Furniture and decor created in the Louis XV and Louis XVI styles may have been Maison Mercier Frères’s specialty, but the leading 19th-century firm also earned the patronage of European courts and of Eastern royalty for its elegant custom furniture. In subsequent decades, the Maison also explored the Art Nouveau and Art Deco styles, retaining its wealthy clientele and gaining loyalty among newcomers to the historic manufacturer.
Providing the Spanish crown, the Persian royal family and much of Europe’s royalty with the highest quality furniture was a main source of revenue for Maison Mercier Frères throughout the 19th century. Founded by Claude Mercier, Maison Mercier Frères participated in major French exhibitions, including the 1844 and 1849 Exposition des produits de l’industrie française and the Universal Expositions in 1867 and 1900.
While it primarily operated out of a manufacturing location on rue Saint-Antoine in Paris, Maison Mercier Frères also established a joint factory in Lyon in 1913 called Mercier & Chaleyssin. A later branch opened in Buenos Aires, Argentina, in 1914, with another on 59th Street in New York City in 1927. Despite its popularity, a well-placed store on the Champs-Élysées and worldwide branches, the company closed in 1985, leaving behind a treasure trove of expertly made vintage and antique furniture.
On 1stDibs, find a collection of Maison Mercier Frères tables, case pieces, decorative objects and more.
French Art Deco Lounge Chairs by Eric Bagge for Mercier Frères, Macassar, 1920s
By Eric Bagge, Mercier Freres
Located in Detroit, MI
This stunning pair of antique French Art Deco armchairs by Eric Bagge (French, 1890-1978) for Mercier Frères are circa 1928. The lounge chairs feature a distinctively elegant design ...
Mohair, Wood, Ebony, Macassar
Macassar French Art Deco Style Lounge Chair by A. Rudin
Located in Atlanta, GA
Clean Lined French Art Deco Style Macassar Wood Lounge Chair, made by A. Rudin, American, circa 2000s. Based on a Jean Michel Frank design and hand made by A. Rudin in Los Angeles, t...
Upholstery, Rosewood
French Art Deco Lounge Chair
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Pair of lounge chairs, walnut, faux leather, France, 1930s These beautifully designed lounge chairs are created in one of the most influential periods for the arts namely the Art De...
Faux Leather, Walnut
Set of Four Art Deco Armchairs, France, 1920s-1930s
Located in Isle Sur La Sorgue, Vaucluse
A lovely and unusual set of four large Art Deco period armchairs, upholstered in beige velvet, with embroidered detailing on the backs. They have deep seats and tall backs. The...
Danish Carved Lounge Chair in Green Velvet, 1920s.
Located in Asaa, DK
Danish Carved Lounge Chair in Green Velvet, 1920s. A rare and gorgeous antique armchair in a rich dark green velour. Jacquard woven seat with floral motifs. Wide scalloped back and ...
Velvet, Oak
$5,800 / set
H 32.8 in W 24.5 in D 28 in
Swedish Designer, Lounge Chairs, Birch, Fabric, Sweden, 1920s
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of birch and off-white fabric lounge chairs designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1920s. Seat Height (inches): 18" Arm Height (inches): 27.19" All items ship from High Point,...
Fabric, Birch
$4,200 / set
H 39 in W 28.5 in D 27 in
Louis XVI Style, Beige Fabric, Mahogany, Lounge Chairs, France, 1920s
Located in Stamford, CT
Louis XVI Style, Beige Fabric, Mahogany, Bergere Chairs, France, 1920s Pair of Jansen style Fauteuils or armchairs each having the Louis XVI form with sculptured velvet fabric The p...
Fabric, Wood
$1,722Sale Price|40% Off
H 38.5 in W 65 in D 28.25 in
French Art Deco Rattan Lounge Chair / Recliner / Chaise Longue, 1920
Located in New York, NY
Authentic French Art Deco Chaise Lounge in Bamboo and Rattan circa 1920 with rattan woven in a cubist form and presenting a chic, slender profil...
Bamboo, Rattan
Art Deco Lounge Chair
Located in Houston, TX
Voluminous Art Deco lounge chair, newly reupholstered in a beautiful blue mohair. This is an extremely comfortable chair, with a very sculptural presence. The chair has simple wood b...
Fabric
Pair 1940s French Art Deco Lounge Chairs
Located in New York, NY
Pair of 1940s French Art Deco lounge or club chairs. The chairs have an Amboyna wood frame and are nicely upholstered.
Amboyna, Upholstery
Swedish Designer, Lounge Chairs, Birch, Velvet, Sweden, 1920s
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of birch and grey velvet lounge chairs designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1920s. Moderate patina on arm rests. Wear to wood frame consistent with age and use. Reupholstered ...
Velvet, Birch
$2,170Sale Price|20% Off
H 31.5 in W 25.2 in D 25.2 in
1920s French Art Deco Folding Armchair in Satinwood & Cane
Located in Reading, Berkshire
An Early 20th Century French Art Deco Satinwood & Cane Folding Armchair 1920s
Cane, Satinwood
Art Deco Amsterdamse School Lounge Chair by Max Coini, 1920s
By Max Coini
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Magnificent and rare Art Deco Amsterdamse School lounge chair. Design by Max Coini Amsterdam. Striking Dutch design from the 1920s. Solid oak frame with original decorative macassar ...
Fabric, Macassar, Oak