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Chapeau De Gendarme

Sensational Early 19th Century Chapeau De Gendarme Hat Box
Sensational Early 19th Century Chapeau De Gendarme Hat Box

Sensational Early 19th Century Chapeau De Gendarme Hat Box

Located in Round Top, TX

A sensational early 19th century French Chapeau De Gendarme - officer's hat box in leather.

Category

Antique Early 19th Century French Arms, Armor and Weapons

Materials

Leather

French Chapeau de Gendarme 19th Century Carved Elm Cabinet with Glass Doors
French Chapeau de Gendarme 19th Century Carved Elm Cabinet with Glass Doors

French Chapeau de Gendarme 19th Century Carved Elm Cabinet with Glass Doors

Located in Atlanta, GA

A French elm vitrine cabinet from the 19th century, with chapeau de gendarme top, glass doors, carved décor and three drawers.

Category

Antique 19th Century French Cabinets

Materials

Iron, Brass

Swedish Rococo Style Chapeau de Gendarme 1820s Gray Painted Tall Secretary
Swedish Rococo Style Chapeau de Gendarme 1820s Gray Painted Tall Secretary

Swedish Rococo Style Chapeau de Gendarme 1820s Gray Painted Tall Secretary

Located in Atlanta, GA

A Swedish Rococo style tall secretary from circa 1820 with gray painted finish, chapeau de gendarme bonnet top, two doors, slant-front desk and four drawers below.

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Antique Early 19th Century Swedish Rococo Secretaires

Materials

Wood

18th Century Italian 'Chapeau de Gendarme' Fireplace Mantel
18th Century Italian 'Chapeau de Gendarme' Fireplace Mantel

18th Century Italian 'Chapeau de Gendarme' Fireplace Mantel

Located in Zedelgem, BE

Very special Italian Limestone Fireplace ('Gendarme Hat'), dating from the 18th Century Inside dimensions : 139cm wide and 115cm high

Category

Antique 18th Century Italian Other Fireplaces and Mantels

Materials

Limestone

Early 19th century French Carved Walnut Buffet
Early 19th century French Carved Walnut Buffet

Early 19th century French Carved Walnut Buffet

Located in Charleston, SC

Magnificent French early 19th century carved walnut Provençal buffet with one long drawer and two cabinet doors with a chapeau de gendarme form, carved apron, bronze escutcheons, hi...

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Antique Early 19th Century French Buffets

Materials

Bronze, Iron

18th Century, French, Armoire in Walnut
18th Century, French, Armoire in Walnut

18th Century, French, Armoire in Walnut

Located in Charleston, SC

18th Century French walnut armoire with doors strongly moulded in many curves and counter-curves. The “chapeau de gendarme” cornice richly carved follows curves in all 3 dimensions.

Category

Antique 18th Century French Louis XV Wardrobes and Armoires

Materials

Iron

18th Century Walnut Buffet
18th Century Walnut Buffet

18th Century Walnut Buffet

Located in Houston, TX

18th century walnut buffet with two short drawers and two cabinet doors with a chapeau de gendarme form. Note the beautifully proportioned skirt with the floral carving.

Category

Antique 18th Century French Louis XV Buffets

Materials

Walnut

Louis XVI Style Cane Back Armchairs or Fauteuils
Louis XVI Style Cane Back Armchairs or Fauteuils

Louis XVI Style Cane Back Armchairs or Fauteuils

Located in Sheffield, MA

These stylish chairs most often referred to as "fauteuil Marie Antoinette" feature "chapeau de gendarme", fluted legs. Comfortable, elegant and practical frames.

Category

20th Century French Louis XIV Armchairs

Materials

Wood

French Napoleon III Chaise Longue with Turned Legs, C. 1860
French Napoleon III Chaise Longue with Turned Legs, C. 1860

French Napoleon III Chaise Longue with Turned Legs, C. 1860

Located in Philadelphia, PA

An elegant French Napoleon III chaise longue dating to circa 1860, distinguished by its graceful chapeau de gendarme crest and classic serpentine silhouette.

Category

Antique Mid-19th Century French Napoleon III Chaise Longues

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Large Louis XVI Style Carved & Painted Two Door Bookcase
Large Louis XVI Style Carved & Painted Two Door Bookcase

Large Louis XVI Style Carved & Painted Two Door Bookcase

Located in New Orleans, LA

This Louis XVI carved and painted two door bookcase features a chapeau de gendarme top, a shape made to reflect the military hats of the 19th century French regime.

