Bergeres

Please note: We deliberately leave upholstered items in as-found, unrestored condition. Old fabrics may be steam-cleaned and reused but most items will need recovering, if not actual reupholstery and possibly some repairs and refinishing. We outsource fabrics and upholstery work at wholesale/trade prices. These discounted prices are passed on to our clients with no added mark-up. We regularly stock single chairs, pairs of chairs and sets of four to twenty four. PLEASE BE AWARE THAT MOST, BUT NOT ALL OF OUR STOCK IS IN THE SHOP, SOME IS STORED IN OUR OAKLEIGH WAREHOUSE. PLEASE CONTACT US AHEAD OF YOUR VISIT TO ENSURE WE HAVE THE ITEM ON DISPLAY IN THE SHOP, OR ELSE PLEASE MAKE A TIME TO MEET US AT THE WAREHOUSE We have possibly the largest stock of antique chairs in Melbourne, comprising the French Louis XV, Louis XVI, Directoire and Empire styles, as well as a large assortment of rush-seat French provincial chairs. Our workshop is able to carry out any conservation work, and also oversee and help with any required fabrics, upholstery, caning and rushing work. We stock single antique chairs, sets of chairs, dining chairs, Hall chairs, Occasional chairs, Folding outdoor chairs, Stools, Tabourets, Louis XIV chairs, Louis XV chairs, Louis XVI chairs.
A pair of French 'Bergère en Gondole' Armchairs
A pair of French 'Bergère en Gondole' Armchairs
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A pair of French 'Bergère en Gondole' Armchairs

A pair of large sized 19th century French Louis XVI style 'Bergères en Gondole' tub armchairs, the solid beechwood frames decorated with finely carved mouldings and with restrained Neoclassical haut relief-carved decorations. These armchairs are very comfortable to sit in. Area of Paris, circa 1880...

$3,800 $2,850

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$3,800 $2,850

A pair of Parisian Louis XVI Bergere Armchairs
A pair of Parisian Louis XVI Bergere Armchairs
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A pair of Parisian Louis XVI Bergere Armchairs

A pair of elegant 19th century French, Louis XVI style, finely carved and painted 'Bergere en Gondole' armchairs of simple and elegant Neoclassical design. Please note the beautiful, sweeping curves of the back-rests, and the excellent patination of the original painted finish. Freshly re-upholstered in John Robshaw 'Lasan Lapis' fabric. Area of Paris, circa 1900...

$3,800 $2,850

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$3,800 $2,850

A French Bergère Tub Armchair
A French Bergère Tub Armchair
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A French Bergère Tub Armchair

A19th century French Napoleon III period ‘Crapaud’ tub armchair, the seat and back fully upholstered and edged by cross-banded, carved solid walnut mouldings running along the rounded backs and the elegantly splayed arm-rests. Retaining its original velvet brocade fabric and the large and intricate braided 'skirt', which covers the carved Cabriole legs fitted with caster wheels. Please note: this ..

$850 $637.50

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$850 $637.50

A French Directoire Armchair
A French Directoire Armchair
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A French Directoire Armchair

A 19th century French Directoire style carved and painted Bergere armchair of good Neoclassical proportions, standing on elegantly turned 'Jacob' feet, designed with elegantly sweeping arms and a splayed back-rest, the shaped seat fitted with a separate cushion for extra comfort. Please note the elegance of the sweep of the back-rest. Area of Paris, circa 1880...

$1,200 $900

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$1,200 $900

A Louis XVI Bergère Marquise

A French Louis XVI style Fauteuil Marquise armchair of Parisian Neoclassical elegance, the extra-wide frame ebonised and of wonderfully masculine character. Designed for comfort, this is a perfect piece to curl up in with a book. Area of Paris, circa 1930.Please note: this item is due in Melbourne in 2027...

$1,600

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$1,600

A Pair of French Bergere Armchairs

A pair of well-proportioned and comfortable French Louis XV style carved and painted “Bergères en Gondole” armchairs, standing on elegant Cabriole legs. Please note the harmonious proportions and the fine haut-relief carved decorations. Area of Paris, circa 1900. Please note: this item is due in Melbourne in 2027...

$1,200

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$1,200

A pair of French Directoire Armchairs
A pair of French Directoire Armchairs
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A pair of French Directoire Armchairs

A pair of 19th century French Directoire style, haut-relief carved and painted Bergere armchairs of Neoclassical proportions, standing on elegantly turned 'Jacob' feet. Designed with elegantly sweeping arms and splayed back-rests, the shaped seats are fitted with separate cushions for extra comfort. Please note the elegance of the curves of the back-rests. Area of Paris, circa 1880...

$3,400 $2,550

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$3,400 $2,550

A vintage French 'Emmanuelle' Armchair
A vintage French 'Emmanuelle' Armchair
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A vintage French 'Emmanuelle' Armchair

A vintage French painted, woven rattan armchair, with a large backrest and with shaped armrests around a tub seat. This type of armchair is known as an 'Emmanuelle' armchair, from its use in a 1974 French film by the same name. Area of Paris, circa 1970...

$850 $637.50

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$850 $637.50

A Painted Louis XVI Bergere Armchair

A Classically-shaped French Louis XVI style carved and painted Bergere armchair, upholstered in the 18th century style, with a separate seat cushion. The original painted finish has a nicely worn, chalky patina. Area of Paris, circa 1900.Please note: this item is due in Melbourne mid 2027...

$850

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$850