Fauteuil

A fauteuil is a style of open-arm chair with a primarily exposed wooden frame originating in France in the early eighteenth century. A fauteuil is made of wood, and frequently with carved relief ornament. It is typically upholstered on the seat, the seat back and on the arms (manchettes). Some fauteuils have a valenced front seat rail which is padding that extends slightly over the apron. The exposed wooden elements are often gilded or otherwise painted.

See also

Bergere
Louis XVI

Translation

The word "Fauteuil" occurs as such in the following languages: English, German, French.

Translation(s) in other languages: Catalan: Butaca, Spanish: Sillón, Sicilian: Seggia putruna.