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Antique 19th Century European Cabinets

Materials

Wood

L'Intemporelle Armchair by Alexandre Ligios, en bordeaux
L'Intemporelle Armchair by Alexandre Ligios, en bordeaux

L'Intemporelle Armchair by Alexandre Ligios, en bordeaux

By Alexandre Ligios

Located in MARRAKECH, MA

This armchair with its elegant and sculptural design is distinguished by its shaped "chapeau de gendarme" backrest and generous rolled arms, evoking the timeless charm of classic Fre...

Category

2010s Moroccan Armchairs

Materials

Fabric, Wood

L'Intemporelle Armchair by Alexandre Ligios, Manuel Canovas "Sophie" Bleu Ancien
L'Intemporelle Armchair by Alexandre Ligios, Manuel Canovas "Sophie" Bleu Ancien

L'Intemporelle Armchair by Alexandre Ligios, Manuel Canovas "Sophie" Bleu Ancien

By Alexandre Ligios

Located in MARRAKECH, MA

This armchair with its elegant and sculptural design is distinguished by its shaped "chapeau de gendarme" backrest and generous rolled arms, evoking the timeless charm of classic Fre...

Category

2010s Moroccan Armchairs

Materials

Fabric, Wood

L'Intemporelle Armchair by Alexandre Ligios, Manuel Canovas "Sophie" Rose Ancien
L'Intemporelle Armchair by Alexandre Ligios, Manuel Canovas "Sophie" Rose Ancien

L'Intemporelle Armchair by Alexandre Ligios, Manuel Canovas "Sophie" Rose Ancien

By Alexandre Ligios

Located in MARRAKECH, MA

This armchair with its elegant and sculptural design is distinguished by its shaped "chapeau de gendarme" backrest and generous rolled arms, evoking the timeless charm of classic Fre...

Category

2010s Moroccan Armchairs

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Vintage Country French Provincial Oak Buffet Deux Corps China Display Cabinet
Vintage Country French Provincial Oak Buffet Deux Corps China Display Cabinet

Vintage Country French Provincial Oak Buffet Deux Corps China Display Cabinet

Located in Dayton, OH

The top features a characteristic "chapeau de gendarme" (policeman’s hat) arched crown that opens to two shelves.The doors and drawers are accented with scalloped moldings and decora...

Category

Late 20th Century French Provincial Cabinets

Materials

Brass

Antique French Regence Violin Vitrine
Antique French Regence Violin Vitrine

Antique French Regence Violin Vitrine

Located in Dallas, TX

The style is akin to a Louis XV style but with a heavier, more masculine effect. The chapeau de gendarme crown at top overlooks the casework, and provides a frame for the boldly car...

Category

Early 20th Century French Louis XV Vitrines

Materials

Brass

Small Scale French Napoleon III Settee in Red Velvet
Small Scale French Napoleon III Settee in Red Velvet

Small Scale French Napoleon III Settee in Red Velvet

Located in Buchanan, NY

A magnificent small scale 19th century French Napoleon III “chapeau de gendarme” style settee in red velvet with contrasting bullion fringe.

Category

Antique 19th Century French Napoleon III Settees

Materials

Upholstery

18th Century French Tall Case Clock or Horloge De Parquet
18th Century French Tall Case Clock or Horloge De Parquet

18th Century French Tall Case Clock or Horloge De Parquet

Located in Winter Park, FL

In two parts, the case has a tapered body with a marquetry star detail and the top has the original glass panes and a chapeau de gendarme crown. The clock has an enamel face with han...

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Antique 18th Century French Louis XV Grandfather Clocks and Longcase Clocks

Materials

Bronze, Enamel

19thC French Provincial Painted Buffet with Scalloped Apron and Blue Interior
19thC French Provincial Painted Buffet with Scalloped Apron and Blue Interior

19thC French Provincial Painted Buffet with Scalloped Apron and Blue Interior

Located in Houston, TX

The door panels are adorned with hand-carved scrolling foliate motifs and arched "chapeau de gendarme" molding, synonymous with high-quality provincial craftsmanship.

Category

Antique 19th Century French French Provincial Buffets

Materials

Wood

19th Century Country French Walnut Vitrine
19th Century Country French Walnut Vitrine

19th Century Country French Walnut Vitrine

Located in Miami, FL

Crafted in the inimitable French manner, it features a chapeau de gendarme crown over a bonnet lavished with a full relief basket of flowers flanked by grape clusters and flowing bra...

Category

Antique Late 19th Century French French Provincial Vitrines

Materials

Walnut

19th Century French Tall Case Clock or Horloge De Parquet
19th Century French Tall Case Clock or Horloge De Parquet

19th Century French Tall Case Clock or Horloge De Parquet

Located in Winter Park, FL

The top has a chapeau de gendarme crown and the original glass panes.

