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Formed in the wake of the Jacobin Reign of Terror’s bloody guillotine, the Directoire was established to lead France into order through the leadership of a five-member council of directors. It was brief, lasting only from 1795 to 1799, ending with Napoléon Bonaparte’s coup d’état, and was economically tumultuous. Yet it was an essential bridge between the era of Louis XVI and the elaborate Empire style that followed, with Directoire furniture and decorative arts shaped by a royal passion for classical design and an enthusiasm for postrevolutionary France.

Much of the country’s furniture production had halted during the French Revolution when the furniture guilds system was abolished, but during the Directoire period, the cabinetmakers restarted their businesses, such as François-Honoré-Georges and Jacob-Desmalter who established a new workshop called Jacob-Frères. Pieces made in walnut, elm, mahogany and other inexpensive materials incorporated influences ranging from Egypt to Pompeii, with popular forms including the curule armchair based on an ancient Roman design. The aesthetics of the transitional style were more austere than during the monarchy, with court cabinetmaker Jean-Baptiste Sené, for instance, reimagining his workshop’s neoclassical-style furniture with ungilded surfaces and a reduction of ornamentation.

Symbols referencing the revolutionary tenets of liberty, equality and fraternity were frequently carved into Directoire furnishings, such as the Phrygian cap, clasped hands and the fasces, which is an image of a bound bundle of sticks adopted from the Roman Republic, where it was seen as an emblem of strength through unity.

Elements of the French Directoire style continued through Empire style. Designers Charles Percier and Pierre-François-Léonard Fontaine are credited today as major proponents of both movements. The classically inspired furniture design is represented in pieces such as the boat-shaped daybed and the klismos chair, which endured in French interiors as well as in styles abroad, including American Directoire.

Find a collection of antique ​​Directoire chairs, tables, daybeds, decorative objects and other furniture on 1stDibs.

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Style: Directoire
18th Century Tuscan Direttorio Dormeuse, Daybed, Italia
18th Century Tuscan Direttorio Dormeuse, Daybed, Italia

18th Century Tuscan Direttorio Dormeuse, Daybed, Italia

Located in Prato, IT

Toscana, end of '700 beginning '800 In walnut Legs in the typical shape of the Tuscan direttorio with carved and gilded wood flower Restored Dimensions: cm L194 x D63 x H96 Sea...

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Late 18th Century Italian Antique Directoire Seating

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Walnut

Pair Maison Jansen Attributed Mahogany French Directoire Footstools, Circa 1960s
Pair Maison Jansen Attributed Mahogany French Directoire Footstools, Circa 1960s

Pair Maison Jansen Attributed Mahogany French Directoire Footstools, Circa 1960s

By Maison Jansen

Located in Swedesboro, NJ

This pair of Maison Jansen attributed mahogany French Directoire footstools, circa 1960s, captures the timeless elegance and neoclassical refinement that the renowned Parisian design...

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1960s French Vintage Directoire Seating

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Mahogany

Set of Six Directoire Mahogany Dining Chairs Attributed to Georges Jacob
Set of Six Directoire Mahogany Dining Chairs Attributed to Georges Jacob

Set of Six Directoire Mahogany Dining Chairs Attributed to Georges Jacob

By Georges Jacob

Located in Vancouver, British Columbia

A set of six period Directoire dining chairs carved in Honduras mahogany. Identical chairs are shown in the reference book "Ebenists of the 18th century". While unstamped, this set comes with written documentation and attribution to George Jacob by a leading antique dealer in Paris from where they were purchased. The chairs are very similar to a set in the dining room at Malmaison . Refer to last photo in the photo gallery . Georges Jacob (6 July 1739 – 5 July 1814) the most prominent furniture maker in 18th century Paris. He produced carved, painted and gilded beds and seat furniture and upholstery work for the French royal châteaux, in the Neoclassical style that is associated with Louis XVI furniture. In his workshop he employed numerous specialist carvers and gilders. In 1785, Jacob produced the first mahogany chairs à l'anglaise, for the Comte de Provence similar in many ways to the ones on offer here. When he retired in 1796, Georges Jacob left his workshop in the hands of his two sons, one of whom was François-Honoré-Georges Jacob-Desmalter who went on to become a leading French Empire Furniture...

