Hand-Gilded Louis XVI Style Bergère Chair: Hotel Suite & Salon Seating

Hand-Gilded Louis XVI Style Bergère Chair

At OE-FASHION Furniture, we recognise that the contract furniture market often lacks authentic period reproduction. The Hand-Gilded Louis XVI Style Bergère Chair is engineered to fill this gap, offering designers a historically referenced silhouette that meets modern commercial durability standards (ANSI/BIFMA X5.1 compliant).

Neo-Classical Aesthetics & Proportion

Unlike the curvilinear Rococo styles, this chair is defined by the rational geometry of the Louis XVI era. The design is anchored by tapered, cylindrical legs (pieds fuselés) that connect to the seat apron via square die blocks featuring hand-carved floral rosettes. This structural clarity makes the chair particularly suitable for rectilinear architectural environments. The armrests terminate in tight volute scrolls, offering a tactile grip point for the user. The upholstery features a silver-grey jacquard damask, tufted on the backrest to create a rhythmic play of light and shadow that complements the metallic frame.

Joinery & Commercial durability

While the aesthetic is delicate, the construction is heavy-duty. The frame is machined from kiln-dried European Beech, a timber selected for its high shock resistance.

• Load Path: The leg-to-apron connection is reinforced with internal corner blocks and double-dowel joinery, ensuring the chair withstands the lateral stresses common in hotel environments.
• Suspension: The seat deck utilises a webbed suspension system overlaid with high-density foam (45kg/m³), balancing the “perch” comfort required for formal conversation with long-term shape retention.
• Finish Protocol: The gold finish involves a 5-step process: primer, bole base, gold leaf application, antiquing glaze, and a final hard-coat lacquer to prevent “rub-off” on guest clothing.

Spatial Integration: The “Occasional” Chair

This unit is specifically scaled to function as an accent piece. Its footprint is compact enough to fit in pairs at the foot of a bed or flanking a console table, yet the high backrest provides sufficient visual verticality to stand alone in a corner reading nook. We recommend specifying this chair in pairs to create symmetrical vignettes in lobby reception areas or executive master suites.

Bespoke Manufacturing (OEM/ODM)

OE-FASHION Interiors operates as your technical manufacturing partner.

1. Textile Program: We offer FR (Fire Retardant) treatments (Crib 5 / CAL 117) for hotel specifications.
2. Finish Adjustments: The frame can be finished in Distressed Walnut or Whitewashed Oak for a “Provincial” aesthetic.
3. Volume Production: Production lines capable of 50+ units/month for boutique hotel rollouts.

Why OE-FASHION Furniture?

We move beyond standard “catalogue furniture” by offering architecturally correct proportions and commercial-grade joinery. Contact us to verify the specifications for your Hand-Gilded Louis XVI Style Bergère Chair project.

Frequently Asked Questions

• Q: Is this chair suitable for heavy daily use?
  A: Yes. It is engineered as a “Contract Grade” accent chair, with reinforced joinery designed to withstand commercial traffic.
• Q: Can the rosette carving be simplified?
  A: For a more modern Transitional look, we can produce the die blocks with a plain recessed panel instead of the floral carving.
• Q: What is the minimum order quantity (MOQ)?
  A: We accept single orders for residential sample approval, with tiered pricing for volume hospitality orders.