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19th Century Gilded Bergere Armchair
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for sale €673     $730
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19th Century Gilded Bergere Armchair

19th century
Description

A truly impressive piece of furniture made around 1850 and it appears that the chair is in excellent original condition .

The Bergere is in good condition with double Bergere on the arms.

The silk covering on the back could easily be removed if preferred.

The gilt frame stands firm and solid with beautiful carving throughout.

For delivery please ask for a quote

Date of Manufacture

James Ribbons Antiques has dated this Giltwood French Bergere Armchair to the 1850s.

Independent Date Check ID 09099616
Dealer's Item Date1850s
Sellingantiques Date1850s
Sellingantiques agingItem 145-180 years old
Test ResultsPassed dating check
Why Sellingantiques dated this piece to THE 1850s:
Gilding worn through to gesso on high points: age and handling.
Hand-woven cane through drilled holes: traditional mid-nineteenth-century seat weaving.
Hairline shrinkage at frame joints: natural movement of seasoned hardwood over time.
Crisp hand-carved rocaille crest: quality mid-nineteenth-century French cabinet making.

This is an independent date report produced by Sellingantiques using its own proprietary system. The process uses the photographs shown on this page. The system is never told the date the dealer has declared. This report shows that the two dates corroborate.

Physical Dimensions
Height
94cm (37.01")
Width
72cm (28.35")
Depth
53cm (20.87")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA1157088
Description
A truly impressive piece of furniture made around 1850 and it appears that the chair is in excellent original condition .

The Bergere is in good condition with double Bergere on the arms.

The silk covering on the back could easily be removed if preferred.

The gilt frame stands firm and solid with beautiful carving throughout.

For delivery please ask for a quote

Date of Manufacture

James Ribbons Antiques has dated this Giltwood French Bergere Armchair to the 1850s.

Independent Date Report ID 09099616
Dealer's Item Date1850s
Sellingantiques dating1850s
Sellingantiques agingItem 145-180 years old
Test ResultsPassed dating check
Why Sellingantiques dated this piece to the 1850s:
Gilding worn through to gesso on high points: age and handling.
Hand-woven cane through drilled holes: traditional mid-nineteenth-century seat weaving.
Hairline shrinkage at frame joints: natural movement of seasoned hardwood over time.
Crisp hand-carved rocaille crest: quality mid-nineteenth-century French cabinet making.

This is an independent date report produced by Sellingantiques using its own proprietary system. The process uses the photographs shown on this page. The system is never told the date the dealer has declared. This report shows that the two dates corroborate.

Height
94cm (37.01")
Width
72cm (28.35")
Depth
53cm (20.87")
Reference Numbers
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SA1157088
James Ribbons Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Jan 2012
Dealer Profile

You can view the stock and full dealer information on the James Ribbons Antiques Profile Page

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A 19th-century French giltwood bergere armchair featuring a carved ornate frame, woven cane seat and side panels, and a cream silk upholstered back section with tassel trim.
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Archive I A 19th-century French giltwood bergere armchair featuring a carved ornate frame, woven cane seat and side panels, and a cream silk upholstered back section with tassel trim.

