Fine Duchesse Brisée, French, Directoire, c. 1800 late 19th Century Michel Gourdin became a maître

Michel Gourdin became a maître in 1752 and worked with his brother Jean-Baptist Gourdin (maître 1748 - died after 1776) in a shop on the rue de Cléry

having been converted to a dining table with ingenious pull-out leaf extensions on the sides

A 19th Century Swedish Daybed or bench

Recently rewired for modern use

Fine Duchesse Brisée, French, Directoire, c. 1800 late 19th Century Michel Gourdin became a maîtreFine Duchesse Brise, or recamier, French, Directoire, c. 1800. Comprising two bergres, this form emerged in the late 18th century as a modular chaise alternative. Carved mahogany frame with fluted legs and paneled sides. A refined example of the type, balancing comfort with neoclassical restraint. Upholstered in cream raw silk. 35 1 2 x 28 x 44 in. (90. 2 x 71. 1 x 111. 8 cm.) and 30 x 28 x 37 in. (76. 2 x 71. 1 x 94 cm.); Seat height including