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French Bergere Chairs

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Elegant and stylish, French Bergere chairs are a wonderful way to accent your home. Sit in them; they are very comfortable. Or don't and use them as a nice piece of the decor. Either way, you will never regret having added one of these to your decorative scheme and that is a promise. Just be sure to protect them. See our collection for all the options.

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Wide and Relaxing Beige Bergere Chair 

Wide and Relaxing Beige Bergere Chair 

Created with rounded arms and a carved solid wood frame, this chair is a wonderful seat for a living room, den, or study. The seat measures 36" wide and 42" deep and is covered in high-quality beige linen cloth over high-density foam cushioning with an included back pillow.

Designer Advice:

This large chair is a traditional example of a relaxing Bergere. It is wide and deep, giving you plenty of room to scoot in and get comfortable. It's a wonderful chair for a reading nook and can also be a nice spot to take a quick afternoon nap.

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Mature and Elegant French Bergere Chair

Mature and Elegant French Bergere Chair

The French style of this chair fits into any modern or contemporary home in a variety of rooms, from a bedroom to a reading room. The rubberwood frame is solid and durable with a purposefully distressed look to add a touch of antiquity. It measures 37" high overall with a 24" by 25" seat to provide a comfortable spot for anyone to rest and relax.

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Stylish Modern Bergere Chair

Stylish Modern Bergere Chair

With a total height of 36" tall, this stylish modern Bergere chair can fit into a wide range of modern and contemporary decor styles. The frame is made from solid rubberwood with simple yet graceful carvings for accents. The 20 by 20" seat is covered in a cotton-blend upholstery to give the chair a welcoming feel for any room.

Designer Advice:

This chair is available in three upholstery colors and patterns to fit into your decor perfectly. Whether you love blue and beige stripes or a floral pattern or want a subtle crosshatch gray stripe, you can find it with this chair. It's a comfortable seating option at a vanity, in a reading nook, or the corner of a den.

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Classic Style French Bergere Chair 

Classic Style French Bergere Chair 

Made in the fully classic style, this traditional Bergere chair is made from cedarwood framing with a distressed finish for adding an antique look. The traditional design and striped upholstery add a bold and mature look to a den, sitting room, or study. With a seat measurement of 23 by 20", this chair can be a very suitable resting spot for visitors to your home.

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Sumptuous Velvet Bergere Chair

Sumptuous Velvet Bergere Chair

This luxurious chair offers a variety of gold leaf detailing to draw your eye to the area without being overly gaudy. Created with a solid mahogany wood frame coated in a patina finish, you'll find a stylish aged look in this beautiful chair. The overall height is 34", with a seat measuring 24" by 21" inches able to support up to 250 pounds.

Designer Advice:

This chair is a truly beautiful accent for any mature and sophisticated space in your home. It can fit wonderfully into a study, library, den, or executive office suite. The thick foam padding that covers the solid wood frame is extremely thick and soft to provide a pleasing resting spot.

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French Country Style Bergere Chair

French Country Style Bergere Chair

Kelly Clarkson Home

Crafted from a combination of oak and manufactured wood, this chair adds French country charm to any room of your home. The classic silhouette includes a 37" high backrest with gently sloped track-style armrests for style and comfort. The wood has been given a weathered look, while the linen upholstery provides a relaxing striped appearance.

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Square Topped Bergere Chair

Square Topped Bergere Chair

Birch Lane™

Covered in a cotton blend upholstery in a stylish striped pattern, this square topped Bergere chair is a comfortable seat thanks to the thick foam-filled cushions. The seat measures 22" by 25" and can support up to 250 pounds. The overall height from the floor to the top of the backrest is 38".

Designer Advice:

This stylish chair fits into almost any room and existing decor. The wood frame has very few carvings which don't cause anything to stand out unflatteringly in your home. This chair looks great near a bay window, sunroom, or on a covered open patio for enjoying the day comfortably.

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Curved Frame French Bergere Chair 

Curved Frame French Bergere Chair 

Complete with gently curved accents, this lovely Louis XV style chair is a wonderful addition to your sitting room, den, or library. The frame is made from a combination of solid and manufactured wood covered in a light blue, slate, or taupe fabric. The seat measures 24" by 22" and can support up to 300 pounds.

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French Bergere Chairs

Buying Guide

French Bergere chairs are antique designs that can bring the magic of French elegance into your home. The chairs come in different types and are mostly purchased for the interior décor value they have. A Bergere chair is a type of upholstered armchair that can be traced back to the 18th century. It features closed sides around the arms and the back. The Bergere chairs are considered to be the first chair designs to fully focus on comfort and relaxation but ever since they have evolved to offer much more than that.

There are three main types of French Bergere chairs that you can find today. Each of these options can work in any space and it’s just a matter of picking something that appeals to you personally.

