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Antique French Duchesse Brisee Daybed in Louis XVI Style
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Antique French Duchesse Brisee Daybed in Louis XVI Style

19th century
Sold 18 February 2025 · Hand of Glory
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Description

A 19th century French duchesse brisee daybed in Louis XVI style, the carved frame in original soft white paint and both bergere ends are double-caned, with loose feather filled sik cushion.

The bergere canework is in good, firm, condition with no holes or sagging. The silk fabric on the cushion is worn in places - I can arrange re-covering with my upholsterer and supply fabric - please contact me for further details.

88cm high, 191cm long, 71cm deep max at the head tapering to 60cm at the foot, cushion height 43cm.

Physical Dimensions
Height
88cm (34.65")
Width
191cm (75.20")
Depth
71cm (27.95")
Declaration

Hand of Glory has dated this French Louis XVI Daybed to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers
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SA1089203
Dealers Internal Reference
SKU00000714
Description
A 19th century French duchesse brisee daybed in Louis XVI style, the carved frame in original soft white paint and both bergere ends are double-caned, with loose feather filled sik cushion.

The bergere canework is in good, firm, condition with no holes or sagging.

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The silk fabric on the cushion is worn in places - I can arrange re-covering with my upholsterer and supply fabric - please contact me for further details.
Hand of Glory

88cm high, 191cm long, 71cm deep max at the head tapering to 60cm at the foot, cushion height 43cm.

Height
88cm (34.65")
Width
191cm (75.20")
Depth
71cm (27.95")
Date of Manufacture

Hand of Glory has dated this French Louis XVI Daybed to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1089203
Dealers Internal Ref
SKU00000714
Hand of Glory
Hand of Glory
Sellingantiques verified Since Jul 2012

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Archive I An antique French Louis XVI style duchesse brisee daybed featuring a painted wooden frame with caned panels and a patterned upholstered cushion. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

Antique French Duchesse Brisee Daybed in Louis XVI Style

Archive II An antique French Louis XVI style duchesse brisee daybed featuring a painted wooden frame with caned panels and a patterned upholstered cushion. View II
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Hand of Glory Antiques
34 Market Place
Chippenham
Wiltshire
SN15 3HP
United Kingdom
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Verified Since Jul 2012
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An antique French Louis XVI style duchesse brisee daybed featuring a painted wooden frame with caned panels and a patterned upholstered cushion.
Antique French Duchesse Brisee Daybed in Louis XVI Style
Ref: SA1089203
An antique French Louis XVI style duchesse brisee daybed featuring a painted wooden frame with caned panels and a patterned upholstered cushion.
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Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectDaybeds
  • Period19th century
  • StyleLouis XVI
  • MaterialWood, Cane, Upholstery Fabric
  • ColourSage Green
  • MotifsCaned backrest and foot, Fluted tapered legs, Carved wooden frame, Upholstered seat cushion
  • SizeH 88 cm (35 in) x W 191 cm (75 in) x D 71 cm (28 in)

FAQs

A duchesse brisee is a multi-part chaise longue or daybed system originating in 18th-century France, designed to provide a comfortable surface for reclining with a chair and footstool component often joined together or used separately.

Authentic pieces from this era typically feature carved hardwood frames such as beech or oak, often finished with painted or gilded surfaces, combined with woven cane panels and upholstered cushions.

Authentication involves examining the joinery methods, such as traditional mortise and tenon construction, inspecting the tool marks on hand-carved wood, and checking the wear patterns and oxidation on the painted or gilded finish.

Placing a historical piece against a neutral or boldly painted wall allows its refined neoclassical lines and textured caning to act as a statement focal point while blending with modern minimalist or eclectic decor.

Maintain these items by keeping them away from direct sunlight and heat sources to prevent the wood and cane from drying out, cleaning gently with a soft dry cloth, and avoiding harsh chemical polishes.
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