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Late 18th Century French Antique Directoire Seating

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Mahogany

Pair of Early 19th Century French Directoire Period Painted Side Chairs
Pair of Early 19th Century French Directoire Period Painted Side Chairs

Pair of Early 19th Century French Directoire Period Painted Side Chairs

Located in Hopewell, NJ

Elegant pair of late 19th century French Directoire period painted side chairs with their original patina. Lovely curved seat backs are detailed with a hand carved urn at each back t...

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1860s French Antique Directoire Seating

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Upholstery, Wood

Pair of French Directoire Style Gilt Bronze and Marble Side Tables
Pair of French Directoire Style Gilt Bronze and Marble Side Tables

Pair of French Directoire Style Gilt Bronze and Marble Side Tables

Located in Dallas, TX

Beautiful pair of French Directoire style gilt bronze and marble side tables. These tables are extremely fine quality and a gorgeous finish. Creates a very polished look!.

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Mid-20th Century French Directoire Seating

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Marble, Bronze

Dark Green Paint Decorated Tufted French Directoire Footstool Window bench
Dark Green Paint Decorated Tufted French Directoire Footstool Window bench

Dark Green Paint Decorated Tufted French Directoire Footstool Window bench

Located in Swedesboro, NJ

Add a touch of timeless elegance to your interior with this stunning Dark Green Paint Decorated Tufted French Directoire Footstool Window Bench. Inspired by the refined aesthetics of...

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1960s Unknown Vintage Directoire Seating

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Walnut

20th c Pair French Directoire Style Ebonized and Gilt Ramshead Club Chairs
20th c Pair French Directoire Style Ebonized and Gilt Ramshead Club Chairs

20th c Pair French Directoire Style Ebonized and Gilt Ramshead Club Chairs

Located in Swedesboro, NJ

This striking pair of French Directoire or Regency-style armchairs combines a dramatic ebonized finish with classical gilt ornament and sleek black upholstery, creating an unusually ...

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1940s Vintage Directoire Seating

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Wood

French Directoire Child's Armchair
French Directoire Child's Armchair

French Directoire Child's Armchair

Located in Bradenton, FL

19th Century French Directoire Child's Armchair. Chair is finely carved and painted in soft tones with a timeworn patina that beautifully reflects its age. The armchair features eleg...

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19th Century French Antique Directoire Seating

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Upholstery, Wood

Directoire Style Steel and Brass Swan-Head Curule Bench
Directoire Style Steel and Brass Swan-Head Curule Bench

Directoire Style Steel and Brass Swan-Head Curule Bench

Located in Hamburg, PA

Directoire curule bench in steel and brass. Crossed tubular legs meet at a central rosette; four brass swan heads rise at the corners; brass webbed feet finish the legs. The seat is ...

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Late 20th Century Directoire Seating

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Brass, Steel

Pair of French Directoire Style Armchairs, 19th century
Pair of French Directoire Style Armchairs, 19th century

Pair of French Directoire Style Armchairs, 19th century

Located in Leimen, DE

Pair of Directoire-Style Armchairs, Circa 1880 – Timeless Elegance in Mahogany This stunning pair of Directoire-style armchairs, crafted around 1880, epitomizes the refined elegance...

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Late 19th Century French Antique Directoire Seating

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Mahogany

Faux Suede Directoire Style Bergere
Faux Suede Directoire Style Bergere

Faux Suede Directoire Style Bergere

Located in New York, NY

Elegant faux suede Directoire style bergere with fluted and tapered legs and curved columnar arm details. Natural colored wood showing great a...

