
Description
Late 19th C Louis XV style Wingback Bergere. Originally came from Neff Hall in the main presidential building at Baylor University in Texas. Baylor is a private college. The chair later belonged to a Texas prominent businessman from Waco named Frank J. Nix Jr. and was part of his estate.
The chair has beautiful carved wood features in the neoclassical style of Louis XVI. A very comfortable chair.
Fabric is fine vintage damask stripe in blue and cream with pink floral accents.
Condition:
Alterations: Original Condition Unaltered
Imperfections: Some Imperfections
Condition Notes: In excellent used condition, probably reupholstered in the 70s, or 80s.
Dimensions:
Height: 43 in.
Width: 28 in.
Depth: 32 in.
Category: Bergere Chairs
Origin: France
Materials: Cotton, Giltwood
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The chair has beautiful carved wood features in the neoclassical style of Louis XVI. A very comfortable chair.
Fabric is fine vintage damask stripe in blue and cream with pink floral accents.
Condition:
Alterations: Original Condition Unaltered
Imperfections: Some Imperfections
Condition Notes: In excellent used condition, probably reupholstered in the 70s, or 80s.
Dimensions:
Height: 43 in.
Width: 28 in.
Depth: 32 in.
Category: Bergere Chairs
Origin: France
Materials: Cotton, Giltwood
Shipping:
Your purchase is protected:
In the rare event that the item did not conform to the lot description in the sale, Chairish Auctions specialists are here to help. Buyers may return the item for a full refund provided you notify Chairish Auctions within 5 days of receiving the item.
Condition
Original Condition Unaltered; Some Imperfections; In excellent used condition, probably reupholstered in the 70s, or 80s.
Buyer's Premium
20%
Louis XVI Late 19th C French Gilt Wood Bergere
Estimate $2,000-$6,000
Starting Price
$2,000
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Vintage & Design Auction
Mar 13, 2026 6:00 PM EDTNew York, NY, United States
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