Category

Antique Mid-19th Century French French Provincial Table Clocks and Desk ...

Materials

Walnut

French 19th Century Chaise in Muslin
French 19th Century Chaise in Muslin

French 19th Century Chaise in Muslin

Located in Buchanan, NY

This elegant French Napoleon III chaise longue in muslin is classic and timeless. Its sophisticated "chapeau de gendarme" shape is one of its most distinctive features, evoking a sen...

Category

Antique 19th Century French Napoleon III Chaise Longues

Materials

Upholstery

Antique Buttoned Two Seater Sofa
Antique Buttoned Two Seater Sofa

Antique Buttoned Two Seater Sofa

Located in Oxfordshire, GB

This elegant 19th Century French two seat button back settee in the Napoleon III style with an elegant 'chapeau de gendarme' shape back, scroll arms and built in lumbar support provi...

Category

Antique Late 19th Century French Sofas

Materials

Upholstery, Beech

French 18th Century Transition Cherrywood Armoire Cupboard, circa 1760
French 18th Century Transition Cherrywood Armoire Cupboard, circa 1760

French 18th Century Transition Cherrywood Armoire Cupboard, circa 1760

Located in Salzburg, AT

This is a rather beautiful tall French mid-18th century Transition solid cherrywood armoire cupboard with bonnet top (chapeau de gendarme), decorative shaped panels and original bras...

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Antique 1760s French French Provincial Cupboards

Materials

Bronze, Iron

French 18th Century Solid Walnut Armoire
French 18th Century Solid Walnut Armoire

French 18th Century Solid Walnut Armoire

Located in Baton Rouge, LA

A French carved, solid walnut armoire built in the Louis XV period. A Chapeau de Gendarme cornice tops the body of the armoire.

Category

Antique 18th Century French Louis XV Wardrobes and Armoires

Materials

Walnut

French 1750s Louis XV Walnut Floral Buffet à Deux-Corps from the Loire Valley
French 1750s Louis XV Walnut Floral Buffet à Deux-Corps from the Loire Valley

French 1750s Louis XV Walnut Floral Buffet à Deux-Corps from the Loire Valley

Located in Atlanta, GA

Born in the exquisite Loire Valley region that shelters some of the most amazing Renaissance chateaux of France, this walnut buffet à deux-corps features a 'chapeau de gendarme' top ...

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Antique Mid-18th Century French Louis XV Buffets

Materials

Walnut

Pair Grand 18th Century Country French Walnut Doors ~ Plaquards
Pair Grand 18th Century Country French Walnut Doors ~ Plaquards

Pair Grand 18th Century Country French Walnut Doors ~ Plaquards

Located in Dallas, TX

The frame includes the original corner posts with full length barrel hinges that lead the eye up to the impressive chapeau de gendarme cornice & crown on top. Unmistakably French in ...

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Antique Late 18th Century French French Provincial Doors and Gates

Materials

Steel

Exceptional 19th Century French Kingwood Display Cabinet Vitrine, circa 1890
Exceptional 19th Century French Kingwood Display Cabinet Vitrine, circa 1890

Exceptional 19th Century French Kingwood Display Cabinet Vitrine, circa 1890

Located in Nottingham, GB

Of impressive scale and outstanding quality, this superb display cabinet is a rare example of fine French cabinetmaking from the period. The shaped chapeau de gendarme crest crowns ...

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Antique Late 19th Century Vitrines

Materials

Ormolu

19th Century Louis XV Style French Tall Case Clock
19th Century Louis XV Style French Tall Case Clock

19th Century Louis XV Style French Tall Case Clock

Located in Winter Park, FL

A simple five-point star is carved into the case. The top has a large chapeau de gendarme crown and original glass panes.

Category

Antique 19th Century French Louis XV Grandfather Clocks and Longcase Clocks

Materials

Enamel, Bronze

18th Century French Louis XV Buffet a Deux Corps or Sideboard
18th Century French Louis XV Buffet a Deux Corps or Sideboard

18th Century French Louis XV Buffet a Deux Corps or Sideboard

Located in Winter Park, FL

Excellent craftsmanship and grand in scale at 10 feet tall, the provenance of this buffet is a chateau in St. Remy de Provence. The top has a chapeau de gendarme crown above a beauti...

Category

Antique Mid-18th Century French Louis XV Buffets

Materials

Walnut

19th Century Country French Walnut Vitrine
19th Century Country French Walnut Vitrine

19th Century Country French Walnut Vitrine

Located in Dallas, TX

Crafted in the inimitable French manner, it features a chapeau de gendarme crown over a bonnet lavished with a full relief basket of flowers flanked by grape clusters and flowing bra...