Bergere a la Reine

The Bergere a la Reine is a common and popular choice due to its high armrests and a comfortable flat back. The back is also quite high compared to the other types. It features a straight top with unique and beautiful sloping sides around the arms. The chair is also broader giving you enough space in-between. The upholstery is different but the fabric is very common with the Bergere a la Reine.

Bergere en Cabriolet

The Bergere en Cabriolet is relatively more vintage compared to the Bergere a la Reine. It comes with a simple rounded back which tends to be lower too. The lower height is matched with lower curved armrests. The rounded back is quite comfortable. The chairs also lie very low. However, it’s the vintage look that appeals to most people when it comes to the Bergere en Cabriolet.

Bergere Marquise

The Bergere Marquise is a petite design that usually has a low and curved back. The back seamlessly connects with the armrests. It’s also higher but thinner compared to the other two options above. The biggest difference though between the Bergere Marquise and the other options is the size. The chair is smaller in many aspects.

There are many chairs in the market that have tried to emulate the French Bergere design. If you’re looking for something authentic, you will need to identify a quality chair from the rest.

Here’s a simple guide to help:

  • The legs of the French Bergere chairs will often feature H or X shaped stretchers. This gives them a heavier look compared to traditional chairs.
  • The designs also have a unique level of rigidity. The armrests will extend to the front while the seatbacks are upright. In some cases, the back might be curved along its width but it will still be straight from down up.
  • French Bergere chairs also have a dramatic effect. The silhouette appeal is combined with a grand throne-like design. The chairs are fully upholstered except the frames which come in different vintage designs.

The royalty feeling you get from the French Bergere chairs is unmatchable because the chairs were actually quite popular with French royalty years ago.

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19th c antique french wingback bergere chair

19th c antique french wingback bergere chair

Richly decorated arm chair in French style. It is mounted on wooden frame finished with carefully made carvings and upholstered with soft fabric. It includes extra pillow for added comfort.

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With this spectacular chair, you won't have to worry about the appearance of your living room, anymore. This elegant piece rests on sturdy wood legs that accommodate a soft white seat cushion. The back is touched by an ergonomic design, while the armrests are padded for extra comfort.

Pair french louis xiv bergere chairs

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Add this stunning pair of Louis XIV chairs to your interior for a true elevation of style and charm. They come with the durable reupholstered frames in the taupe mohair velvet finish, making for a nice way of brightening up any room.

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So romantic! White French country style arm chair with wide cushioned ottoman (they create a decently wide chaise lounge together) are set by the large window. The stone floor makes the interior complete.

Fine french art deco giltwood bergere circa 1920

Fine french art deco giltwood bergere circa 1920

A classy bergere type of chair in the Art Deco style. An antique piece of furniture from the 1920's that features a shabby, steel construction with a gloss finish and a deep seat with white leather upholstery.

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Stylish french country chair with beautiful upholstery. Handmade from wood, so you know it’s durable. Medium size fits all ages, and the beautiful trim makes it a real gem. Because of soft cushion, this chair is comfortable and healthy for your back.

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Some people said that the wingback armchair is the definition early XX century style. But when you mix it on the intelligent way with the another accessories, it could fit also to the modern interior.

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Royal armchair with hand-made upholstery. Sophisticated design with carefully made carvings. It offers a large surface area for the seat. A stylish addition to the living room and more.

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French stylization in the living room. These solid chairs feature durable wooden frames with carved accents. They include solid and stylish mesh backrests. These chairs also include white seat cushions that ensure relaxation and comfort.

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Very Traditional Bergere Style by Hickory White

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If you want to experience the true feeling of comfort, try to sit in this gorgeous, French armchair. The frame is crafted from durable wood, and weathered for vintage appearance. The armrests are covered with a purple fabric, just as the chair's back and very soft seat cushion.

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I love the floral pattern located on a seat cushion, backrest and other elements of this chair. It stands on a very solid wooden frame with some carved details for enhanced aesthetics. It also looks very nice thanks to its decorative nailheads.

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Vintage design for an old-fashioned armchair made in a Victorian style with a winged back made out of a wicker material. The armchair has a plushy and comfortable seat cushion upholstered with a velvet fabric in a purple colour.

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This Bergere chair constitutes oozes with its cottage, shabby chic character. Upholstered in linen, with hand-woven rattan back, this armchair combines solidness and smooth, elegant appeal. Measures 30"L x 32"D 37"H.

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With the solid stained birch frames and the oval rosewood inserted side panels these two art deco bergeres will prove to be a sublime addition to your home decor, allowing for both comfort and significant style upgrade.

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Beautiful color scheme - love the vintage white finish around the edges of the beautiful molding - Massoud

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