Rating and value of chests of drawers, sideboards and bookcases by Pierre Chapo

If you own a work created by designer Pierre Chapo or based on his work and would like to know its value, our state-approved experts and auctioneers will guide you. Our specialists will carry out a free appraisal of your work, and provide you with a precise estimate of its value on the current market. Thereafter, if you wish to sell your work, we will direct you to the best possible arrangement to obtain the optimum price.

Artist's rating and value

A major 20th-century designer, Pierre Chapo's works are often presented in auction rooms. Indeed, Pierre Chapo's furniture is all the rage on the art market and highly prized by collectors. With his constantly rising market value, the designer has established himself as one of the most sought-after names on the market. A piece of furniture by Pierre Chapo can fetch tens of thousands of euros at auction. A case in point is his model B18 revolving bookcase in solid elm, which sold for over €25,000 in 2017. 

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The artist's work and style

He was strongly influenced by organic architecture through to modern design. Pierre Chapo was attached to the use of natural materials, which he deliberately left raw in order to highlight the material's own beauty.

With his timeless style of clean lines and simple geometric forms, Pierre Chapo paid great attention to detail and quality of execution. As a result, his works were often designed with visible joints and assemblies, emphasizing the handcrafted construction and solidity of his pieces.

As a designer, Chapo placed great importance on the practical function of his furniture. His pieces were therefore versatile and ergonomic, optimizing the use of space while maintaining an elegant, balanced sense of design.

Also known for his exploration of textures and materials, Pierre Chapo created tactile, sensory surfaces on his works. In addition, the designer has often incorporated sculptural elements into his furniture, to create organic forms.

Pierre Chapo, iconic 20th-century designer

Pierre Chapo was born in Paris in 1927. After graduating as an architect, he travels to many countries with his wife Nicole Lormier, also an artist. During his travels, Pierre Chapo visited such places as Frank Lloyd Wright's home and studio at Taliesin West. This visit would have a lasting influence on his art.

It was in the 50s that Chapo, aided by his wife, produced his first works and marketed them. It was a great success, with the designer attracting loyal customers.

His creations are simple and uncluttered, they are also devoid of all ornamentation, bringing furniture back to traditional craftsmanship.

Chapo wanted to make the design of his furniture something aesthetically pleasing. His material of choice is elm, a wood that is particularly resistant and durable over time  this is one of the reasons why his furniture is extremely highly prized.

In 1960, Pierre Chapo was awarded the gold medal at the Craft Exhibition in Paris. At the same time, he decided to challenge himself to depart from his successful productions and rethink his entire approach to furniture. He drew inspiration from Charlotte Perriand's pieces.

His new furniture drew on the Provençal tradition, the region in which he settled in 1968.

He even opened his own furniture factory, "Chapo Gordes SA", still in operation today.

Throughout his career, Pierre Chapo put forward his artistic vision at numerous conferences on traditional wood craftsmanship. He speaks in France and abroad. He encourages students to preserve this craft.

In 1983, Pierre Chapo was diagnosed with Lou Gehrig's disease. Enormously weakened, he died in 1987, shortly before his sixtieth birthday.

The success of Pierre Chapo tables and desks on the auction market

Pierre Chapo bookcases are particularly prized on the market because their design is timeless. Along with the chests of drawers, sideboards and beds created by the designer, they are pieces of furniture that can dress up any interior, whether the mood is busy, dark, light, or minimalist.

Moreover, Pierre Chapo's creations are particularly hard-wearing, being mostly made from elm, a quality wood that is extremely difficult to obtain today.

Designer's signature

Pierre Chapo's furniture is never signed. This is why the expertise of your furniture is paramount. What's more, as a highly-rated and sought-after designer who made a considerable mark on his era, his furniture is extremely copied and counterfeited.

Expertise your property

If you own a work by Pierre Chapo, don't hesitate to request a free appraisal by filling in our online form. A member of our team of experts and licensed auctioneers will contact you to provide an estimate of the market value of your work signed Pierre Chapo or after Pierre Chapo.

If you are considering selling your work, our specialists will also guide you through the various alternatives available to obtain the best possible price, taking into account market trends and the specific features of each object.