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1950s French Vintage Directoire Seating

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Suede

French 18th Century Directoire Mahogany Chairs with Silk Blend Upholster Fabric
French 18th Century Directoire Mahogany Chairs with Silk Blend Upholster Fabric

French 18th Century Directoire Mahogany Chairs with Silk Blend Upholster Fabric

Located in Firenze, IT

This beautiful set of four late 18th-early 19th century European Directoire period mahogany gondola chairs will be the perfect addition to your dining room or living room as they can be used as dining room chairs or side side chairs...

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Late 18th Century French Antique Directoire Seating

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Fabric, Cotton, Silk, Upholstery, Mahogany, Giltwood

Fine Italian Dining Room Set of Eight Chairs and a Pair of Armchairs, 1790
Fine Italian Dining Room Set of Eight Chairs and a Pair of Armchairs, 1790

Fine Italian Dining Room Set of Eight Chairs and a Pair of Armchairs, 1790

Located in Rome, IT

Elegant set of Nord-Italian walnut chairs (8) and a pair of armchairs, Covered in ivory color silk in perfect condition. Lombardy Nord Italy, last quarter of the 18th century.

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Late 18th Century Italian Antique Directoire Seating

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Walnut

A Pair of French Directoire painted open armchairs C 1800.
A Pair of French Directoire painted open armchairs C 1800.

A Pair of French Directoire painted open armchairs C 1800.

Located in Philadelphia, PA

A Pair of French Directoire painted open armchairs C 1800. The chairs have a subtle two-tone paint and have been upholstered in a raw silk-like material. The fabric on the seats and ...

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Early 19th Century French Antique Directoire Seating

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Fabric, Wood

Pair of Paint Decorated French Louis XVI Style Directoire Armchairs Circa 1940
Pair of Paint Decorated French Louis XVI Style Directoire Armchairs Circa 1940

Pair of Paint Decorated French Louis XVI Style Directoire Armchairs Circa 1940

Located in Swedesboro, NJ

This Pair of Paint Decorated French Louis XVI Style Directoire Armchairs, Circa 1940, beautifully embodies the refinement and timeless appeal of French neoclassical design. Crafted w...

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1940s French Vintage Directoire Seating

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Walnut

Pair Directoire Carved Draper Era x Benches
Pair Directoire Carved Draper Era x Benches

Pair Directoire Carved Draper Era x Benches

$1,356Sale Price / set|20% Off

Pair Directoire Carved Draper Era x Benches

Located in Swedesboro, NJ

This pair of Directoire carved Draper era X-benches exemplifies timeless sophistication, blending neoclassical influence with mid-20th-century revival style. The X-frame design, a ha...

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1950s European Vintage Directoire Seating

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Walnut

Directoire  Armchair 19th Century
Directoire  Armchair 19th Century

Directoire Armchair 19th Century

$731Sale Price|20% Off

Directoire Armchair 19th Century

Located in Beuzevillette, FR

This nice chair of directoire style is characterized by straight and simple forms. The uprights are made of turned wood with floral motifs on the connecting dice (seat and armrests)....

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19th Century French Antique Directoire Seating

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Wood

French Directoire Period Set of Six Bleached Beechwood Chairs, 18th c.
French Directoire Period Set of Six Bleached Beechwood Chairs, 18th c.

French Directoire Period Set of Six Bleached Beechwood Chairs, 18th c.

Located in Wichita, KS

A very charming set of six French dining chairs from the Directoire period. The frames are solid bleached beechwood nicely patinated with pegged mortise & tenon joinery. Scrolled...

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Early 18th Century French Antique Directoire Seating

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Fabric, Beech

The Collection of H.R.H. The Princess Margaret (1930-2002) Set Of Bergere Chairs
The Collection of H.R.H. The Princess Margaret (1930-2002) Set Of Bergere Chairs

The Collection of H.R.H. The Princess Margaret (1930-2002) Set Of Bergere Chairs

Located in Reading, Berkshire

Formerly Owned By The Late Sister Of Queen Elizabeth II.The Collection of H.R.H. The Princess Margaret (1930-2002), Kensington Palace. A Pair of Early 19th Century French Walnut Fau...

