Armchair 1786 - 1791

This French armchair, crafted by Beauvais between 1786 and 1791, is a fine example of Neoclassical furniture. The gilded wooden frame is adorned with intricate carvings and the seat and back are upholstered with tapestry depicting scenes from nature and mythology, a common motif in 18th-century French design. The armchair is currently housed at the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City.