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Antique Edwardian Chinoiserie Decorated Walnut Three Piece Bergere Suite
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Antique Edwardian Chinoiserie Decorated Walnut Three Piece Bergere Suite

1900 - 1920
Sold 12 January 2025 · Hand of Glory
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Description

An Antique black chinoiserie decorated walnut Berger three piece suite, circa 1920, from a Wiltshire country house estate. Comprising a two seat sofa and pair of armchairs, with arched backs, scroll arms and raised on cabriole legs.

The chairs and the back panels of the sofa have recently been professionally re-caned so are good and strong with no damage. The ebonising on the arms is nicely worn commensurate with age.

I can arrange re-covering and supply feather filled cushions and fabric if required. Please get in touch for further details.

Measurements are:

Sofa: 83cm high, 153cm wide, the seats 68cm deep.

Chairs: 83cm high, 78cm wide, the seats 68cm deep.

Would considering splitting the sofa and pair of armchairs.

Physical Dimensions
Height
83cm (32.68")
Width
153cm (60.24")
Depth
68cm (26.77")
Declaration

Hand of Glory has dated this Edwardian Chinoiserie Bergere Suite to the Edwardian era.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA1107439
Dealers Internal Reference
SKU00000737
Description
An Antique black chinoiserie decorated walnut Berger three piece suite, circa 1920, from a Wiltshire country house estate.
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Comprising a two seat sofa and pair of armchairs, with arched backs, scroll arms and raised on cabriole legs.
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fig 1. An antique Edwardian three-piece bergere suite featuring black lacquered frames with gold chinoiserie decoration, cane panels, and damask upholstered cushions.
fig 1. Antique Edwardian Chinoiserie Decorated Walnut Three Piece Bergere Suite

The chairs and the back panels of the sofa have recently been professionally re-caned so are good and strong with no damage. The ebonising on the arms is nicely worn commensurate with age.

I can arrange re-covering and supply feather filled cushions and fabric if required. Please get in touch for further details.

Measurements are:

Sofa: 83cm high, 153cm wide, the seats 68cm deep.

Chairs: 83cm high, 78cm wide, the seats 68cm deep.

Would considering splitting the sofa and pair of armchairs.

Height
83cm (32.68")
Width
153cm (60.24")
Depth
68cm (26.77")
Date of Manufacture

Hand of Glory has dated this Edwardian Chinoiserie Bergere Suite to the Edwardian era.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1107439
Dealers Internal Ref
SKU00000737
Hand of Glory
Hand of Glory
Sellingantiques verified Since Jul 2012

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Archive I An antique Edwardian three-piece bergere suite featuring black lacquered frames with gold chinoiserie decoration, cane panels, and damask upholstered cushions. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

Antique Edwardian Chinoiserie Decorated Walnut Three Piece Bergere Suite

Archive II An antique Edwardian three-piece bergere suite featuring black lacquered frames with gold chinoiserie decoration, cane panels, and damask upholstered cushions. View II
Archive III An antique Edwardian three-piece bergere suite featuring black lacquered frames with gold chinoiserie decoration, cane panels, and damask upholstered cushions. View III
Archive IV An antique Edwardian three-piece bergere suite featuring black lacquered frames with gold chinoiserie decoration, cane panels, and damask upholstered cushions. View IV
Archive V An antique Edwardian three-piece bergere suite featuring black lacquered frames with gold chinoiserie decoration, cane panels, and damask upholstered cushions. View V
Archive VI An antique Edwardian three-piece bergere suite featuring black lacquered frames with gold chinoiserie decoration, cane panels, and damask upholstered cushions. View VI
Archive VII An antique Edwardian three-piece bergere suite featuring black lacquered frames with gold chinoiserie decoration, cane panels, and damask upholstered cushions. View VII
Archive VIII An antique Edwardian three-piece bergere suite featuring black lacquered frames with gold chinoiserie decoration, cane panels, and damask upholstered cushions. View VIII
Archive IX An antique Edwardian three-piece bergere suite featuring black lacquered frames with gold chinoiserie decoration, cane panels, and damask upholstered cushions. View IX
Archive X An antique Edwardian three-piece bergere suite featuring black lacquered frames with gold chinoiserie decoration, cane panels, and damask upholstered cushions. View X
Archive XI An antique Edwardian three-piece bergere suite featuring black lacquered frames with gold chinoiserie decoration, cane panels, and damask upholstered cushions. View XI
Archive XII An antique Edwardian three-piece bergere suite featuring black lacquered frames with gold chinoiserie decoration, cane panels, and damask upholstered cushions. View XII
Archive XIII An antique Edwardian three-piece bergere suite featuring black lacquered frames with gold chinoiserie decoration, cane panels, and damask upholstered cushions. View XIII
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34 Market Place
Chippenham
Wiltshire
SN15 3HP
United Kingdom
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Verified Since Jul 2012
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An antique Edwardian three-piece bergere suite featuring black lacquered frames with gold chinoiserie decoration, cane panels, and damask upholstered cushions.
Antique Edwardian Chinoiserie Decorated Walnut Three Piece Bergere Suite
Ref: SA1107439
An antique Edwardian three-piece bergere suite featuring black lacquered frames with gold chinoiserie decoration, cane panels, and damask upholstered cushions.
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Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectSeating Suites
  • Period1900 - 1920
  • StyleEdwardian Chinoiserie
  • MaterialWalnut, Cane, Silk Damask, Gilt
  • ColourBlack and Gold
  • MotifsCane back and sides, Chinoiserie hand-painting, Cabriole legs, Gilt ornamentation
  • SizeH 83 cm (33 in) x W 153 cm (60 in) x D 68 cm (27 in)

FAQs

Edwardian Chinoiserie furniture draws inspiration from 18th-century European interpretations of Chinese art and design, typically featuring hand-painted motifs, lacquered finishes, and intricate gilt detailing on dark woods.

Bergere suites are characterised by exposed wooden framesoften walnut, beech, or mahoganycombined with woven cane panels on the back and sides, alongside loose or fitted upholstered seat cushions.

Authentication relies on examining the joinery, the ageing of the lacquer, hand-painted details rather than printed transfers, and the consistency of the cane weaving and framing typical of early 20th-century craftsmanship.

This seating group functions effectively as a focal point in a neutral or boldly coloured room, pairing well with contemporary minimalist decor to highlight its historical craftsmanship and graphic finish.

Preservation requires keeping wooden and lacquered surfaces away from direct sunlight and heat sources, dusting gently with a dry cloth, and maintaining moderate humidity levels to prevent the cane from drying and splitting.
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