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Pair of Carved Rope and Tassel Barrel Bergère Chairs in Bouclé Fabric
Pair of Carved Rope and Tassel Barrel Bergère Chairs in Bouclé Fabric

Pair of Carved Rope and Tassel Barrel Bergère Chairs in Bouclé Fabric

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Pair of bergère armchairs, in the manner of AME Fournier (French, active after 1850), having a

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Mid-20th Century Italian Hollywood Regency Bergere Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

Vintage Regency Printed Swirl Bergere Chairs - a Pair
Vintage Regency Printed Swirl Bergere Chairs - a Pair

Vintage Regency Printed Swirl Bergere Chairs - a Pair

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

A stunning pair of Vintage Regency Printed Swirl Bergere Chairs, embodying classic American

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Mid-20th Century American Regency Bergere Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

Pair of Vintage French Louis XV Style Wingback Bergere Armchairs, W & J Sloane
Pair of Vintage French Louis XV Style Wingback Bergere Armchairs, W & J Sloane

Pair of Vintage French Louis XV Style Wingback Bergere Armchairs, W & J Sloane

By W. & J. Sloane

Located in Philadelphia, PA

craftsmanship, circa mid-20th century. Measurements: 43" H x 28" W x 27" D x 17" seat height x 22" arm height.

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Mid-20th Century Italian Louis XV Bergere Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Walnut

French Inspired Upholstered Linen Bergère Chairs
French Inspired Upholstered Linen Bergère Chairs

French Inspired Upholstered Linen Bergère Chairs

Located in Old Town Orange, CA

familiar with. This style dates from the mid- to late 19th century, France. This chair has antique brass

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21st Century and Contemporary Bergere Chairs

Materials

Linen

1950s Gilt and Painted French Bergere Chairs, Pair
1950s Gilt and Painted French Bergere Chairs, Pair

1950s Gilt and Painted French Bergere Chairs, Pair

Located in Kennesaw, GA

This is a lovely pair of 1950s ivory and gilt painted French bergere chairs. They are in very good

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Mid-20th Century French Louis XVI Bergere Chairs

Materials

Wood

Mid 20th Century Provincial Carved Walnut and Upholstered Fauteuil
Mid 20th Century Provincial Carved Walnut and Upholstered Fauteuil

Mid 20th Century Provincial Carved Walnut and Upholstered Fauteuil

Located in Germantown, MD

A Mid 20th Century Provincial Carved Walnut and Re Upholstered Fauteuil. Very clean. No stain or

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Mid-20th Century Unknown French Provincial Bergere Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Walnut

Pair of 1940s bergère armchairs, Italian manufacture
Pair of 1940s bergère armchairs, Italian manufacture

Pair of 1940s bergère armchairs, Italian manufacture

Located in SAN PIETRO MOSEZZO, NO

Pair of 1940s armchairs with ebonized wood cone feet and ochre-hued velvet-like fabric. The armchairs have been completely restored, and this not only enhances their clean and elega...

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Vintage 1940s Italian Mid-Century Modern Bergere Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Vintage Regency Printed Silk Bergere Chairs - A Pair
Vintage Regency Printed Silk Bergere Chairs - A Pair

Vintage Regency Printed Silk Bergere Chairs - A Pair

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Indulge in the exquisite charm of this pair of Vintage Regency Printed Silk Lounge Chairs. These armchairs exude a sophisticated elegance, featuring graceful frames that hint at both...

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Mid-20th Century American French Provincial Bergere Chairs

Materials

Silk, Upholstery, Wood

Pair Régence Style Fruitwood and Upholstered Swivel Bergere Chairs
Pair Régence Style Fruitwood and Upholstered Swivel Bergere Chairs

Pair Régence Style Fruitwood and Upholstered Swivel Bergere Chairs

Located in Germantown, MD

A Pair Régence Style Fruitwood and Upholstered Swivel Bergere Chairs in great vintage condition

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Mid-20th Century Unknown Regency Bergere Chairs

Materials

Fruitwood

Biedermeier Bergere Chair, Walnut, Creme Velvet, Austria, circa 1840
Biedermeier Bergere Chair, Walnut, Creme Velvet, Austria, circa 1840