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19th Century French Antique Directoire Seating

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Walnut

French Directoire Unique Fireplace Split Canape
French Directoire Unique Fireplace Split Canape

French Directoire Unique Fireplace Split Canape

Located in New Orleans, LA

Beautifully designed French Directoire canape highlighted with paint and water gilding.

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Early 19th Century French Antique Directoire Seating

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Wood

Fine Italian Dining Room Set of Eight Chairs and a Pair of Armchairs, 1790
Fine Italian Dining Room Set of Eight Chairs and a Pair of Armchairs, 1790

Fine Italian Dining Room Set of Eight Chairs and a Pair of Armchairs, 1790

Located in Rome, IT

Elegant set of Nord-Italian walnut chairs (8) and a pair of armchairs, Covered in ivory color silk in perfect condition. Lombardy Nord Italy, last quarter of the 18th century.

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Late 18th Century Italian Antique Directoire Seating

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Walnut

Set of Four French Directoire Period Painted Side Chairs
Set of Four French Directoire Period Painted Side Chairs

Set of Four French Directoire Period Painted Side Chairs

Located in Vancouver, British Columbia

A fine set of four late 18thC period Directoire painted side chairs. Each chair has a different carved back splat painted black and in the full neo-classic taste including a dolphin...

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Late 18th Century Antique Directoire Seating

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Wood

Directoire Side Chairs (Sets of 2)
Directoire Side Chairs (Sets of 2)

Directoire Side Chairs (Sets of 2)

Located in Westwood, NJ

Large mahogany side chairs, with an over scroll padded back and seat above floral capital carved and paneled sabre legs. Inspired by a 19th-century French original. Dimensions: 23" W...

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21st Century and Contemporary Vietnamese Directoire Seating

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Wood

Directoire Armchairs
Directoire Armchairs

Directoire Armchairs

Located in Westwood, NJ

Two mahogany armchairs, with an over scroll padded back and seat between open scroll arms and above floral capital carved and paneled sabre legs. Inspired by a 19th-century French or...

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21st Century and Contemporary Vietnamese Directoire Seating

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Wood

Set of Four Directoire Mahogany Armchairs by Jacob Freres
Set of Four Directoire Mahogany Armchairs by Jacob Freres

Set of Four Directoire Mahogany Armchairs by Jacob Freres

By Jacob Freres (French)

Located in Kittery Point, ME

Each upholstered backrest with backscrolled top rail above an upholstered seat flanked by arm rests, raised on ring-turned legs; each stamped JACOB FRERES / RUE MESLEE on back rail, three with old inked inscription M Julien...

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1790s French Antique Directoire Seating

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Mahogany

Large Blonde Window Seat Banquette Bench Daybed Neoclassical Directoire Antique
Large Blonde Window Seat Banquette Bench Daybed Neoclassical Directoire Antique

Large Blonde Window Seat Banquette Bench Daybed Neoclassical Directoire Antique

Located in London, GB

A large and strikingly attractive Neoclassical blonde window seat bench in lovely antique condition. Likely made in the early 20th Century, in the manner of the late 18th Century Fre...

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Late 18th Century French Antique Directoire Seating

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Pine

Pair of Early 19th Century Directoire Chairs, in the manner of Bellange Frères
Pair of Early 19th Century Directoire Chairs, in the manner of Bellange Frères

Pair of Early 19th Century Directoire Chairs, in the manner of Bellange Frères

By Henri Jacob

Located in Berlin, DE

Pair of early 19th century mahogany side chairs in the manner of Bellange Frères. Raised on turned tapering front legs and sabre rear legs, carved with pierced splades in the shape o...

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Early 1800s French Antique Directoire Seating

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Leather, Mahogany

Directoire Period Oxblood Salon Suite w/ Saber Legs and Scrolled Backs, Late 18C
Directoire Period Oxblood Salon Suite w/ Saber Legs and Scrolled Backs, Late 18C

Directoire Period Oxblood Salon Suite w/ Saber Legs and Scrolled Backs, Late 18C

Located in New York, NY

This remarkable salon suite from the Directoire period (circa late 18th century) includes a finely crafted small sofa paired with two matching chairs, embodying the restrained elegan...

