Important Set of Eight Directoire Jansen Model Chairs in Mahogany
View Similar Items
Important Set of Eight Directoire Jansen Model Chairs in Mahogany
About the Item
- Creator:Maison Jansen (Designer)
- Dimensions:Height: 34.26 in (87 cm)Width: 18.9 in (48 cm)Depth: 17.33 in (44 cm)
- Sold As:Set of 8
- Style:Directoire (In the Style Of)
- Materials and Techniques:
- Place of Origin:
- Period:
- Date of Manufacture:1940
- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use.
- Seller Location:Saint-Ouen, FR
- Reference Number:Seller: LS17681stDibs: U1107259072119D
Maison Jansen
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.
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.
Find authentic Maison Jansen sofas, lighting and other furniture today on 1stDibs.
- Maison Jansen, Pair of Directoire Style Wall Sconces Gilt and Silver Brass 1970sBy Maison JansenLocated in Saint-Ouen, FRMaison Jansen, in the taste of. Pair of Directoire style gilt and silver brass wall sconces with four arm lights. Chandelle shaft topped by an ancient covered vase and finished by...Category
Vintage 1970s European Directoire Wall Lights and Sconces
MaterialsBrass
- Series of Eight Chairs Blond Cherry Wood, 1980sLocated in Saint-Ouen, FRSeries of eight blond cherry wood chairs. Tripod base. Face of the base joined by a spacer bar, base of the back of wavy and abstract shape. Work realized in the 1980s.Category
Late 20th Century Chairs
MaterialsWood
- Pierre Chapo. Series of 6 model S34 chairs. 1960s.Located in Saint-Ouen, FRPierre Chapo, by. Series of 6 model S34 chairs in solid natural blond elm. French work realized in the 1960s. Dimensions: H 71 x W 40 x D 40 cm Reference: LS58946601E Pierre Cha...Category
Mid-20th Century French Chairs
MaterialsWood
- Pair of mahogany Chinese style chairs, circa 1900Located in Saint-Ouen, FRPair of Chinese Ming dynasty style chairs standing on four square section legs. Square with rounded corners openwork backseat with circular-section rails adorned with an S-shaped bac...Category
Antique Early 1900s Chinese Export Chairs
MaterialsMahogany
- Pair of Chairs-Night Valets in Beech, 1980sLocated in Saint-Ouen, FRBreuer, in the style of. Pair of valet chairs in blond beech and chromed metal. Caned seat. French work realized in the 1980s.Category
20th Century French Chairs
MaterialsBeech
- Dining room set in wengé. 1970s.Located in Saint-Ouen, FRDining room set in wenge, consisting of a table and six chairs. Rectangular table, cross-shaped base. Chairs with rope seats and curved backs. Danish work realized in the 1970s.Category
Late 20th Century Danish Dining Room Chairs
MaterialsAbalone, Wenge
- Important Set of Eight Regency Period Mahogany Dining Chairs, Early 19th CenturyLocated in Charleston, SCThis English set of eight classical Regency saber leg chairs are crafted out solid Cuban mahogany, The backs are unusually carved with a palmetto tree splat. The exceptionally craved chairs have a beautiful reeded scroll top crest rail with reeding framing a crotched mahogany center, with reeded bold scrolled arms finishing in rosettes going down to reeded saber legs and having drop in seats. This Classic set of eight Regency dining chairs...Category
Antique Early 19th Century English Regency Dining Room Chairs
MaterialsMahogany
- Set of 5 Chic Crimson Velvet Chairs in the Style of Maison JansenBy Maison JansenLocated in Los Angeles, CASet of 5 red chic crimson velvet chairs in the style of Maison Jansen. Very sturdy and comfortable. Original upholstery is vintage but in good condition. They can be reupholstered wi...Category
Vintage 1940s French Neoclassical Revival Chairs
MaterialsUpholstery, Velvet, Wood, Giltwood
- Set of 5 Chic Crimson Velvet Chairs in the Style of Maison JansenBy Maison JansenLocated in Los Angeles, CASet of 5 red chic crimson velvet chairs in the style of Maison Jansen. Very sturdy and comfortable. Original upholstery is vintage but in good condition. They can be reupholstered wi...Category
Vintage 1940s French Neoclassical Revival Chairs
MaterialsUpholstery, Velvet, Giltwood, Wood
- Set of 5 Chic Crimson Velvet Chairs in the Style of Maison JansenBy Maison JansenLocated in Los Angeles, CASet of 5 red chic crimson velvet chairs in the style of Maison Jansen. Very sturdy and comfortable. Original upholstery is vintage but in good condition. They can be reupholstered wi...Category
Vintage 1940s French Neoclassical Revival Chairs
MaterialsWood, Upholstery, Velvet, Giltwood
- Set of 5 Chic Crimson Velvet Chairs in the Style of Maison JansenBy Maison JansenLocated in Los Angeles, CASet of 5 red chic crimson velvet chairs in the style of Maison Jansen. Very sturdy and comfortable. Original upholstery is vintage but in good condition. They can be reupholstered wi...Category
Vintage 1940s French Neoclassical Revival Chairs
MaterialsGiltwood, Upholstery, Velvet, Wood
- Set of Eight Dining Chairs by Danish Cabinet Maker in MahoganyLocated in New York, NYEight beautiful dining chairs with inset leg detail. Handcrafted in mahogany with original wool seats.Category
20th Century Danish Dining Room Chairs
MaterialsUpholstery, Mahogany
Price Upon Request