Biedermeier Bergere Chair, Walnut, Creme Velvet, Austria, circa 1840

Located in Regensburg, DE

Elegant Biedermeier Bergere chair from Austria around 1840. Walnut veneer on softwood. Newly

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Antique Mid-19th Century Austrian Biedermeier Bergere Chairs

Materials

Velvet, Walnut

Art Deco Mahogany Bergere Style Sofa with Cane Details and Ball Feet
Art Deco Mahogany Bergere Style Sofa with Cane Details and Ball Feet

Art Deco Mahogany Bergere Style Sofa with Cane Details and Ball Feet

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Sofa originates from 1950s production, combining traditional bergere construction with Mid-Century

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Vintage 1950s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Upholstery, Velvet, Cane, Mahogany

A Nineteenth Century William IV Oak and Leather Library Bergere
A Nineteenth Century William IV Oak and Leather Library Bergere

A Nineteenth Century William IV Oak and Leather Library Bergere

Located in London, GB

England, circa 1840. A William IV period oak library bergère, the scrolling top rail carved with

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Antique Mid-19th Century English William IV Bergere Chairs

Materials

Leather, Oak

Pair Antique French Louis XV Painted Wingback Armchairs ~ Bergeres
Pair Antique French Louis XV Painted Wingback Armchairs ~ Bergeres

Pair Antique French Louis XV Painted Wingback Armchairs ~ Bergeres

Located in Dallas, TX

Pair Antique French Louis XV Painted Wingback Armchairs ~ Bergeres feature graceful naturalistic

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Mid-20th Century French Louis XV Bergere Chairs

Materials

Linen, Hardwood

Gray Indoor Bergere by Gervasoni with painted wooden base and cushions
Gray Indoor Bergere by Gervasoni with painted wooden base and cushions

Gray Indoor Bergere by Gervasoni with painted wooden base and cushions

By Gervasoni, Paola Navone

Located in Carson, CA

Gray Bergere armchair by Paola Navone The GRAY 06 bergère has a curved design that evokes the

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mid-Century Modern Bergere Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Oak

Rare Victorian Antique Bergere Library Swivel Armchair with Leather Seat
Rare Victorian Antique Bergere Library Swivel Armchair with Leather Seat

Rare Victorian Antique Bergere Library Swivel Armchair with Leather Seat

Located in Reading, Berkshire

An elegant and rare, Early Victorian antique Bergere library, office, desk, swivel armchair with

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Antique Mid-19th Century English Early Victorian Bergere Chairs

Materials

Wrought Iron

1960s Italian Bergere Chair With French Styling - Pink W/ Giltwood Accents
1960s Italian Bergere Chair With French Styling - Pink W/ Giltwood Accents

1960s Italian Bergere Chair With French Styling - Pink W/ Giltwood Accents

Located in Kennesaw, GA

This is a fun Italian bergere chairs with French styling. The frames appear is pink with gilt

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Mid-20th Century Italian French Provincial Bergere Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Poplar

French Louis XVI Style Giltwood Bergère Chairs - Set of 2
French Louis XVI Style Giltwood Bergère Chairs - Set of 2

French Louis XVI Style Giltwood Bergère Chairs - Set of 2

Located in Lake Worth, FL

estate fine furniture acquisitions of A Set of 2 French Louis XVI Style Giltwood Bergère Chairs. Seats

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Mid-20th Century Louis XVI Bergere Chairs

Materials

Cotton, Giltwood

Fine Pair of Painted Bergeres in French Linen, 19th Century
Fine Pair of Painted Bergeres in French Linen, 19th Century

Fine Pair of Painted Bergeres in French Linen, 19th Century

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Pair of bergeres, having a painted frame with natural wear to finish; each bowed gadrooned

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Antique Mid-19th Century French Louis XVI Bergere Chairs

Materials

Wood

Antique 18th Century French Gilded Bergere Armchair with Stud & Floral Detailing
Antique 18th Century French Gilded Bergere Armchair with Stud & Floral Detailing

Antique 18th Century French Gilded Bergere Armchair with Stud & Floral Detailing

Located in Reading, Berkshire

Wonderful Antique 18th century French gilded Bergere armchair with stud detailing. Silk Damask

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Antique Mid-18th Century French Louis XV Bergere Chairs

Materials

Brass

French Louis XV Style Carved Shell & Painted Caned Bergere Chairs -Pair
French Louis XV Style Carved Shell & Painted Caned Bergere Chairs -Pair

