French Louis XVI Marquis Bergère À La Reine Salon Armchairs, a Pair

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Elegant pair of vintage Mid=Century French Louis XVI–style Bergère à la Reine Salon Armchairs, upholstered in a sophisticated off-white fabric. … Read more Elegant pair of vintage Mid=Century French Louis XVI–style Bergère à la Reine Salon Armchairs, upholstered in a sophisticated off-white fabric. Each chair features a beautifully proportioned black lacquered hardwood frame with a fully upholstered back, generous seat, and upholstered arms, characteristic of the classic bergère form. The chairs rest on classically styled legs that complement their refined Louis XVI silhouette.
The Bergère à la Reine is distinguished by its broad, upholstered back that extends in a continuous line from the seat, creating a particularly comfortable and graceful form. The design originated in 18th-century France and became an important type of upholstered seating during the Louis XV and Louis XVI periods. The Louis XVI interpretation is notably more architectural and restrained, drawing inspiration from classical Greek and Roman forms with an emphasis on symmetry, balance, and elegant proportion. Seat Height: 17"
Seat: 25"W × 20.5"D, Arm Height: 22.5"
A particularly versatile pair, these armchairs can bring French elegance without feeling overly formal. Their light upholstery makes them especially effective in contemporary, transitional, European-inspired, or classic interiors. Use them as a pair in a living room flanking a cocktail table or fireplace, as accent chairs in a primary bedroom or dressing room, or around a small table in a sitting area. Their compact proportions also make them well suited to apartments, entry salons, libraries, and intimate conversation areas.
Paired with modern upholstery, sculptural lighting, contemporary art, or natural wood and stone, their traditional Louis XVI silhouette creates an appealing old-meets-new contrast. The off-white color further allows them to blend easily with both neutral and more colorful decorating schemes.
A graceful example of French decorative seating, this pair offers the timeless appeal of Louis XVI neoclassical design combined with the comfort and presence of a classic bergère. See less