Armchair c. 1756
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This pair of Rococo armchairs, crafted by Jean-Baptiste Lebas circa 1756, are a testament to the elegance and artistry of the French furniture making tradition. The chairs, distinguished by their graceful, curved frames and gilded finish, embody the Rococo style's emphasis on asymmetry and delicate ornamentation. The richly patterned upholstery, featuring floral motifs on a gold background, further contributes to the chairs' luxurious and sophisticated appeal. These chairs, now housed at the Minneapolis Institute of Art, showcase the refined taste and craftsmanship that characterized the French Rococo era.
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This armchair and seven similar examples were given to the Institute by Carolyn and Franklin Groves and The Groves Foundation as furnishings for the Grand Salon from the Hôtel Gaillard de La Bouëxière. The 1738 and 1759 inventories for the grand salon reveal that the room was predominantly furnished with nine armchairs upholstered in Gobelins tapestry with scenes of fabled animals, similar to the upholstery on view here. The armchairs will be installed in the Grand Salon following restoration of their upholstery. The sinuous C- and S-curve shapes of the chair's arms and legs, juxtaposed by shells, scrolls, and cabochon motifs, reflects a restrained version of the rococo style that was popular in France during the mid-eighteenth century.
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