French Louis XV Style Carved Shell & Painted Caned Bergere Chairs -Pair

Located in Kennesaw, GA

This is a lovely pair of French Louis XV style caned bergere chairs with vintage check upholstery

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Mid-20th Century American Louis XV Bergere Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Oak, Down

19th Century French Hand-Carved Louis XVI Style Bergère à Oreilles
19th Century French Hand-Carved Louis XVI Style Bergère à Oreilles

19th Century French Hand-Carved Louis XVI Style Bergère à Oreilles

Located in Sofia, BG

Antique French Louis XVI style Bergère à Oreilles, circa 1860, featuring wonderful hand-carved

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Antique Mid-19th Century French Louis XVI Bergere Chairs

Materials

Walnut

1940s French Neo-Classical Style Carved Bergere Chair W/ Red Leather
1940s French Neo-Classical Style Carved Bergere Chair W/ Red Leather

1940s French Neo-Classical Style Carved Bergere Chair W/ Red Leather

Located in Kennesaw, GA

This handsome chair dates approximately to the 1940s. It has French styling but I believe it to be American. The ebonized details with the wonderfully patinated ochre backdrop just e...

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Mid-20th Century American Neoclassical Bergere Chairs

Materials

Wood

French Country Louis XV Style Lavender Grey Upholstery Bergere Chair, a Pair
French Country Louis XV Style Lavender Grey Upholstery Bergere Chair, a Pair

French Country Louis XV Style Lavender Grey Upholstery Bergere Chair, a Pair

Located in Plainview, NY

This elegant pair of French country Louis XV-style bergère chairs evokes a timeless sophistication

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Mid-20th Century French Louis XV Bergere Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

Pair of French Custom Louis XVI Style Carved Bergere, Office or Armchairs
Pair of French Custom Louis XVI Style Carved Bergere, Office or Armchairs

Pair of French Custom Louis XVI Style Carved Bergere, Office or Armchairs

Located in Stamford, CT

A fine pair of French custom Louis XVI style carved bergere or armchairs each in a nice fabric with

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Mid-20th Century French Neoclassical Bergere Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Pair of Blu Velvet Gio Ponti Bergere Wingback Armchairs by ISA, 1950
Pair of Blu Velvet Gio Ponti Bergere Wingback Armchairs by ISA, 1950

Pair of Blu Velvet Gio Ponti Bergere Wingback Armchairs by ISA, 1950

By Arredamenti ISA, Gio Ponti

Located in Rome, IT

Pair of blu velvet GIO PONTI bergere armchair, manufactured by ISA Arredamenti Bergamo, circa 1950

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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Bergere Chairs

Materials

Brass

A Pair of 19th C Louis XVI Style Carved Frame Bergères
A Pair of 19th C Louis XVI Style Carved Frame Bergères

A Pair of 19th C Louis XVI Style Carved Frame Bergères

Located in London, GB

craftsmanship and elegance of mid-19th-century design. Each chair has been newly upholstered in antique French

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Antique 1850s French Bergere Chairs

Materials

Linen, Wood

19th Century Louis XV Style Walnut Framed Pair French Bergères / Armchairs
19th Century Louis XV Style Walnut Framed Pair French Bergères / Armchairs

19th Century Louis XV Style Walnut Framed Pair French Bergères / Armchairs

Located in Tarry Town, NY

Immerse yourself in the opulence of our exquisite mid 19th-century French Louis XV parcel gilt

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Vintage 1950s French Louis XV Bergere Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Wood, Walnut

Pair French 19th/20th Century Louis XV-XVI Style Bergère Armchairs, Attr. Jansen
Pair French 19th/20th Century Louis XV-XVI Style Bergère Armchairs, Attr. Jansen

Pair French 19th/20th Century Louis XV-XVI Style Bergère Armchairs, Attr. Jansen

By Maison Jansen

Located in Los Angeles, CA

A Fine Pair of French 19th/20th Century Louis XV-XVI Style 'Belle Époque' Giltwood Carved Bergères

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Antique Early 1900s French Belle Époque Bergere Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Giltwood

Bergère Lounge Chair and Ottoman in Rosewood by Jorge Zalszupin, Brazil 1950s
Bergère Lounge Chair and Ottoman in Rosewood by Jorge Zalszupin, Brazil 1950s

