Reproduction of antique model. Louis XV Bergere circa 1755 - 1760. Original: Private Collection, Normandy.
Both genuine and gracious in its simplicity, this small occasional bergere is a good example of the French charm and grace under Louis XV. It is very comfortable if more «solid» and offers an interesting alternative to the usual armchairs «en cabriole». Depicting an abbreviated stamp «NR», she presents an asymmetry on the front cross bars and leaves at the end of the cloven shoe. One can also see unusual carving and moulding of the feet.
Louis XV Style The French style period from approximately 1730 to 1770, although this king was on the throne from 1715 (the Regence period ran from 1715 to 1723) until 1774. Inspiration taken from plants, hence a curvilinear style.
