Early 20th Century Maison Jansen Paris French Louis XVI Style Sofa

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Early 20th Century Maison Jansen Paris French Louis XVI Style Sofa

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French Louis XVI Style giltwood sofa with original upholstery, circa 1920. The frame of the sofa is in good condition, with flakes of gilt chipping away here and there, condition is what one would expect of this age sofa. The sofa seat has the original springs, horse hair etc. Bottom of the sofa has burlap with "Maison Jansen" stamp. Color of the upholstery is a soft butter yellow, with hues of pink floral stripes running vertical, and finished with a dark bronze colored nailhead trim. Our firm offers reupholstery upon request, to get a price quote please message or call us, we supply a wide range of Irish Linens, Belgian linens, and velvets. Com is always welcome. Measures: 72.5" W x 40.5" H x 28" D x 17" seat height. Maison Jansen was a Paris-based interior decoration office founded in 1880 by Dutch-born Jean-Henri Jansen. Jansen is considered the first truly global design firm, serving clients in Europe, Latin America, North America and the Middle East. This House is located at 23, rue de l'Annonciation, Paris. Not originally equipped with its own workrooms for producing furniture the firm began by relying upon antiques and the furniture contracted to outside cabinetmakers. By the early 1890s Maison Jansen had established its own manufacturing capacity producing furniture of contemporary design, as well as reproductions, primarily in the Louis XIV, Louis XVI, Directoire, and Empire styles.

Creator:
Maison Jansen (Manufacturer)
Dimensions:
Height: 40.5 in (102.87 cm)Width: 72.5 in (184.15 cm)Depth: 28 in (71.12 cm)Seat Height: 17 in (43.18 cm)
Style:
Louis XVI (In the Style Of)
Materials and Techniques:
Giltwood,Upholstery,Carved
Place of Origin:
France
Period:
Early 20th Century
Date of Manufacture:
1900-1920
Condition:
Wear consistent with age and use. Minor losses. Scuff, scratches on gilt, to be expected of this age sofa. Can be used as is, the upholstery shows some small markings, and seat shows wear on edges. Frame has no signs of major damage.
Seller Location:
Brea, CA
Reference Number:
Seller: 121016042601stDibs: LU182236173713

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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.

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