Category

Antique 1890s French Neoclassical Revival Vitrines

Materials

Steel

19th Century French Louis XVI Armchair, Patinated Lacquer and Damask
19th Century French Louis XVI Armchair, Patinated Lacquer and Damask

19th Century French Louis XVI Armchair, Patinated Lacquer and Damask

Located in LA CIOTAT, FR

This elegant French armchair, dating from the 19th century, features a distinctive “chapeau de gendarme” backrest, a hallmark of refined Louis XVI style.

Category

Antique 19th Century French Louis XVI Lounge Chairs

Materials

Damask, Beech, Lacquer, Paint

19th Century Louis XVI Armchair in Carved Beechwood and Damask
19th Century Louis XVI Armchair in Carved Beechwood and Damask

19th Century Louis XVI Armchair in Carved Beechwood and Damask

Located in LA CIOTAT, FR

This refined 19th-century French armchair is a graceful example of the Louis XVI style, distinguished by its “chapeau de gendarme” backrest — a subtly curved crest with raised corner...

Category

Antique Early 19th Century French Louis XVI Lounge Chairs

Materials

Damask, Beech, Lacquer, Paint

Early 18th Century French Regency Period Oak Presentation Buffet Deux Corps
Early 18th Century French Regency Period Oak Presentation Buffet Deux Corps

Early 18th Century French Regency Period Oak Presentation Buffet Deux Corps

Located in Fayetteville, AR

The top is hand carved with a scalloped motif and is capped with a "chapeau de gendarme" cornice. The doors open to allow access to its green fabric lined paneled interior with two c...

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Antique Early 18th Century French Regency Buffets

Materials

Bronze

Dutch Colonial Early 20th Century Cabinet with Gilded Accents and Glass Doors
Dutch Colonial Early 20th Century Cabinet with Gilded Accents and Glass Doors

Dutch Colonial Early 20th Century Cabinet with Gilded Accents and Glass Doors

Located in Yonkers, NY

This early 20th-century Dutch Colonial cabinet is a stunning representation of period craftsmanship, featuring a graceful "chapeau de gendarme" top adorned with red and gilded accents.

Category

Early 20th Century Indonesian Dutch Colonial Cabinets

Materials

Glass, Wood

French 1820s Walnut Restoration Vaisselier from Bresse with Burl Wood Panels
French 1820s Walnut Restoration Vaisselier from Bresse with Burl Wood Panels

French 1820s Walnut Restoration Vaisselier from Bresse with Burl Wood Panels

Located in Atlanta, GA

Born in the eastern area of France during the first quarter of the 19th century, this walnut vaisselier features a large molded cornice 'en chapeau de gendarme', sitting above a narr...

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Antique Early 19th Century French Restauration Cupboards

Materials

Walnut

Parisian Pair of 18th Century Louis XVI Armchairs or Fauteuils, Stamped/Signed
Parisian Pair of 18th Century Louis XVI Armchairs or Fauteuils, Stamped/Signed

Parisian Pair of 18th Century Louis XVI Armchairs or Fauteuils, Stamped/Signed

Located in Miami, FL

Key Features: Design: Known as "fauteuils Marie Antoinette," these chairs feature the distinctive chapeau de gendarme (policeman's hat) crest rail, a hallmark of the period's design.

Category

Antique 18th Century French Louis XVI Armchairs

Materials

Beech, Fabric

Pair of Small Scale French Napoleon III Armchairs with Diamond Tufting
Pair of Small Scale French Napoleon III Armchairs with Diamond Tufting

Pair of Small Scale French Napoleon III Armchairs with Diamond Tufting

Located in Buchanan, NY

These lovely small scale French Napoleon III armchairs feature lovely turned legs, and gracefully curved arms. The classic “chapeau de gendarme” backs with intricate diamond tufting ...

Category

Antique 19th Century French Napoleon III Armchairs

Materials

Upholstery

18th Century French Louis XV Period Walnut Chateau Bonheur Du Jour or Secretary
18th Century French Louis XV Period Walnut Chateau Bonheur Du Jour or Secretary

18th Century French Louis XV Period Walnut Chateau Bonheur Du Jour or Secretary

Located in Birmingham, AL

This impressive antique French secretary features a chapeau de gendarme crown above a pair of carved serpentine doors with brass mesh grilles and beautiful green and gold damask fabr...

Category

Antique 1750s French Louis XV Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Iron

Pair of Armchairs Attributed to H.A. Fourdinois, France, c1870
Pair of Armchairs Attributed to H.A. Fourdinois, France, c1870

Pair of Armchairs Attributed to H.A. Fourdinois, France, c1870

Located in PARIS, FR

Fourdinois, with a flat back in “chapeau de gendarme” centered with a carved and foliated cartouche, joining padded scroll armrests carved with acanthus leaves.