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Late 18th Century French Antique Directoire Seating

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Wood

Maison Jansen Rare Silver Leaf Settee in Black Raw Silk, France, 1950s, Signed
Maison Jansen Rare Silver Leaf Settee in Black Raw Silk, France, 1950s, Signed

Maison Jansen Rare Silver Leaf Settee in Black Raw Silk, France, 1950s, Signed

By Maison Jansen

Located in New York, NY

Maison Jansen rare signed Directoire-style silver-leaf settee with antiqued finish and black raw silk upholstery, France, 1950s. Exceptionally elegant and beautifully proportioned, t...

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1950s French Vintage Directoire Seating

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Silk, Wood

French Directoire Period Bergere
French Directoire Period Bergere

French Directoire Period Bergere

Located in Pembroke, MA

French Directoire period blue-gray painted bergere, newly-upholstered in lovely blue and gold toile fabric based on a museum-archived pattern....

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Late 18th Century French Antique Directoire Seating

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Upholstery, Wood

1950s French Iron and Brass Dining Chairs
1950s French Iron and Brass Dining Chairs

1950s French Iron and Brass Dining Chairs

Located in New York, NY

1950s French iron and brass dining chairs. The chairs have iron frames, are black vinyl, with brass finials to the top and brass ball feet. The chairs also have sloping arms and fold...

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1950s Vintage Directoire Seating

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Brass, Iron

Eight walnut Direttorio chairs, Tuscany, Lucca circa 1795
Eight walnut Direttorio chairs, Tuscany, Lucca circa 1795

Eight walnut Direttorio chairs, Tuscany, Lucca circa 1795

Located in Prato, IT

Eight walnut Direttorio Chairs with banded backs and floral pattern carving. Paws with carved frames typical of Lucca. Entirely hand-sewn straw seat. Tuscany, late 18th century

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Late 18th Century Italian Antique Directoire Seating

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Walnut

Dining Room Set of Eight Italian Chairs and a Pair of Armchairs, 1790
Dining Room Set of Eight Italian Chairs and a Pair of Armchairs, 1790

Dining Room Set of Eight Italian Chairs and a Pair of Armchairs, 1790

Located in Rome, IT

A fine set of Nord-Italian walnut chairs (8) and a pair of armchairs, Covered in ivory color silk in perfect condition. Lombardy Nord Italy, last quarter of the 18th century.

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Late 18th Century Italian Antique Directoire Seating

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Walnut

French Directoire Grey Painted Sofa Turned Fluted Legs circa 1795 New Upholstery
French Directoire Grey Painted Sofa Turned Fluted Legs circa 1795 New Upholstery

French Directoire Grey Painted Sofa Turned Fluted Legs circa 1795 New Upholstery

Located in Epfach, DE

A handsome French Directoire sofa, circa 1800, its grey painted frame embodying the restrained elegance that marked the transition from Louis XVI refinement to Empire severity. The s...

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1790s French Antique Directoire Seating

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Fabric, Wood

1940s French Lounge Chairs Pair
1940s French Lounge Chairs Pair

1940s French Lounge Chairs Pair

Located in New York, NY

1940s pair of French lounge chairs that are nicely upholstered in silk with rolled arms and loose down filled seat cushions. The chairs have flared mahogany legs.

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1940s Vintage Directoire Seating

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Upholstery, Mahogany, Silk

Set of Eight French Directoire Style Dining Chairs, C. 1950
Set of Eight French Directoire Style Dining Chairs, C. 1950

Set of Eight French Directoire Style Dining Chairs, C. 1950

Located in Houston, TX

A refined set of eight French Directoire style dining chairs, dating to circa 1950, distinguished by their elegant tapered backs and restrained neoclassical lines. Each chair feature...

