Jacob Desmalter - Large Frame-mounted Bergère Chair Gondola Style

Bergère
Mahogany and mahogany veneer on beech
Dimensions: H. 89; Seat height 43; W. 62; D. 53 (cm)
Paris, circa 1800–1805

A significant Consulate-period bergère in mahogany, resting on four Etruscan-style legs. Armrest supports very finely carved with dolphins. Armrests with padded cuffs. Seat with feather-quilted upholstery on a beechwood slatted frame.

Although unstamped, this model is characteristic of the workshop of the Jacob brothers and later of Jacob père et fils. Notable examples include:
- the mahogany “bedroom” furniture of Queen Hortense, now at Arenenberg Castle in Switzerland
- the mahogany furniture from the Countess d’Osmond’s grand salon in her Parisian mansion
- the painted and gold-leafed furniture from Grand Marshal Duroc’s bedroom at the Tuileries Palace

Condition Report: In excellent condition, with the original armrests, backrest, and cushion; fully restored and reupholstered with a wool fabric from the Manufacture Royale Bonvallet, featuring applied braids sewn onto the surface. Previous restorations due to normal wear and tear.