Bergère Lounge Chair and Ottoman in Rosewood by Jorge Zalszupin, Brazil 1950s

By Jorge Zalszupin

Located in New York, NY

furniture at mid-century. Zalszupin—trained in Europe and deeply engaged with international modernism

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20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Leather, Mohair, Hardwood

Fantastic Russian Neoclassical Gilded Birch Bergere Chair
Fantastic Russian Neoclassical Gilded Birch Bergere Chair

Fantastic Russian Neoclassical Gilded Birch Bergere Chair

Located in Swedesboro, NJ

into antique, Hollywood Regency, and even mid-century modern interiors. A striking statement piece, it

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Early 2000s Russian Neoclassical Revival Armchairs

Materials

Birch

Pair of Solid Oak French Louis XV Hand Carved Armchairs Bergere Chairs
Pair of Solid Oak French Louis XV Hand Carved Armchairs Bergere Chairs

Pair of Solid Oak French Louis XV Hand Carved Armchairs Bergere Chairs

Located in Swedesboro, NJ

Regency, or mid-century modern décor schemes, making them a versatile investment for any collector or

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Vintage 1970s French Louis XV Armchairs

Materials

Oak

Pair Of Vintage Fauteuil Armchairs
Pair Of Vintage Fauteuil Armchairs

Pair Of Vintage Fauteuil Armchairs

Located in Bridgeport, CT

Pair of fauteuil armchairs upholstered in a white pique type fabric with purple and green needlepoint style medallions. The chairs with manchettes, green gingham backs and double pip...

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Mid-20th Century Louis XV Bergere Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Louis XVI Carved Mahogany and Upholstered Fauteuil
Louis XVI Carved Mahogany and Upholstered Fauteuil

Louis XVI Carved Mahogany and Upholstered Fauteuil

Located in Germantown, MD

A Mid 20th Century Louis XVI Style Mahogany and Upholstered Fauteuil. Measures 26.5" in width, 30

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Mid-20th Century American Louis XVI Bergere Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Walnut

Louis XVI Style Fruitwood, Needlepoint Upholstered Seat And Caned Back Fauteuil
Louis XVI Style Fruitwood, Needlepoint Upholstered Seat And Caned Back Fauteuil

Louis XVI Style Fruitwood, Needlepoint Upholstered Seat And Caned Back Fauteuil

Located in Germantown, MD

A Louis XVI Style Fruitwood, Needlepoint Upholstered Seat And Caned Back Fauteuil / Bergere Chair

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Mid-20th Century Unknown Louis XVI Bergere Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Cane, Fruitwood

Pair Louis XV Fruitwood Brass Nailed Leather Upholstered Cane Back Armchairs
Pair Louis XV Fruitwood Brass Nailed Leather Upholstered Cane Back Armchairs

Pair Louis XV Fruitwood Brass Nailed Leather Upholstered Cane Back Armchairs

Located in Germantown, MD

Pair of Louis XV Style Fruitwood Brass Nail Studded Leather Upholstered Cane Back Armchairs. Very good vintage condition. Some fading on Stinciled gold trim and silver trims. Measu...

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Mid-20th Century American Louis XV Bergere Chairs

Materials

Brass

Pair Of Fine Quality Carved Walnut Fauteuils
Pair Of Fine Quality Carved Walnut Fauteuils

Pair Of Fine Quality Carved Walnut Fauteuils

Located in Bridgeport, CT

The elegant Louis XV style armchair with a carved and scrolled crest rail with open cartouche in the center. The sloping arms with scrolls and the ends with carved acanthus leaves. R...

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Mid-20th Century Louis XV Bergere Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Walnut

Louis XV Style Fruitwood And Needlepoint Upholstered Fauteuil
Louis XV Style Fruitwood And Needlepoint Upholstered Fauteuil

Louis XV Style Fruitwood And Needlepoint Upholstered Fauteuil

Located in Germantown, MD

A Louis XV Style Fruitwood And Needlepoint Upholstered Fauteuil. Measures Meaures 23.5" in with x 25" in depth x 34" in height x 18" Seat Height x 26.75" Arm Height x 21" Seat interi...