Category

Antique 1870s French Renaissance Armchairs

Materials

Wood

18th Century Period Swedish Rococo Two-Section Secretary Cabinet From Värmland
18th Century Period Swedish Rococo Two-Section Secretary Cabinet From Värmland

18th Century Period Swedish Rococo Two-Section Secretary Cabinet From Värmland

Located in Charleston, SC

Many two-part, secretary-bookcase versions feature a "chapeau de gendarme" (gendarme's hat) bonnet top over raised-panel cabinet doors. he slant-front opens to reveal a tiered, stepp...

Category

Antique Mid-18th Century Swedish Rococo Cabinets

Materials

Bronze

19th Century French Louis XIII Bleached Oak Hunting Buffet Deux Corps/Bookcase
19th Century French Louis XIII Bleached Oak Hunting Buffet Deux Corps/Bookcase

19th Century French Louis XIII Bleached Oak Hunting Buffet Deux Corps/Bookcase

Located in Birmingham, AL

The intricately carved chapeau de gendarme crown featuring floral and foliate carvings sits over a pair of carved doors, with original antique hand blown glass flanked by barley twis...

Category

Antique 1850s French Louis XIII Bookcases

Materials

Oak

Antique French Bonnet Top Armoire in Chevron and Oyster Pattern Cherrywood c1800
Antique French Bonnet Top Armoire in Chevron and Oyster Pattern Cherrywood c1800

Antique French Bonnet Top Armoire in Chevron and Oyster Pattern Cherrywood c1800

Located in Highwood, IL

Antique French Bonnet Top Armoire in Chevron and Oyster Pattern Cherrywood early 1800’s The French would refer to this armoire as in the style of “chapeau de gendarme crown”. Defined...

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Antique Early 1800s French Louis XV Wardrobes and Armoires

Materials

Brass, Other

Early 19th Century French Country Louis XV Style Painted Buffet Duex Corps
Early 19th Century French Country Louis XV Style Painted Buffet Duex Corps

Early 19th Century French Country Louis XV Style Painted Buffet Duex Corps

Located in Birmingham, AL

The upper cabinet is crowned with a beautifully shaped chapeau de gendarme cornice, its gently arched silhouette lending movement and softness to the piece.

Category

Antique Early 19th Century French Louis XV Bookcases

Materials

Walnut, Paint

Early 19th Century Normandy Solid Mahogany Country French Armoire
Early 19th Century Normandy Solid Mahogany Country French Armoire

Early 19th Century Normandy Solid Mahogany Country French Armoire

Located in Dallas, TX

Employing it throughout a large provincial armoire required a considerable investment in both material and craftsmanship, indicating that the piece was originally made for a prospero...

Category

Antique 1830s French Louis Philippe Wardrobes and Armoires

Materials

Mahogany

19th Century French Tall Case Clock by Avenol Pere in Cherry Wood
19th Century French Tall Case Clock by Avenol Pere in Cherry Wood

19th Century French Tall Case Clock by Avenol Pere in Cherry Wood

By Avenol Pere

Located in Winter Park, FL

A 19th century French Horloge de Parquet or tall case clock from Brittany. Elegant solid cherry case in two parts, with book matched panels and a chapeau de gendarme crown.

Category

Antique 19th Century French French Provincial Grandfather Clocks and Lon...

Materials

Brass, Enamel

Recent Sales

Set of Ten Louis XVI Style Dining Chairs by Jansen
Set of Ten Louis XVI Style Dining Chairs by Jansen

Set of Ten Louis XVI Style Dining Chairs by Jansen

Unavailable

H 37.25 in W 18.75 in D 20 in

Set of Ten Louis XVI Style Dining Chairs by Jansen

By Maison Jansen

Located in New York, NY

A set of ten Louis XVI style DR chairs by Jansen. Chapeau de Gendarme back. Painted white and upholstered in pink silk.

Category

Vintage 1950s Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Wood, Silk

Pair of painted wood Louis XVI style armchairs by Jansen
Pair of painted wood Louis XVI style armchairs by Jansen

Pair of painted wood Louis XVI style armchairs by Jansen

By Maison Jansen

Located in New York, NY

Pair of painted, with some gilt, Louis XVI style armchairs by Jansen. Square back with chapeau de gendarme detail. Classical round, tapered legs.

