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What are French chairs called?
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French chairs are called bergère. Bergères have an upholstered back and armrests with wooden exposed framing. Bergère continues to be a popular style that adds an elegant touch to any room. You’ll find a selection of antique chairs on 1stDibs.
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
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Shop for 18th Century French Chairs on 1stDibs
Pair of 18th Century French Abusson Tapestry Chairs
Located in Gloucestershire, GB
A rare pair of curvaceous 18th century French chairs with their original Abusson tapestry and
Category
Antique 18th Century Armchairs
Materials
Tapestry
Pair Of Louis XV French Provincial Carved Beechwood Chairs
Located in Free Union, VA
A pair of period mid 18th century French chairs, the natural beechwood frames of sturdy and
Category
Antique 18th Century French Louis XV Side Chairs
Materials
Beech
18th Century Country French Chairs
Located in Rochester, NY
A matched pair of antique country French fruitwood chairs. Finely carved with a very unusual and
Category
Antique Late 18th Century French French Provincial Chairs
Materials
Rush, Wood, Fruitwood
French 18th Century Country Style Chairs
Located in Isle Sur La Sorgue, Vaucluse
Handsome set of four antique beechwood chairs, with original green paint, and rush seats. Elegantly
Category
Antique 18th Century French Louis XV Chairs
Materials
Rush, Beech
18th Century French Side Chairs
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Late 18th century Group of four French Side Chairs with Cane Backs. They are Carved Giltwood and
Category
Antique 18th Century and Earlier French Side Chairs
Materials
Cane, Giltwood
18th Century Side Chair, France
Located in New York, NY
A rare treasure discovered in France, this courtly 18th-century slipper chair, with its fanciful
Category
Antique 18th Century French Late Victorian Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Linen