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1950s French Vintage Directoire Seating

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Walnut

Pair Late 19th century Louis XVI Directoire Bergères in Green Edelman Leather
Pair Late 19th century Louis XVI Directoire Bergères in Green Edelman Leather

Pair Late 19th century Louis XVI Directoire Bergères in Green Edelman Leather

Located in Southampton, NJ

Pair of late 19th century French, Directoire bergère armchairs in green Edelman "talipot" colored leather. These chairs were recovered a little over a year ago and both the frames an...

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Late 19th Century French Antique Directoire Seating

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Leather, Foam, Hardwood, Paint

Pair of French Directoire Fauteuil Armchairs
Pair of French Directoire Fauteuil Armchairs

Pair of French Directoire Fauteuil Armchairs

Located in Long Island City, NY

These delicately proportioned 18th-century fauteuil armchairs exemplify the French Directoire style, each with a barreled back, and rosette finials a...

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1790s French Antique Directoire Seating

Armchairs Set of 8 Directoire 1790-1810 France
Armchairs Set of 8 Directoire 1790-1810 France

Armchairs Set of 8 Directoire 1790-1810 France

Located in New York, NY

Armchairs Set of 8 Directoire 1790-1810 France. A set of 8 armchairs made during the Directoire period 1790-1810 in France. Frame made in dark staine...

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18th Century French Antique Directoire Seating

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Birch

Pair of Jansen Directoire' Style Armchairs
Pair of Jansen Directoire' Style Armchairs

Pair of Jansen Directoire' Style Armchairs

Located in Dallas, TX

Fine pair of STAMPED Jansen Directoire' armchairs. The wood has carvings and are painted in beautiful crème patina with green details along the borders of the wood. The chairs are up...

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20th Century French Directoire Seating

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Wood

French Country Directoire Style Banquette Bench with Yellow Velvet Cushion
French Country Directoire Style Banquette Bench with Yellow Velvet Cushion

French Country Directoire Style Banquette Bench with Yellow Velvet Cushion

Located in Montreal, Quebec

A beautiful French country Directoire style banquette bench with yellow velvet cushion Made from sturdy sculpted wood, with the Classic lozenge and flower motif typical of the Direc...

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Early 20th Century French Directoire Seating

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Wood

French Directoire Style Painted & Gilt Wood Diminutive Chaise Lounge, C. 1920
French Directoire Style Painted & Gilt Wood Diminutive Chaise Lounge, C. 1920

French Directoire Style Painted & Gilt Wood Diminutive Chaise Lounge, C. 1920

Located in Philadelphia, PA

This charming 1920's diminutive chaise lounge beautifully showcases the classic elegance of the French Directoire style with clear provincial and Louis XVI influences. Its exquisite ...

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1920s French Vintage Directoire Seating

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Fabric, Giltwood

Pair of Hand Carved Cherrywood Directoire Armchairs
Pair of Hand Carved Cherrywood Directoire Armchairs

Pair of Hand Carved Cherrywood Directoire Armchairs

Located in Dallas, TX

Pair of elegant French Directoire style armchairs made of solid cherry. The lines, straight in the front view, give the armchairs an unmistakable and almost modern character. The sli...

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Late 20th Century European Directoire Seating

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Upholstery, Cherry

Period French Directoire Mahogany Cannape in Gold Empire Silk Fabric
Period French Directoire Mahogany Cannape in Gold Empire Silk Fabric

Period French Directoire Mahogany Cannape in Gold Empire Silk Fabric

By Adam Jacob

Located in Vancouver, British Columbia

A Classic Directoire mahogany cannape with lion's head arm supports and paw feet, accented by Empire ormolu mounts and upholstered in gold Empire style silk yellow fabric.

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Early 19th Century French Antique Directoire Seating

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Mahogany

French Directoire Side Chairs, Painted Wood & Velvet, Circa 1800, Pair
French Directoire Side Chairs, Painted Wood & Velvet, Circa 1800, Pair

French Directoire Side Chairs, Painted Wood & Velvet, Circa 1800, Pair

Located in Baton Rouge, LA

A regal pair of French side chairs from the Directoire period (circa 1795-1800). The chairs have chalk-white painted frames now patinated to fine craquelure texture softening the sym...