Category

20th Century French Armchairs

Materials

Wood, Paint

Set of Six Louis XVI Walnut Chairs
Set of Six Louis XVI Walnut Chairs

Set of Six Louis XVI Walnut Chairs

Unavailable

H 36.23 in W 18.9 in D 21.26 in

Set of Six Louis XVI Walnut Chairs

Located in Paris, FR

Cabriolet chairs with their backrest sculpted as "chapeau de gendarme". Work from the Louis XVI period Dimensions: 92 cm H x 54 cm L x 48 cm D.

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Antique Late 18th Century Louis XVI Chairs

19th Century French Louis XV Buffet Deux Corps from Normandy Painted
19th Century French Louis XV Buffet Deux Corps from Normandy Painted

19th Century French Louis XV Buffet Deux Corps from Normandy Painted

Located in Lannebert, FR

19th century French Louis XV style buffet deux corps in Oak skilled artisans of Pays de Caux, Normandy. Upper cabinet with chapeau de gendarme.

Category

Antique 19th Century French Louis XV Buffets

Materials

Oak

Large Pair of Louis XVI Style Armchairs by Jansen - Circa 1950
Large Pair of Louis XVI Style Armchairs by Jansen - Circa 1950

Large Pair of Louis XVI Style Armchairs by Jansen - Circa 1950

By Maison Jansen

Located in New York, NY

Classical square back with chapeau de gendarme. Arm rests, sides, and back with carved reeding, also classical fluted tapered round feet with sculpted cartouches on knees.

Category

20th Century French Armchairs

Fireback Chateau Louis XV Style in Iron from France, 19th Century
Fireback Chateau Louis XV Style in Iron from France, 19th Century

Fireback Chateau Louis XV Style in Iron from France, 19th Century

Located in LOS ANGELES, CA

"Chateau" Louis XV style fireback from France with "Chapeau de Gendarme". Beautiful Honors dogs with Lion and Fleurs de Lys blasons.

Category

Antique 19th Century French Louis XV Fireplaces and Mantels

Materials

Iron

Antique Mirror with Shell and Leaf Motif, 1880
Antique Mirror with Shell and Leaf Motif, 1880

Antique Mirror with Shell and Leaf Motif, 1880

Unavailable

H 68 in W 46 in D 4 in

Antique Mirror with Shell and Leaf Motif, 1880

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Stunning antique mirror with shell motif and Chapeau de Gendarme crest. Delicate spirals of leaves peek out from the edges of the frame while large swirls balance each side.

Category

Antique Late 19th Century French Wall Mirrors

French 18th Century Baroque Lyra Chairs
French 18th Century Baroque Lyra Chairs

French 18th Century Baroque Lyra Chairs

Unavailable

H 34.65 in W 20.48 in D 17.72 in

French 18th Century Baroque Lyra Chairs

Located in Vienna, AT

Lyra backrest with free-standing descended column legs. (En chapeau de gendarme) half-rounded seating, upholstered in bright velvet fabric, geometrically patterned.

Category

Antique 18th Century French Baroque Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Wood

A Louis XVI Painted Suite of Chairs, Two Arm, Two Side, French

A Louis XVI Painted Suite of Chairs, Two Arm, Two Side, French

Located in Woodbury, CT

A suite of Louis XVI painted seat furniture comprising a pair of fauteuils en cabriolet and a pair of chaises en cabriolet. Each piece with chapeau de gendarme top rails flanked by p...

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Antique 18th Century and Earlier Living Room Sets

Set of Six Louis XIII Style Dining Chairs
Set of Six Louis XIII Style Dining Chairs

Set of Six Louis XIII Style Dining Chairs

Unavailable

H 40 in W 18.25 in D 18.25 in

Set of Six Louis XIII Style Dining Chairs

Located in Charleston, SC

Great Louis XIII style set of turned beechwood in baluster shape on the two front feet, the H-shaped stretcher and the front spacer .The back rest shows good moldings all around and ...

Category

Antique 19th Century French Louis XIII Chairs

Pair of Tapestry Upholstered Chestnut Louis XIV Chairs
Pair of Tapestry Upholstered Chestnut Louis XIV Chairs

Pair of Tapestry Upholstered Chestnut Louis XIV Chairs

Unavailable

H 40.56 in W 22.84 in D 19.3 in

Pair of Tapestry Upholstered Chestnut Louis XIV Chairs

Located in Amsterdam, NL

A good pair of chestnut chairs with slightly slanted backrest with arched crest rail 'chapeau de gendarme', with turned bobbins on both corners.