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Mid-20th Century Unknown Louis XVI Bergere Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Cane, Fruitwood

Biedermeier Square Back Birch Armchair
Biedermeier Square Back Birch Armchair

Biedermeier Square Back Birch Armchair

Located in Queens, NY

Swedish Biedermeier square back birch bergere armchair, having a woven upholstery of blues, browns

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Antique Mid-19th Century Swedish Biedermeier Bergere Chairs

Materials

Birch

1950s blue velvet armchair
1950s blue velvet armchair

1950s blue velvet armchair

Located in SAN PIETRO MOSEZZO, NO

Elegantissima poltrona bergère degli anni '50 in velluto blu. Piedini in ottone e completamente

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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Bergere Chairs

Materials

Brass

Jansen Style, Louis XVI, French Armchair, Ivory Painted Wood, Silk, 1930s
Jansen Style, Louis XVI, French Armchair, Ivory Painted Wood, Silk, 1930s

Jansen Style, Louis XVI, French Armchair, Ivory Painted Wood, Silk, 1930s

By Maison Jansen

Located in Stamford, CT

French Louis XVI style bergère, arm or wingback chair in a fine silk velvet upholstery attributed

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Mid-20th Century French Louis XVI Bergere Chairs

Materials

Velvet, Wood

Vintage Upholstered Lounge Chairs, 2 Available
Vintage Upholstered Lounge Chairs, 2 Available

Vintage Upholstered Lounge Chairs, 2 Available

Located in Sheffield, MA

Pair of Upholstered Arm Chairs, sold individually. Super comfortable and attractive. Solid construction. Although the fabric is amazing it will need to be recovered as they do show...

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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Bergere Chairs

Materials

Upholstery

Hand-carved Italian Berege Chairs in Natural Linen
Hand-carved Italian Berege Chairs in Natural Linen

Hand-carved Italian Berege Chairs in Natural Linen

Located in Malibu, CA

Stunning hand-carved Bergère chairs made in Italy from seasoned European hardwood. Hand painted

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Mid-20th Century Italian French Provincial Bergere Chairs

Materials

Beech, Linen

Chesterfield Black Leather Armchair from the 1950s, Western Europe.
Chesterfield Black Leather Armchair from the 1950s, Western Europe.

Chesterfield Black Leather Armchair from the 1950s, Western Europe.

Located in Miami, FL

Chesterfield armchair from the 1950s, Western Europe. Height to the arms : 16.53in

Category

Mid-20th Century Chesterfield Bergere Chairs

Materials

Leather, Walnut

Vintage Regency Swag Print Fauteuil - A Pair
Vintage Regency Swag Print Fauteuil - A Pair

Vintage Regency Swag Print Fauteuil - A Pair

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Add a touch of timeless elegance to your interior with this stunning pair of vintage Regency-style fauteuil armchairs. Featuring gracefully curved frames with classic carved details,...

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Mid-20th Century American Hollywood Regency Bergere Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

French Louis XV Rococo Giltwood Fauteuil Oversized Armchairs - a Pair
French Louis XV Rococo Giltwood Fauteuil Oversized Armchairs - a Pair

French Louis XV Rococo Giltwood Fauteuil Oversized Armchairs - a Pair

Located in Lake Worth, FL

For FULL item description click on More Details below. Shipping Quote Information The shipping quote stated in the listing was from 1st Dibs and they normally set all the costs and ...

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Mid-20th Century Rococo Bergere Chairs

Materials

Cotton

19th C. French Louis XV Style Mahogany and Needlepoint Tapestry Fauteuils, Pair
19th C. French Louis XV Style Mahogany and Needlepoint Tapestry Fauteuils, Pair

19th C. French Louis XV Style Mahogany and Needlepoint Tapestry Fauteuils, Pair

Located in Germantown, MD

setting; 19th century. Measures 28" in width, 28" in depth, 39" in height. Seat height is 16". Arm height

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Antique Mid-19th Century American Louis XVI Bergere Chairs

Materials

Tapestry, Upholstery, Walnut

Victorian Military Campaign Folding Faux Bamboo Embroidered Safari Cane Chair
Victorian Military Campaign Folding Faux Bamboo Embroidered Safari Cane Chair

Victorian Military Campaign Folding Faux Bamboo Embroidered Safari Cane Chair

Located in Reading, Berkshire

A delicate slice of Victorian Military Campaign. A folding Chair of Faux Bamboo, with an Embroidered Canvas Seat Rear Finished With Brown Leather Sling Arms On A Turned Beechwood Fra...

