Rococo Revival Carved Wood Marquise Chair - Sculpted Apron & Wing Back
Rococo Revival Carved Wood Marquise Chair - Sculpted Apron & Wing Back
Design & Inspiration
There is a particular kind of chair that does not wait to be noticed. This Rococo Revival marquise — extra-wide, wing-sided, and raised on four sweeping cabriole legs — announces itself the moment it enters a room. Its silhouette recalls the grand salon furniture of the 19th-century Rococo Revival, when European craftsmen returned to the vocabulary of flowing curves and deep-relief carving with a confidence born of technical mastery rather than aristocratic obligation. The crest rail rises in a wave of scrolling acanthus centered on a floral cartouche; the apron beneath the seat rail carries a symmetrical composition of a central shell flanked by mirrored C-scrolls and flower heads, flowing in the sinuous, scrolling rhythm that is the unmistakable fingerprint of the Rococo interior. Wing-shaped upholstered sides enclose the sitter without confining them — a defining feature of the marquise form, which was conceived precisely for the kind of unhurried, comfortable presence that a formal room demands.
Materials & Craftsmanship
The frame is hand-carved from solid Romanian redwood seasoned to below 10% humidity — a timber chosen for its dimensional stability, its tight grain, and the way a polished medium brown finish allows the redwood grain to read through the surface. Every carved element — the scroll-terminal arms, the knee carving on each cabriole leg, the scroll feet, the crest cartouche, the apron shell — has been shaped by hand, not routed by machine, and the difference is visible in the depth and undercutting of each motif. The upholstery is a blush-toned chenille with a softly mottled, two-tone pile that catches light across its textured surface, covering the back panel, the enclosed wing sides, the arm pads, and the generous seat platform. A removable piped seat cushion sits over the upholstered platform, its piping cord running along every seam in a clean, tailored line that connects the craft of the frame to the craft of the fabric.
Dimensions & Details
Width: 104 cm / Depth: 99 cm / Height: 104 cm. The marquise format — wider than a standard armchair, narrower than a two-seat settee — positions this chair as a destination seat, one that invites a person to settle in rather than perch. At 104 cm tall, the high wing back provides genuine visual presence from across a room, while the 99 cm depth ensures the seat is as comfortable as it looks. Four cabriole legs with carved knees carry the weight with the grace their form was designed for.
Handcrafted in Egypt
This chair is made entirely by hand at the Brass & Wood workshop in Egypt, faithfully reproduced in the tradition of the 19th-century Rococo Revival. Each frame is carved, assembled, finished, and upholstered by craftsmen who work within a living tradition of European classical furniture production — adapting historical construction methods to the materials and conditions of modern Egyptian manufacture. Customization of fabric color and wood finish is available on request.
Frequently Asked Questions
What materials is this chair made from?
The frame is solid Romanian redwood with a polished medium brown finish. The upholstery fabric is a blush chenille with a mottled two-tone pile. There are no metal mounts, no gilding, and no cane elements.
Is the seat cushion removable?
Yes. The piped seat cushion is loose and fully removable for cleaning or replacement. The back and sides are fixed upholstery panels.
Can this chair be customized?
Yes. Fabric color, fabric type, and wood finish can be adjusted to order. Contact Brass & Wood directly to discuss available options and lead times.
