Monday, September 15, 2014

Bergere Chairs !!!

Good morning everyone -



If any of you saw my post on Saturday ( my sneaky little post that I just threw in there - I don't normally post on weekends )
You know that I bought 2  Bergeres chairs

Wikipedia
bergère is an enclosed upholstered French armchair (fauteuil)[2] with an upholstered back and armrests on upholstered frames.[3] The seat frame is over-upholstered, but the rest of the wooden framing is exposed: it may be moulded or carved, and of beech, painted or gilded, or of fruitwood, walnut or mahogany with a waxed finish. Padded elbowrests may stand upon the armrests. A bergère is fitted with a loose, but tailored, seat cushion. It is designed for lounging in comfort, with a deeper, wider seat than that of a regular fauteuil, though the bergères by Bellangé in the White House (one illustrated) are more formal. A bergère in the eighteenth century was essentially a meuble courant, designed to be moved about to suit convenience, rather than being ranged permanently formally along the walls as part of the decor.[4]
The fanciful name, "shepherdess chair", was coined in mid-eighteenth century Paris, where the model developed without a notable break from the late-seventeenth century chaise de commodité, a version of the wing chair, whose upholstered "wings" shielding the face from fireplace heat or from draughts were retained in the bergère à oreilles("with ears"), or, fancifully, bergère confessionale, as if the occupant were hidden from view, as in a confessional. Abergère may have a flat, raked back, in which case it is à la reine, or, more usually in Louis XV furnishings, it has a coved back, en cabriolet. A bergère with a low coved back that sweeps without a break into the armrests is amarquise.[5]
Appearing first in Paris during the Régence (1715–23), the form reaches its full development in the unifying curves of the rococo style, then continues in a more architectural rectilinear style in the Louis XVIDirectoire, and French and American Empire styles.
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John and I stayed at one little hotel for many years when we went to Paris - and there were 2 of these in the lobby - with our names on them lol - ( it was a small hotel so the owner knew everyone and he would say " Your chaises are waiting for you Suzanne )
I've been looking for 2 of them since then - with the double cushion specifically


I've been all over the web looking for ideas - here's a few that I've fallen in love with

Wouldn't this be great for John???  ( it's not happening - but wouldn't it be great lol ? )

                            Traditional Armchairs by Los Angeles Furniture & Accessories Lansky Studio


                             I think you could easily replicate this one with drop cloths !!!

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                                            I never thought of velvet - but I love these !!!
                                                       Oh my gosh - they look comfy 

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                                        Maybe I need to find a couple of matching ottomans?

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This may be a job I'll only be able to tackle in a month or so - but just knowing I have them thrills
me !


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The possibilities are absolutely endless ( kind of like this post ) 


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Ok - this post could truly go on forever - I've found a new obsession I think - 
So I'll leave you with this - 
Circa 1800's
A high chair for a baby that converts into a tiny chair and table as they grow

Start them young I always say LOL !!!


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I've started with the white ( surprise surprise !!! ) 1st coat - ASCP Pure White - the frame will go paris grey ( but that's not even written in stone at this point ) 

Oh and while I have the paint out - I might as well



Have a wonderful day everyone !
Hugs,
Me

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25 comments:

  1. Good Morning Suzan, What a lovely way to start my day. I adore Bergere Chairs.... they look fabulous and are so comfy to sit on. You have shared so many lovely designs, and I just know when you have finished with your new Bergere chairs they will look fabulous.
    Have a lovely day.
    Best Wishes
    Daphne

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    1. NOT turning out quite the way I imagined them LOL - but nowhere near finished so we'll see!
      Thanks so much Daphne !
      xoxo

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  2. I love Bergere chairs and can't wait to see what you do with these. You inspiration photos were wonderful too!

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  3. I can't wait to see what you decide! That is the hardest part!

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    1. I can't wait to see what I decide either Rhonda LOL
      XOXO

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  4. Beautiful Suzan, can't wait yo see them finished.

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  5. Suzan,
    I love these chairs. I cannot wait to see what you do with them. They are gorgeous and I know you will make them so pretty.
    Kris

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  6. We have one of these chairs in our library. I wish we had two of them!
    I like the ottoman too.

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  7. Beautiful selection Suzan. You really should get a Union Jack in the room/house somewhere for John's sake. Did you paint the fabric??? Can't wait to see all this painted up and finished.

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  8. They are simply divine!!! You lucky girl you!!!! Whatever you decide to do with them, they will look fabulous!!!! Have a happy day!!!! XOXOXOX Karen

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  9. What great chairs. I like the blue and white striped beachy fabric.

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  10. I just cannot wait to see those done. Love all the examples you found. Some are downright fun! Guess John didn't go crazy on you about them. :)

    Hugs

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  11. that blue striped chair I would die for. Looking forward to the reveal.

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  12. I did not know what those chairs were called, but they are beautiful! So shocked you chose white! LOL!

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  13. Suzan, those chairs are beautiful and whatever you do to yours will be great!
    Ahhh the power of paint!

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  14. I love working with drop cloths.

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  15. Love me some Bergere chairs! In my dreams I have two. One ottoman. And I sit in them ALL day.

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  16. A great parade of Bergere chairs! Yours are off to a great start!

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  17. I want one of those lovely chairs now instead of our boring modern lounge.
    Stella Lee

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    1. I bet your modern lounge is lovely !!!
      Thanks Stella !

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  18. I love all of the inspiration... & can't wait to see how yours turn out!

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  19. What gorgeous chairs! Great inspirational photos!

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  20. It was fun going thru all your selections, they are all awesome! Can't wait to see what you decide! I also have a couple of chairs (wing back) that I need to reupholster, but that's been the hardest part, deciding what material to use!

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    1. Thanks Cristina - I'm painting them to start and then if I don't like them I guess I'll have to rip them apart and reupholster them ( not looking forward to that lol )
      XOXO

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  21. I can't wait to see what you do with your chairs!
    You spent "years" in Paris. Have you written about that?
    Thanks for linking up your Great Ideas at Project Inspire{d}!!!

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Can I beat these spammers at their own game? Probably not - but I'm going
to try my damnedest !!!
xoxo