The Dutch-born Jean-Henri Jansen (1854–1928) was only in his mid-20s when he set up his Parisian design business in 1880. By the time he died, Maison Jansen had become the world’s first international decorating firm. Today, it is still regarded as one of the most notable firms and period furniture manufacturers in history, with its vintage floor lamps, tables, dressers and other furnishings remaining in demand.
Maison Jansen initially came to international prominence in 1883 when the young Jean-Henri Jansen traveled to Amsterdam to participate in the International Colonial Exposition, an event that featured presentations by 28 different nations and was attended by over a million visitors. There he exhibited as part of the French pavilion and won the silver medal. This led to two prominent new clients: King William III of the Netherlands and King Alfonso XII of Spain.
Next was King Leopold II of Belgium for the interiors of the Château du Laeken, as well as commissions for Egypt’s King Farouk and Great Britain’s King Edward VII. Thanks to his participation in global expositions and fairs, Jansen expanded the renown of the firm so that its studios would reign in such major cities as London, New York, Buenos Aires, Cairo and many more.
Jansen was not only sought after for his taste but also for his custom period-inspired pieces. For example, in the Count and Countess de Revilla de Camargo’s Havana mansion, Jansen designed Louis XV–style furniture crafted from Cuban mahogany, enhancing Maison Jansen’s reputation as an expert maker. His custom furniture business was so successful that by 1900 he had opened his own atelier and employed around 700 artisans.
In the 1960s, the firm, then led by Stéphane Boudin, worked with Jacqueline Kennedy on the refurbishment of rooms in the White House, including such spaces as the Queens’ Sitting Room, which featured bright blue fabric and neoclassical details. In the 1970s, legendary French actor Alain Delon brought his sense of style to bear on the world of furniture design, when he created a series of pieces for Maison Jansen.
Maison Jansen continued to produce furniture designs through the 20th century, responding to shifting tastes from Art Nouveau to Modern Regency. The atelier and studio officially closed its doors in 1989.
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Maison Jansen Black Leather Daybed with Gilded Foliate Design
By Maison Jansen
Located in Chicago, IL
Early 20th Century Maison Jansen daybed features a squared headboard and footboard on a scrolling base veneered in figured wood. The piece is adorned wit...
Leather, Upholstery, Giltwood
Maison Regain Daybed in Solid Elm
By Maison Regain
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Maison Regain, daybed, solid elm, fabric, France, 1980s. A Maison Regain daybed, whose structure is composed primarily of solid elm, imparts a sense of warmth and organic texture to...
Fabric, Elm
$7,750
H 29.93 in W 76.38 in D 31.5 in
Johannes Spalt 'Constanze' Sofa Daybed in Black Leather and Steel
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Johannes Spalt for Wittmann, sofa or daybed, leather, chrome-plated steel, Austria, 1960s. This mid-century modern sofa is designed by the acclaimed Austrian furniture designer Johannes Spalt. The design is characterized by a solid construction based on sharp lines and angular shapes noticeable in the body of the seat and the chromed steel base, underlining the clear structured design. The metal legs elevate the seat in a graceful way, which establish an open and more transparent look to the whole unit. The tufted seat with buttons is upholstered in black leather. As outcome, this creates more visual interest and adds a graphical touch to the quite simplistic design. By only one hand movement the 'Constance' transforms from a comfortable sofa to daybed. A very elegant and also nifty technique. Johannes Spalt (1920-2010) was a postwar Austrian architect. In 1952 he founded the collective "Arbeitsgruppe 4" together with Wilhelm Holzbauer, Friedrich Kurrent and Otto Leitner. Their ideas and designs are still a great example of Austrian architecture...
Steel, Chrome
Vintage Lounge daybed in black leather by Mobel Italia - Italy
By Mobel Italia
Located in Buggenhout, Oost-Vlaanderen
Ultra comfortable daybed in its original black leather. First owner - very good vintage condition. Dimensions : W 160 x D 67 x H 80 cm
Leather
$12,000
H 19 in W 37.5 in D 87 in
Christian Liaigre Padd Daybed with Leather Upholstery, Modern Design
By Christian Liaigre
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Presenting a truly fantastic leather daybed designed by Christian Liaigre for Holly Hunt. Tightly upholstered bed suspended between two Satin Ebonized metal bases. Includes two remov...
Leather
$16,000
H 29.34 in W 35.44 in D 94.49 in
Mario Bellini "Le Bambole" Daybed for B&B Italia, Black Leather, 1972
By Mario Bellini, B&B Italia
Located in Lonigo, Veneto
Mario Bellini "Le Bambole" Daybed for B&B Italia with shearling topper, leather, Italy, 1972 Mario Bellini conceived "Le Bambole" for B&B Italia in 1972 as a direct challenge to the...
