Settee (canapé) (part of a set) 1749 - 1761

This gilded settee, created by the French artist Nicolas-Quinibert Foliot between 1749 and 1761, is a stunning example of Rococo design. Its intricate carving and tapestry upholstery depicting a scene with birds and flowers exemplify the elegance and refinement of the period. The piece, now part of the Metropolitan Museum of Art's collection, demonstrates Foliot's mastery in creating furniture that was both beautiful and functional. The settee's elegant curves and delicate details would have made it a centerpiece in any aristocratic drawing room.