Armchair (one of a set of four) 18th century

This 18th-century armchair, attributed to the Aubusson workshop, is a prime example of French Rococo furniture. The chair's intricate, carved frame and the elaborate floral tapestry upholstery with a depiction of birds, reflect the period's penchant for asymmetrical designs and delicate ornamentation. Now part of the Metropolitan Museum of Art's collection, this armchair exemplifies the elegance and craftsmanship that characterized French furniture during the Rococo era.