An Italian Brown And Orange Lacquered And Parcel-gilt ‘chinoiserie’ Bergère And Stool, Ca. 1900
Lacquered and gilt wood, gilt caning
Italy
ca. 1900
Bergère armchair: 85 x 64 x 58 cm (33.5 x 25.2 x 22.8 in.)
Stool: 38 x 50 x 40 cm (15 x 19.7 x 15.7 in.)
This bergère armchair, together with its stool, results from a free and eclectic interpretation of Chinese-inspired motifs, in particular the leiwen, or “thunder” pattern, a kind of meander that begins here at the feet and whose returns meet on the apron, where they are surmounted by a gilt chrysanthemum. The scrolled armrests end in a gilt motif resembling the corolla of a lily of the valley. It appears to be a late production, probably Italian, dating from the late 19th or early 20th century. The upholstery, imitating leopard skin, is modern, and both the armchair and the stool have undergone restoration.
Period: 20th century
Style: Asian art
Condition: Good condition
Material: Painted wood
Width: 58 cm
Height: 85 cm
Depth: 64 cm
Reference (ID): 1837737
Availability: In stock