Fur, Leather
$10,320 / item
+ 7 moreH 11.75 in W 76.38 in D 33 in
Daybed in Walnut and Leather Designed by Craig Bassam
By BassamFellows
Located in Ridgefield, CT
For many who’ve encountered it or been lucky enough to recline upon it, the BassamFellows Daybed is more than a piece of furniture - it’s an obsession. While a sofa is made to accomm...
Leather, Wood
$9,450
H 18.25 in W 78.5 in D 31.75 in
Kurt Østervig Model 311 Re-Issue Black Tufted Leather Daybed with Oak Frame
By Matzform, Kurt Østervig
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Kurt Østervig's Model 311 daybed pairs a solid oak frame with a thin tufted black leather cushion in a composition that is restrained and precise. The frame holds a distinctive asymm...
Leather, Oak
$3,710Sale Price|25% Off
H 50.4 in W 76.78 in D 44.89 in
Elegant Black Lacquer Swedish Empire Daybed Decorated with Caryatids
Located in Brussels, BE
Black lacquered Swedish daybed covered with a black canvas. Beautiful carved women heads, with gold accents, inspired by antiquity at the head of the bed....
Mahogany
Guillerme and Chambron, Rare Daybed for Votre Maison", 1960.
By Votre Maison, Robert Guillerme, Guillerme et Chambron
Located in Paris, FR
Guillerme et Chambron, Rare Daybed in Oak from the French company "Votre Maison". France, Circa 1960. Here is a lovely daybed by French creator duo Robert Guillerme and Jacques Cham...
Fabric, Wool, Bouclé, Upholstery, Oak
$10,320 / item
+ 7 moreH 11.75 in W 76.38 in D 33 in
Daybed in Walnut Black Oil and Leather Designed by Craig Bassam
By BassamFellows
Located in Ridgefield, CT
For many who’ve encountered it or been lucky enough to recline upon it, the BassamFellows Daybed is more than a piece of furniture, it’s an obsession. While a sofa is made to accommo...
Leather, Wood
$12,000
H 35 in W 59 in D 32 in
Maison Jansen Hollywood Regency Swan Bench / Daybed, Hand Carved, Distressed
By Maison Jansen
Located in Stamford, CT
Maison Jansen Hollywood Regency Swan Bench / Daybed, Hand Carved, Distressed Very unique French bench or daybed attributed to Maison Jansen ha...
Textile, Wood
$9,620 / item
+ 7 moreH 11.75 in W 76.38 in D 33 in
Daybed in White Ash and Leather Designed by Craig Bassam
By BassamFellows
Located in Ridgefield, CT
For many who’ve encountered it or been lucky enough to recline upon it, the BassamFellows Daybed is more than a piece of furniture, it’s an obsession. While a sofa is made to accommo...
Leather, Wood
Sold
H 40 in W 86 in D 38 in
Maison Jansen Brass and Brushed Nickel Neoclassical Daybed, circa 1960s, Italy
By Maison Jansen
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This gorgeous Neoclassical styled daybed is by Maison Jansen and features a brushed nickel frame with brass accents and detailing. Elegantly constructed frame with swooping side rail...
Brass, Nickel
Maison Jansen Brass and Brushed Nickel Daybed, circa 1960s, Italy
By Maison Jansen
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Gleaming Maison Jansen brushed nickel daybed with beautiful brass accents. Featuring an elegantly constructed frame with swooping side rails and elevated identical head and foot boar...
Brass, Nickel
Neoclassical Daybed by Maison Jansen
By Maison Jansen
Located in Atlanta, GA
Neoclassical campaign style daybed, designed by Maison Jansen, circa 1970s. It is executed in steel with bronze fittings. Another example, from the collection of Reed Krakoff, creati...
Steel
Maison Jansen Brass and Brushed Nickel Daybed, circa 1960s
By Maison Jansen
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Gleaming Maison Jansen brushed nickel daybed with beautiful brass accents. Featuring an elegantly constructed frame with swooping side rails and elevated identical head and foot boar...
Brass, Nickel
Jansen Louis XV Style Painted Daybed
By Maison Jansen
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
Daybed has a distressed cream painted frame with green upholstery.
Rare 1930s Stamped Maison Jansen Leather Daybed
By Maison Jansen
Located in Chicago, IL
Extremely rare French Maison Jansen (signed) daybed, circa 1930s. Made for the Argentine market during a time when Argentina was extremely wealthy. Newly reupholstered in black Itali...
Brass
Black Leather Jansen Daybed
By Maison Jansen
Located in New York, NY
Black leather Jansen daybed with nailhead trim and original upholstery. From Argentina.
Leather, Wood
Maison Jansen Window Bench or Daybed in the Louis XV Style
By Maison Jansen
Located in Stamford, CT
Maison Jansen window bench or daybed in the Louis XV style. This finely carved window bench is in its original finish. The wonderfully carved Louis XV style legs and apron supporting...