chapo’s work took a new path. In 1979, he unveiled one of the most remarkable designer chairs of the 20th century: the S45, also known as “Chlacc,” named after the patented method used to create it. The S45 is constructed from numerous small wooden segments that are joined and glued together. This technique allowed Chapo to design a delicate, lightweight structure with elegant lines.
The S45 chair is both technically and conceptually challenging to produce. The user’s weight is mainly supported by the intersecting “Chlacc” legs, and the back’s stability is achieved by securing it to the two back legs, which are angled at over 45 degrees. Eleven assembly points connect the chair’s seven sections.
The S45 is one of the most sculptural designs in Chapo’s collection, a piece that bears a striking resemblance to the iconic tower in the capital city where its creator was born.
Contrary to common belief, it is incredibly comfortable.
- Creator:Pierre Chapo (Designer)
- Dimensions:Height: 40.95 in (104 cm)Width: 17.33 in (44 cm)Depth: 21.66 in (55 cm)
- Sold As:Set of 6
- Style:Mid-Century Modern (Of the Period)
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- Date of Manufacture:1979
- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use.
- Seller Location:Berlin, DE
- Reference Number:1stDibs: LU1591244913152
Pierre Chapo
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.
Find a collection of vintage Pierre Chapo coffee tables, stools and other furniture today on 1stDibs.
(Biography provided by H. Gallery)
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