19th Century Gilded Bergere Armchair

Archive II A 19th-century French giltwood bergere armchair featuring a carved ornate frame, woven cane seat and side panels, and a cream silk upholstered back section with tassel trim. View II
Archive III A 19th-century French giltwood bergere armchair featuring a carved ornate frame, woven cane seat and side panels, and a cream silk upholstered back section with tassel trim. View III
Archive IV A 19th-century French giltwood bergere armchair featuring a carved ornate frame, woven cane seat and side panels, and a cream silk upholstered back section with tassel trim. View IV
Archive V A 19th-century French giltwood bergere armchair featuring a carved ornate frame, woven cane seat and side panels, and a cream silk upholstered back section with tassel trim. View V
Archive VI A 19th-century French giltwood bergere armchair featuring a carved ornate frame, woven cane seat and side panels, and a cream silk upholstered back section with tassel trim. View VI
Archive VII A 19th-century French giltwood bergere armchair featuring a carved ornate frame, woven cane seat and side panels, and a cream silk upholstered back section with tassel trim. View VII
Archive VIII A 19th-century French giltwood bergere armchair featuring a carved ornate frame, woven cane seat and side panels, and a cream silk upholstered back section with tassel trim. View VIII
Archive IX A 19th-century French giltwood bergere armchair featuring a carved ornate frame, woven cane seat and side panels, and a cream silk upholstered back section with tassel trim. View IX
Archive X A 19th-century French giltwood bergere armchair featuring a carved ornate frame, woven cane seat and side panels, and a cream silk upholstered back section with tassel trim. View X
Archive XI A 19th-century French giltwood bergere armchair featuring a carved ornate frame, woven cane seat and side panels, and a cream silk upholstered back section with tassel trim. View XI
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James Ribbons Antiques
Telephone 01458 274 106
Location
Chilli Cottage
3 Kirkham Street
Somerton
Somerset
TA11 7NW
United Kingdom
Dealer Profile Page sellingantiques.co.uk/jamesribbons
Verified Since Jan 2012
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A 19th-century French giltwood bergere armchair featuring a carved ornate frame, woven cane seat and side panels, and a cream silk upholstered back section with tassel trim.
19th Century Gilded Bergere Armchair
Ref: SA1157088
A 19th-century French giltwood bergere armchair featuring a carved ornate frame, woven cane seat and side panels, and a cream silk upholstered back section with tassel trim.
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Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectArmchairs
  • Period19th century
  • StyleRococo Revival
  • MaterialGiltwood, Cane, Silk
  • ColourGold and Cream
  • MotifsCabriole legs, woven cane panels, floral cresting, acanthus leaf carving
  • SizeH 94 cm (37 in) x W 72 cm (28 in) x D 53 cm (21 in)

This nineteenth-century Rococo Revival bergere armchair is made from giltwood, cane, and silk in gold and cream. The carved ornate frame displays floral cresting, acanthus leaf carving, and cabriole legs, complemented by woven cane panels on the seat, back, and sides, alongside a cream silk upholstered upper back section detailed with a tassel trim and padded armrests. The chair measures 94 cm high, 72 cm wide, and 53 cm deep, standing firm and solid with its original finish. In a modern interior, this piece serves as a sophisticated seating option for a living room, study, or bedroom. The removable silk covering on the back offers flexibility for alternative styling preferences, while the traditional French chateau aesthetic provides an ornate focal point within domestic spaces.

FAQs

A French bergere is an upholstered armchair featuring an exposed carved timber frame, enclosed sides, and a deep, comfortable seat proportioned for relaxation. During the 19th century, craftsmen reproduced and adapted classic 18th-century Rococo and Louis XV shapes, frequently incorporating gilded finishes and woven cane panels.

These frames were typically carved from solid hardwoods such as beech or walnut, coated with a layer of gesso, and finished with gold leaf gilding. The seating panels often used hand-woven natural rattan cane, while the upper back and arm cushions were upholstered in silk damask or brocade with decorative passementerie trim.

Authentic pieces feature signs of genuine age, such as natural oxidisation and slight wear to the gilding where the reddish clay bole underneath becomes visible. Look for hand-carved asymmetrical floral detailing, traditional mortise-and-tenon joinery, and natural variations in the woven cane.

Position the chair as a standalone accent piece in a modern bedroom or living space to create visual contrast against neutral, minimalist backdrops. Complement the metallic tones by layering subtle textiles nearby while allowing the carved frame and cane texture to remain the focal point.

Dust giltwood frames gently using a soft, dry camel-hair brush to prevent chipping the delicate gold leaf layer. Keep woven cane clean using a soft vacuum attachment and maintain moderate humidity in the room to prevent the rattan fibers from becoming brittle.
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