'T02' Coffee Table by Pierre Chapo - 1960s

Description

Pierre Chapo early edition 'T02' coffee table, designed and manufactured in his own workshop in France in the 1960s. Handmade in solid elmwood, this table is designed to make a lasting impression. This piece features a stunning round top that is thick and sturdy and the natural beauty of the elmwood is highlighted by its rich, warm tones and unique grain patterns. The four legs providing stable support and creating a visual balance with the top. Its timeless design ensures it will be a cherished centerpiece of your home for years to come.

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 he 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'Hôpital. 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, Le Corbusier's research on proportions, and Bauhaus. Société Chapo was a design workshop and gallery in one where Nicole presented ceramics, textiles, and other designs 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 the golden ratio and used elmwood as his preferred material.

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