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19th Century French Antique Directoire Seating

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Velvet, Wood, Paint

18th Century Pair Directoire Bergeres Detached Columns
18th Century Pair Directoire Bergeres Detached Columns

18th Century Pair Directoire Bergeres Detached Columns

Located in Phoenix, AZ

18th Century Pair Directoire Bergeres Detached Columns Unique pair purchased in France. Age appropriate wear, see detailed photos or message us with questions.

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18th Century French Antique Directoire Seating

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Wood

Antique English Adjustable Stool, Mahogany & Red Leather, Circa 1900
Antique English Adjustable Stool, Mahogany & Red Leather, Circa 1900

Antique English Adjustable Stool, Mahogany & Red Leather, Circa 1900

Located in Alessandria, Piemonte

M/832 - Antique English adjustable piano or vanity stool in mahogany, just covered in real red leather. Height adjustable. Simple and elegant.

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Early 20th Century English Directoire Seating

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Mahogany

Set of Ten French Mahogany Directoire St. Dining Chairs
Set of Ten French Mahogany Directoire St. Dining Chairs

Set of Ten French Mahogany Directoire St. Dining Chairs

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

An exceptional and complete set of ten French turn of the century Directoire st. mahogany dining chairs. Each chair is raised by elegant lightly curved square tapered legs below the ...

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20th Century French Directoire Seating

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Mahogany

Pair of Memphis Style Armchairs
Pair of Memphis Style Armchairs

Pair of Memphis Style Armchairs

Located in New York, NY

Pair of Memphis style armchairs. Chairs are newly upholstered in linen. Has mahogany arms, a painted steel frame with circular bronze trim and bronze base.

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1970s Vintage Directoire Seating

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Bronze, Steel

Pair Of Directorial Armchairs - Patina In Green Tones
Pair Of Directorial Armchairs - Patina In Green Tones

Pair Of Directorial Armchairs - Patina In Green Tones

Located in Brussels, BE

Pair Of Directorial Armchairs - Patina In Green Tones

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1790s French Antique Directoire Seating

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Silk, Wood

Set of Eight French 19th Century Directoire St. Patinated Wood Dining Chairs
Set of Eight French 19th Century Directoire St. Patinated Wood Dining Chairs

Set of Eight French 19th Century Directoire St. Patinated Wood Dining Chairs

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

An elegant and very unique complete set of eight French 19th century Directoire st. patinated wood dining chairs. Each chair is raised by lovely turned circular legs at the front wit...

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19th Century French Antique Directoire Seating

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Wood

1970's Directoire Style Ebonized X Bench with Cheetah Print
1970's Directoire Style Ebonized X Bench with Cheetah Print

1970's Directoire Style Ebonized X Bench with Cheetah Print

Located in Swedesboro, NJ

A wonderfully chic and unusual French Louis XVI-style ebonized X-frame bench, combining classical neoclassical form with dramatic leopard-print upholstery and brass hardware. Sophist...

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1970s Vintage Directoire Seating

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Textile, Wood

Directoire seating for sale on 1stDibs.

Find a broad range of unique Directoire seating for sale on 1stDibs. Many of these items were first offered in the 21st Century and Contemporary, but contemporary artisans have continued to produce works inspired by this style. If you’re looking to add vintage seating created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include seating, more furniture and collectibles, tables and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with wood, fabric and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Directoire seating made in a specific country, there are Europe, France, and Italy pieces for sale on 1stDibs. While there are many designers and brands associated with original seating, popular names associated with this style include Maison Jansen, Baker Furniture Company, Century Furniture, and Georges Jacob. It’s true that these talented designers have at times inspired knockoffs, but our experienced specialists have partnered with only top vetted sellers to offer authentic pieces that come with a buyer protection guarantee. Prices for seating differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $476 and tops out at $37,900 while the average work can sell for $3,917.