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Antique Mid-19th Century British British Colonial Bergere Chairs

Materials

Brass

Pair of Armchairs, Melchiorre Bega Style, 1950s
Pair of Armchairs, Melchiorre Bega Style, 1950s

Pair of Armchairs, Melchiorre Bega Style, 1950s

By Melchiorre Bega

Located in Palermo, PA

Pair of armchairs, Melchiorre Bega (in the style of), Italian production from the 1950s. Wood and fabric. Excellent condition, no defects (see photos). Dimensions: H: 95cm; D:...

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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Bergere Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

James Shoolbred Victorian Antique Cane & Birch Low Library Chair On Castors
James Shoolbred Victorian Antique Cane & Birch Low Library Chair On Castors

James Shoolbred Victorian Antique Cane & Birch Low Library Chair On Castors

By James Shoolbred

Located in Reading, Berkshire

from the 1870s until the early 20th century. From the mid 1880s they held a Royal Warrant.

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Antique 19th Century British Victorian Bergere Chairs

Materials

Brass

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Midcentury Bergere For Sale on 1stDibs

At 1stDibs, there are many versions of the ideal midcentury bergere for your home. A midcentury bergere — often made from wood, fabric and upholstery — can elevate any home. There are many kinds of the midcentury bergere you’re looking for, from those produced as long ago as the 18th Century to those made as recently as the 21st Century. A midcentury bergere, designed in the Louis XV, Mid-Century Modern or Louis XVI style, is generally a popular piece of furniture. Many designers have produced at least one well-made midcentury bergere over the years, but those crafted by Baker Furniture Company, Rud Rasmussen and Kaare Klint are often thought to be among the most beautiful.

How Much is a Midcentury Bergere?

The average selling price for a midcentury bergere at 1stDibs is $3,800, while they’re typically $145 on the low end and $38,644 for the highest priced.

Finding the Right Seating for You

With entire areas of our homes reserved for “sitting rooms,” the value of quality antique and vintage seating cannot be overstated.

Fortunately, the design of side chairs, armchairs and other lounge furniture — since what were, quite literally, the early perches of our ancestors — has evolved considerably.

Among the earliest standard seating furniture were stools. Egyptian stools, for example, designed for one person with no seat back, were x-shaped and typically folded to be tucked away. These rudimentary chairs informed the design of Greek and Roman stools, all of which were a long way from Sori Yanagi's Butterfly stool or Alvar Aalto's Stool 60. In the 18th century and earlier, seats with backs and armrests were largely reserved for high nobility.

The seating of today is more inclusive but the style and placement of chairs can still make a statement. Antique desk chairs and armchairs designed in the style of Louis XV, which eventually included painted furniture and were often made of rare woods, feature prominently curved legs as well as Chinese themes and varied ornaments. Much like the thrones of fairy tales and the regency, elegant lounges crafted in the Louis XV style convey wealth and prestige. In the kitchen, the dining chair placed at the head of the table is typically reserved for the head of the household or a revered guest.

Of course, with luxurious vintage or antique furnishings, every chair can seem like the best seat in the house. Whether your preference is stretching out on a plush sofa, such as the Serpentine, designed by Vladimir Kagan, or cozying up in a vintage wingback chair, there is likely to be a comfy classic or contemporary gem for you on 1stDibs.

With respect to the latest obsessions in design, cane seating has been cropping up everywhere, from sleek armchairs to lounge chairs, while bouclé fabric, a staple of modern furniture design, can be seen in mid-century modern, Scandinavian modern and Hollywood Regency furniture styles.

Admirers of the sophisticated craftsmanship and dark woods frequently associated with mid-century modern seating can find timeless furnishings in our expansive collection of lounge chairs, dining chairs and other items — whether they’re vintage editions or alluring official reproductions of iconic designs from the likes of Hans Wegner or from Charles and Ray Eames. Shop our inventory of Egg chairs, designed in 1958 by Arne Jacobsen, the Florence Knoll lounge chair and more.

No matter your style, the collection of unique chairs, sofas and other seating on 1stDibs is surely worthy of a standing ovation.