Pair of wooden and velvet armchairs in Louis XVI style 19th century

Magnificent pair of armchairs bergères style louis XVI 19th century removable cushions. Tapestries and seats in good condition. These armchairs perfectly represent the louis XVI style with their painted and rechampi wooden structure. The wood is molded with rosettes and flutes. The armchairs are trimmed with a pink and green velvet fabric reminiscent of the aesthetics of the eighteenth century. The armchairs are soft and comfortable while being elegant and refined. These bergères armchairs are in excellent condition, with neat finishes and a beautiful patina of wood, which gives them a unique charm. They fit as well in a living room, in a bedroom as in an office. They bring a touch of sophistication and elegance to the interior decoration of a room. Origin: france france period: 19th century the bergère armchair has a removable cushion as a seat, and instead of the armrests are "cheeks", which extend the backrest on both sides. The bergère armchair is a comfortable seat of french origin, appeared in the early eighteenth century under the regency. The louis XV style succeeds the regency style. It is also called rocaille or rococo style. The inventors of the louis XV style are true creators in the modern sense of the term, who revolutionized the way of seeing furniture and interior decoration. In this respect, it can be compared to the gothic and art nouveau style insofar as they represent creation and technical progress in the use of materials. The pompadour, transition and louis XVI styles will succeed the louis XV style, which will remain an inspiration present in each of these three styles. Many louis XV style pieces can still be found today at the palace of versailles.

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