Category

Antique 17th Century French Louis XIV Chairs

Materials

Chestnut

18th Century French Louis XIV Armchair
18th Century French Louis XIV Armchair

18th Century French Louis XIV Armchair

Unavailable

H 44 in W 24 in D 27 in

18th Century French Louis XIV Armchair

Located in Charleston, SC

Tall and slightly slanted backrest with its top in 'chapeau de gendarme" form. Scrolled arms finishing in "bec de corbin" (billhead) and arched feet linked by crossbars and an "H" sh...

Category

Antique 18th Century French Louis XIV Armchairs

Materials

Walnut

Set of Four French Walnut Armchairs with Tapestry Called "Bizarre"
Set of Four French Walnut Armchairs with Tapestry Called "Bizarre"

Set of Four French Walnut Armchairs with Tapestry Called "Bizarre"

Located in Paris, FR

The seats, as the backs in "chapeau de gendarme" style, are very typical of the times and present a tapestry known as "bizarre," with a decor of flowers and birds for the sitting and...

Category

Antique 18th Century and Earlier French Armchairs

Materials

Tapestry, Walnut

18th Century Louis XV Buffet Deux Corps
18th Century Louis XV Buffet Deux Corps

18th Century Louis XV Buffet Deux Corps

Unavailable

H 106 in W 55 in D 25.5 in

18th Century Louis XV Buffet Deux Corps

Located in Charleston, SC

The top part is notably higher than the bottom one and become topped with an arched cornice in the shape of a "chapeau de gendarme" in reference to the hats the police officers under...

Category

Antique 1750s French Louis XV Buffets

Materials

Walnut

Pair of French 19th Century Armchairs, Chapeau de Gendarme
Pair of French 19th Century Armchairs, Chapeau de Gendarme

Pair of French 19th Century Armchairs, Chapeau de Gendarme

Located in Buchanan, NY

Pair of Napoleon III armchairs with the "Chapeau de Gendarme" back. Sold in "as is" condition.

Category

Antique Mid-19th Century French Napoleon III Armchairs

Pair of “chapeau de gendarme” shaped mirrors. 1970s.
Pair of “chapeau de gendarme” shaped mirrors. 1970s.

Pair of “chapeau de gendarme” shaped mirrors. 1970s.

Located in Saint-Ouen, FR

Pair of mirrors set with a gilded brass rod, in the shape of a “chapeau de gendarme”. Italian work realized in the 1970s.

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Wall Mirrors

Materials

Brass

Pair of “chapeau de gendarme” shaped mirrors. 1970s.
Pair of “chapeau de gendarme” shaped mirrors. 1970s.

Pair of “chapeau de gendarme” shaped mirrors. 1970s.

Located in Saint-Ouen, FR

Pair of mirrors set with a gilded brass rod, in the shape of a “chapeau de gendarme”. Italian work realized in the 1970s.

Category

Late 20th Century Italian Wall Mirrors

Materials

Brass

Swedish 1770s Rococo Painted Wall Cabinet with Chapeau de Gendarme Style Cornice
Swedish 1770s Rococo Painted Wall Cabinet with Chapeau de Gendarme Style Cornice

Swedish 1770s Rococo Painted Wall Cabinet with Chapeau de Gendarme Style Cornice

Located in Atlanta, GA

A Swedish Rococo period painted wood wall cabinet from the late 18th century, with chapeau de gendarme style cornice, two doors and three inner drawers.

Category

Antique Late 18th Century Swedish Rococo Shelves and Wall Cabinets

Materials

Wood

A Beautiful Pair of 1950’s French Leather Club Chairs Chapeau de Gendarme Models
A Beautiful Pair of 1950’s French Leather Club Chairs Chapeau de Gendarme Models

A Beautiful Pair of 1950’s French Leather Club Chairs Chapeau de Gendarme Models

Located in Hastings, GB

A Beautiful Pair of 1950’s French Leather Club Chairs Chapeau de Gendarme Models This is a beautiful pair of chapeau de gendarme club chairs in Havana brown with Cuban cigar arms.

Category

Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Club Chairs

Materials

Leather

Swedish Rococo Period 1790s Cabinet with Chapeau de Gendarme Inspired Cornice
Swedish Rococo Period 1790s Cabinet with Chapeau de Gendarme Inspired Cornice

Swedish Rococo Period 1790s Cabinet with Chapeau de Gendarme Inspired Cornice

Located in Atlanta, GA

The cabinet's upper section is crowned with a chapeau de gendarme-inspired cornice, which gracefully curves above two beautifully crafted doors.

Category

Antique Late 18th Century Swedish Rococo Cabinets

Materials

Oak, Walnut, Burl

A Gorgeous French Leather Club Chair, Chapeau de Gendarme Model Circa 1950’s
A Gorgeous French Leather Club Chair, Chapeau de Gendarme Model Circa 1950’s

A Gorgeous French Leather Club Chair, Chapeau de Gendarme Model Circa 1950’s

Located in Hastings, GB

A Fabulous French Leather Club Chair, Chapeau de Gendarme Model, Circa 1950’s This is a great compact, original French leather club chair.

