By the start of the late 19th century, Maison Krieger was one of the largest furniture manufacturers in Paris, renowned throughout France and Europe for their quality workmanship and range of furnishings and decor.
The company was founded in 1826 by Bas-Rhin-born brothers Nicolas and Antoine Krieger, who distinguished themselves by producing exceptional reproductions of Empire furniture as well as luxury 18th-century furniture including in the styles of Louis XV and Louis XVI.
Working with marble, mahogany, gilt and bronze, Maison Krieger produced elaborate cabinets and buffets, magnificently handcrafted consoles, center tables, chairs and other pieces. The firm also collaborated with master ébéniste François Linke, and the Maison Krieger label can be found on some of Linke’s works.
Throughout the mid to late 19th century, Maison Krieger underwent several transformations. In 1850, the company was renamed Antoine Krieger et Cie. Following Antoine’s death in 1856, his son-in-law took charge, changing the firm’s name to Cosse-Racault et Cie. Several years later, in 1880, the company became Krieger, Damon et Cie when it merged with furniture manufacturer Damon et Colin.
Despite their multiple reformations, Maison Krieger’s reputation for designing and producing elegant furniture never wavered, and they garnered critical acclaim at several major exhibitions of the 19th century.
In 1849, the firm exhibited at the Exposition des Produits de l’Industrie in Paris. They participated in the Great Exhibition in London two years later, winning a second-class medal for an oak sideboard they made for a client from the Ottoman Empire. In 1855, they exhibited at the Exposition Universelle in Paris and again in 1900.
By the 1920s and 1930s, Maison Krieger had up to 1,000 employees working in their massive workshops in Faubourg St. Antoine. However, the company ceased production in 1945.
Today, Maison Krieger furniture continues to be highly coveted by antique collectors and connoisseurs of 18th-century reproductions and 19th-century pieces.
On 1stDibs, discover a range of antique Antoine Krieger storage cabinets, tables and other furniture.
A fine pair of 19th century French Louis XVI gilt carved bergeres by A. Krieger
By Antoine Krieger
Located in Dallas, TX
A very fine and rare pair of late 19th century French Louis XVI gilt carved bergeres. By A. Krieger. Beautiful gilding covered in a silk damask. One arm side has a rip in the material.
Giltwood
$1,071Sale Price|50% Off
H 33.86 in W 24.41 in D 23.63 in
19th Century French Carved Louis XVI Bergere in Yellow Velvet Upholstery
Located in Sofia, BG
19th century bergere in yellow velvet and carved frame in Louis XVI style. France, circa 1880 Perfect condition.
Velvet
French 19th Century Louis XVI Bergere Chairs - Set of 2
Located in Carmine, TX
Elegant pair of 19th-century French Louis XVI bergère armchairs, crafted in carved painted walnut with fluted legs and finely detailed neoclassical motifs. Upholstered in a rich blue...
Fabric, Upholstery, Walnut, Paint
18th Century Signed French Louis XVI Carved Bergère Chair
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
Dimensions - H: 37 3/4 in W: 25 1/4 in D: 24 in SH: 19 in An exceptional 18th century French Louis XVI carved bergère chair, finely crafted and signed by a distinguished Parisian m...
Upholstery, Wood
$24,850 / set
H 41.88 in W 24.25 in D 31.25 in
Fine Pair of French 19th-20th Century Louis XVI Style Giltwood Carved Armchairs
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A fine pair of French 19th-20th century Louis XVI style giltwood carved bergères, the recently upholstered and restored armchairs with a padded back, sides and loose cushion seat in ...
Fabric, Giltwood
$2,800Sale Price|22% Off
H 38 in W 29 in D 28 in
French Louis XVI Style Bergère Armchair Upholstered Green Velvet, 19th Century
Located in Montreal, Quebec
French Louis XVI style bergère armchair upholstered in sage green velvet, 19th century Deep and comfortable, Classic French ch...
Velvet, Wood
19th Century French Louis XVI Giltwood Bergere
Located in Houston, TX
19th Century French Louis XVI Giltwood Bergere. Offered antique French gilt wood chair or Bergere has great lines and patina. Sturdy, comfortable and ready for the fabric of your cho...
Giltwood
$5,625 / set
H 43 in W 25.5 in D 24 in
Wonderful Pair of Late 19th Century Louis XVI Style Carved Wood Bergères
Located in Long Island City, NY
A Nice Pair of Late 19th Century Louis XV Style Carved Wood Bergères High backs and wide seats with hand carved designed frames. Details: Height – 43 inches / 109cm Width – 25.5 in...
Fabric, Wood
$1,495 / set
H 36.25 in W 24.25 in D 21 in
Pair of Late 19th Century French Louis XVI Style Hand Carved Walnut Armchairs
Located in Fayetteville, AR
This pair of late nineteenth century Louis XVI style hand carved walnut armchairs features a central knotted ribbon at the top of the seat back and acanthus leaf finials. The chairs ...
Upholstery, Walnut
$2,980 / set
H 43.31 in W 25.99 in D 26.38 in
Pair of Louis XVI Style Bergères à Oreilles, 19th Century
Located in LA CIOTAT, FR
This elegant pair of French bergères dates from the 19th century and reflects the timeless sophistication of the Louis XVI style. Crafted in finely carved walnut, the frames feature ...
Walnut
$2,950
H 40.5 in W 27.25 in D 26 in
French Louis XVI Style 19th Century Walnut Bergère à Oreilles with Carved Roses
Located in Atlanta, GA
A French Louis XVI style walnut bergère wingback armchair from the 19th century with carved twisted ribbon, roses and foliage motifs. This French Louis XVI style walnut bergère wingb...
Upholstery, Walnut
19th Century French Louis XVI-Style Hand-Carved Bergere Chairs
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
This pair of French Louis XVI-style bergeres are in wonderful condition for their 19th century age. The sheltering, wing-back style frames hand carved with a twisted ribbon border, a...
Fabric, Textile, Wood, Down, Paint
19Th Century French Louis XVI Style Carved Walnut Bergere Chair
Located in Dallas, TX
A large 19th century French carved walnut Bergere armchair in the Louis XVI style. This beautifully carved bergere has rams heads carved flowers, gadrooning and round tapering flute...
Walnut