Lot 770: * Bergère "Maucuy" (Louis XV Style)

Bergère “Maucuy” (Louis XV Style), Ateliers Allot Carved and lacquered beechwood frame with upholstered seat and cushion; France [LOC 805] Louis XV style bergère known as the “Maucuy” model, constructed in solid beechwood with a lacquered cream finish and copper leaf painted accents. The tall incurved backrest flows into protective sides and set back armrests with padded manchettes. The moulded frame features carved fleurette motifs on the arched top rail and serpentine apron. The chair stands on four cabriole legs with foliate carving at the knees and scrolled volute feet. Upholstered using traditional methods with a sprung seat, hand stitched padding, and a loose cushion, finished in blue mohair velvet and outlined with brass nailhead trim. Contemporary production by Ateliers Allot, a French manufacturer established in 1812 and holder of the EPV label, integrating cabinetmaking, upholstery, woodcarving, and specialist finishing.