Category

Early 20th Century French Art Deco Club Chairs

Materials

Leather

A Fabulous French Leather Club Chair, Chapeau de Gendarme Model Circa 1940’s
A Fabulous French Leather Club Chair, Chapeau de Gendarme Model Circa 1940’s

A Fabulous French Leather Club Chair, Chapeau de Gendarme Model Circa 1940’s

Located in Hastings, GB

A Fabulous French Leather Club Chair, Chapeau de Gendarme Model, Circa 1940’s This handsome chair is a beautiful example of an early French leather club chair.

Category

Early 20th Century French Art Deco Club Chairs

Materials

Leather

A Fabulous French Leather Club Chair, Chapeau de Gendarme model Circa 1950’s
A Fabulous French Leather Club Chair, Chapeau de Gendarme model Circa 1950’s

A Fabulous French Leather Club Chair, Chapeau de Gendarme model Circa 1950’s

Located in Hastings, GB

A Fabulous French Leather Club Chair, Chapeau de Gendarme model Circa 1950’s This beautiful chair is a fantastic example.

Category

Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Club Chairs

Materials

Leather

A Fabulous French Leather Club Chair, Chapeau de Gendarme Model, Circa 1940’s
A Fabulous French Leather Club Chair, Chapeau de Gendarme Model, Circa 1940’s

A Fabulous French Leather Club Chair, Chapeau de Gendarme Model, Circa 1940’s

Located in Hastings, GB

A Fabulous French Leather Club Chair, Chapeau de Gendarme Model, Circa 1940’s This handsome and inviting chair is an absolute classic.

Category

Early 20th Century French Art Deco Club Chairs

Materials

Leather

A Stunning French Leather Club Chair, Chapeau de Gendarme Model, C 1950's
A Stunning French Leather Club Chair, Chapeau de Gendarme Model, C 1950's

A Stunning French Leather Club Chair, Chapeau de Gendarme Model, C 1950's

Located in Hastings, GB

A Stunning French Leather Club Chair, Chapeau de Gendarme Model in Caramel, with Cuban Cigar Arms circa 1950’s This wonderful chair is a feast for the eyes, with its rich caramel l...

Category

Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Club Chairs

Materials

Leather

A Fantastic Pair of French leather Club Chairs Chapeau de Gendarme models C1950
A Fantastic Pair of French leather Club Chairs Chapeau de Gendarme models C1950

A Fantastic Pair of French leather Club Chairs Chapeau de Gendarme models C1950

Located in Hastings, GB

A Fantastic Pair of French leather Club chairs Circa Chapeau de Gendarme models1950’s This is a great pair of compact, original French leather club chairs.

Category

Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Club Chairs

Materials

Leather

A Beautiful French leather Club Chair, Chapeau de Gendarme Model, circa 1950’s
A Beautiful French leather Club Chair, Chapeau de Gendarme Model, circa 1950’s

A Beautiful French leather Club Chair, Chapeau de Gendarme Model, circa 1950’s

Located in Hastings, GB

This is a gorgeous chair, in wonderful condition. Through time and wear this chair boasts the most beautiful patina, of which the hues change according to different lighting conditio...

Category

Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Club Chairs

Materials

Leather

A Gorgeous French Leather Club Chair, Chapeau de Gendarme in Caramel, C 1950’s
A Gorgeous French Leather Club Chair, Chapeau de Gendarme in Caramel, C 1950’s

A Gorgeous French Leather Club Chair, Chapeau de Gendarme in Caramel, C 1950’s

Located in Hastings, GB

This lovely chair in warm caramel has aged beautifully. The all-original caramel leather has a pleasing patina, achieved through use and care. This is a solid chair with a notable we...

Category

Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Club Chairs

Materials

Leather

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Chapeau De Gendarme For Sale on 1stDibs

Choose from an assortment of styles, material and more with respect to the chapeau de gendarme you’re looking for at 1stDibs. Frequently made of wood, walnut and metal, every chapeau de gendarme was constructed with great care. Whether you’re looking for an older or newer chapeau de gendarme, there are earlier versions available from the 18th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 20th Century. A chapeau de gendarme made by louis xv designers — as well as those associated with Louis XVI — is very popular.

How Much is a Chapeau De Gendarme?

The average selling price for a chapeau de gendarme at 1stDibs is $4,980, while they’re typically $813 on the low end and $34,950 for the highest priced.