Late 20th C. French Louis XVI Gilt Beech Pistachio Bench

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Date/Period: Late 20th Century
Maker/Brand: French Artisan Workshop
Style: Louis XVI / Neoclassical Revival
Color: Antique Gold & Pistachio Green
… Read more Date/Period: Late 20th Century
Maker/Brand: French Artisan Workshop
Style: Louis XVI / Neoclassical Revival
Color: Antique Gold & Pistachio Green
Material: Hand-Gilded Beech Wood & Silk Damask Upholstery
Category: Bench / Ottoman Seating
Number of Pieces: 1
Elegant Late 20th-Century French Louis XVI Gilded Beech Bench with Pistachio Green Damask Upholstery

This refined French Louis XVI-style bench, crafted in the late 20th century, captures the timeless elegance and symmetry of 18th-century neoclassical furniture. With its hand-carved beech wood frame finished in radiant gold leaf and its sumptuous pistachio green damask upholstery, this bench radiates French sophistication and artistry — perfect for interiors that blend tradition and luxury.

✨ Features & Highlights
️ Iconic Louis XVI Silhouette
The bench showcases classic fluted legs, rosette carvings, and restrained neoclassical lines, all meticulously hand-carved from solid beech. Its balanced proportions and sculptural detailing pay homage to the grandeur of 18th-century Parisian craftsmanship.
Hand-Gilded Beech Frame
Finished in a rich antique gold leaf, applied and burnished by hand, the gilding reveals a warm patina that enhances every carved flourish. The craftsmanship embodies timeless quality, ensuring this piece remains as durable as it is beautiful.
Pistachio Green Damask Upholstery
The seat is upholstered in an opulent silk-and-cotton blend damask featuring an intricate floral pattern. The soft pistachio tone harmonizes gracefully with the gilded frame, offering a palette both luxurious and serene — perfect for refined interiors.

Versatile Placement & Function
Bedroom: Ideal as an elegant bed-end bench or dressing seat.
Living Room: Functions beautifully as a footstool or occasional seat, paired with armchairs or a chaise.
Hallway or Entryway: Adds regal symmetry and warmth to transitional spaces.
Boutique, Salon, or Studio: A statement accent that enhances both commercial and residential luxury settings.
This piece transitions seamlessly between classical French, neoclassical, Hollywood Regency, and Parisian apartment-style interiors.

Dimensions appr.
Height: 18 in (46 cm)
Width: 24 in (60 cm)
Depth: 24 in (60 cm)
Compact yet substantial, offering both presence and comfort.

Condition
Very good restored condition. Professionally reupholstered and regilded, preserving the original frame integrity. Minor, age-consistent wear to the gilding enhances authenticity and charm. Structurally sound and ready for immediate use.

Shipping & Handling
Carefully packed for safe, insured global delivery.
Tracked and fully insured from the Netherlands for your peace of mind.


A Statement of French Refinement
This Louis XVI gilded bench is a celebration of balance, elegance, and meticulous artistry — a piece that transforms any space into a reflection of French neoclassical sophistication. Whether as a decorative accent or functional seating, its luminous gold finish and delicate pistachio tones bring a soft radiance and timeless allure to your home. See less