Pair Of Large Japanese-style Bamboo Armchairs, Late 19th Century, Perret & Vibert

Pair of large bamboo armchairs from the late 19th century attributed to Perret & Vibert.

Perret & Vibert, founded in 1872 by Alfred Perret and Ernest Vibert in Paris, at 33 rue du Quatre-Septembre, the Perret & Vibert company, known as "Maison des Bambous" from 1895, specialized in the creation of Asian-inspired bamboo, rattan and carved wood furniture. From 1879, Alfred Perret distinguished himself in the manufacture of exotic furniture, participating in the 1878 Universal Exhibition. In 1886, Alfred and Ernest Vibert's son took over the company, diversifying production towards lacquered furniture and oriental art objects. Their Japanese and Chinese style, very fashionable during the Second Empire and the Belle Époque, attracted a prestigious clientele, including Empress Eugenie and the King of Greece. Awarded two silver medals at the Universal Exhibitions of 1889 and 1900, the Maison des Bambous became an international landmark. In 1912, it evolved into an Asian art gallery, frequented by figures such as Debussy, before closing in 1994.