This month in our installment of Defining French Furniture we will be providing information on the begère chair. Specific details on this piece of furniture of French origin include: Pronunciation: burr-jair Definition: a type of upholstered armchair with closed, upholstered sides which can also be made of cane. The chair is built for comfort featuring... [Read more...]

First introduced in 17th-century France, the bergère chair remains as popular today as it was when first introduced—a testament to the staying power of its classic design. Even Marie Antoinette was known to have this type of chair in her country home. The bergère is characterized by its fully upholstered back, seat and arms. There’s usually a loose,... [Read more...]