A Pair of Belle Époque ‘Grisaille’ Fauteuils

A Pair of Belle Époque ‘Grisaille’ FauteuilsFrench, circ 1890 Louis XVI Neoclassical Revival Attributed to the Workshops of Maison Krieger or Maison Jansen, Paris This exquisite pair of fauteuils la reine represents the pinnacle of the late 19th century French obsession with the elegance of the Ancien Rgime. Crafted during the Belle poque, these chairs are a masterclass in Neoclassical restraint and architectural precision. The hand carved beechwood frames feature a sophisticated two tone

French, circа 1890 | Louis XVI Neoclassical Revival

Attributed to the Workshops of Maison Krieger or Maison Jansen, Paris

This exquisite pair of fauteuils à la reine represents the pinnacle of the late 19th-century French obsession with the elegance of the Ancien Régime. Crafted during the Belle Époque, these chairs are a masterclass in Neoclassical restraint and architectural precision.

The hand-carved beechwood frames feature a sophisticated two-tone grisaille finish in shades of antique blue-grey and bone white. Notable for their diamond-lozenge die-joints and hand-chiselled anthemion (honeysuckle) carvings, the frames transition seamlessly into fluted, tapered legs ending in delicate thimble feet.

Of particular importance is the original hand-stitched Aubusson-style needlepoint upholstery. Each chair showcases a central floral médaillon encased in a laurel wreath, suspended by "true lover’s knots" and flowing ribbon-work—motifs popularized by Marie Antoinette at the Petit Trianon. The soft, sun-faded palette of sage, dusty rose, and cerulean wool remains in remarkable original condition, offering a rare "lived-in" patina that epitomizes the curated Parisian aesthetic.

• Provenance: Private Collection, Paris / Los Angeles.
• Materials: Carved Beechwood, Polychrome Paint, Hand-Stitched Wool Needlepoint.
• Condition: Very good condition with original surface and upholstery. Wear consistent with age and use; sold as is.