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Bergere Georges Jacob

November 17th, 2017 - Paris

Magnificent Louis XVI armchair "bergere" signed by most prominent Parisian master menuisier of neoclassical style associated with Louis XVI. Entirely restored using traditional techniques and material such as horse hair for garnishing. The lampas silk fabric "aux forgerons" motif by Tassinari et Chatel was chosen to cover the seat. It was inspired by equivalent master pieces part of the collection of Chateau de Versailles and Museum of Fines Arts, Boston.